Safe working practices on CO2 systems: A reminder
Following a fatal incident involving the release of a carbon dioxide, North P&I Club highlights the importance of ensuring the system is safe before carrying out maintenance.
Read moreFollowing a fatal incident involving the release of a carbon dioxide, North P&I Club highlights the importance of ensuring the system is safe before carrying out maintenance.
Read moreJapanese shipping giant Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) and Monohakobi Technology Institute (MTI) will evaluate Wärtsilä’s predictive maintenance service as part of a pilot programme, with NYK planning to adopt the programme as part of its fleet.
Read moreAs part of its Safety Flashes, IMCA desribes a case of an injury onboard, involving a crew member who had his hand trapped by a moving belt, during maintenance of an Air Handling Unit (AHU) Humidifier.
Read moreIn its latest Safety Digest, UK MAIB describes a case of small fire on the TV onboard a ferry, which was attributed to an overheated electrical power surge protection unit that had been fitted by the ferry owners to help prevent screen failures.
Read moreDMAIB issued an investigation report on the accidental fall of a rescue boat from the oil products tanker TORM MAREN, while off the coast of Guinea, on 1st April 2020. The investigation established that the condition of the wire rope was not recognised as being detrimental to the functioning of the rescue boat system.
Read moreFollowing three incident investigations, Transport Malta issued a notice to draw attention to the dangers of sheathed steel wires onboard ships due to restricted access to the wire rope for a thorough inspection and the possible factors for corrosion in wire ropes.
Read morePartners of an EU initiative have unveiled a recently assembled full-scale section of a ship’s hull made of composite materials to help reduce energy and maintenance costs.
Read moreAs much as 40% of maintenance work carried out by FPSO vessel operators is unnecessary, according to latest findings by Lloyd's Register. By reducing these unwarranted manhours, operators could save on average almost £600,000 per asset each year, which is equivalent to £15m over an assets' life.
Read moreDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, more than ever maintaining a good housekeeping onboard can help prevent the virus spread. In view of this, the American P&I Club reminds key tips which are important to follow in general for a safe workplace onboard a vessel.
Read moreNTSB issued an investigation report on the flooding and sinking of the commercial fishing vessel Pacific 1 while in the Bering Sea, Alaska, in February 2019. The report identified the master's decision to remain at sea with continuous flooding as key cause of the sinking.
Read moreDid you know that age matters in Paris MoU? 465% more on the Five Deficiency Ratio for Bulk Carriers 20+ vs. 0-5 in 2020.