Tag: best practices

NeurodiversAtSea, Seafarers Hospital Society and The Seafarers’ Charity announced a project to provide support to neurodivergent seafarers.

The American Club has issued guidance on protecting vessels and cargo to prevent claims due to hazardous and heavy weather.

BIMCO reminds operators that the time has arrived for them to get their flighted spongy moth (FSMC) certification ready if they are travelling to certain countries. 

The Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) has analyzed the differences between Bills of Lading and Sea Waybills.

The safety of both crew members and passengers aboard ships is of paramount importance. The storage and distribution of potable water aboard vessels presents a unique challenge, particularly in a confined environment. Proper management is critical to prevent bacterial contamination and ensure the water remains safe for consumption.

A significant stigma still surrounds neurodiversity. Education is crucial to shifting perspectives. With 84 billion brain cells connected in billions of different ways, why should we expect everyone to respond identically to the same environmental conditions?

Despite its benefits, ammonia introduces significant safety concerns, primarily due to its toxicity and corrosiveness. Additionally, its combustion results in nitrogen oxides and nitrous oxide emissions, which require mitigation measures.

DNV offers guidance on the matter of corrosion in ballast and cargo tanks, highlighting that the actual corrosion rate may differ, with factors like temperature and coating condition playing significant roles in the deterioration process.

Maritime decarbonization is complex, and biofuels play a key role in reducing emissions. FAME (biodiesel) and HVO (renewable diesel) are the most established options for shipping.

West P&I Club has offered key advice for safely working at height on scaffolds, which play a crucial role in various shipboard operations.