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IIMS President presents cheque to SNSM

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bertrand1Last month, IIMS President, Capt Bertrand Apperry, met representatives from Les Sauvateurs en Mer at Ouistreham, Caen in France. The purpose of this ceremony was to present a cheque for £600 to the charity. This money was raised by IIMS members at the 2015 London Conference. Les Sauvateurs en Mer is Bertrand’s chosen charity. They are a volunteer force who do amazing work aiding and protecting seafarers and members of the public who hit trouble around the French coastline.

Here is an extract from Bertrand’s speech:

“Ladies and gentlemen.

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New lithium ion batteries introduced by Mastervolt

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The MLS series of high performance 12 V Lithium Ion Mastervolt batteries
The MLS series of high performance 12 V Lithium Ion Mastervolt batteries

Dutch based Mastervolt has announced the launch of its MLS series of high performance 12 V Lithium Ion batteries.

There are four new models of Lithium Ion batteries available, ranging from 80Wh to 390Wh.

The MLS series has been developed with technology taken from the MLI Ultra series, sharing many of the same characteristics.

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Qualifications awarded to 81 New Zealand apprentices

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nz marineThe NZ Marine & Composites Industry Training Organisation (NZ MAC ITO) saw another large group of 81 young apprentices graduate recently, with a number of those receiving their qualification at a graduation dinner held at the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron.

Graduates attended the evening to collect their qualifications and awards, ranging from certificates in alloy boat building, composites, rigging and painting to marine retail and systems engineering.

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Concrete solutions for end-of-life boat dismantling

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Boat dismantling is a tricky and contentious issue. Photo courtesy of Gwynnie Griffiths
Boat dismantling is a tricky and contentious issue. Photo courtesy of Gwynnie Griffiths

How to approach the global problem of boat dismantling was under discussion at the recent ‘Boat’s end-of-life, truly the end?’ conference.

The event, held at the Nautic Paris International Boat Show on 8 December 2015, was organised by the European Boating Industry, the French federation FIN and Reed Exposition.

It brought together exhibitors, companies, visitors and public authorities who all heard the clear message that concrete solutions were available for boat’s end-of-life while more work was necessary at EU level to address remaining technical, legal and financial issues.

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Hempel innovates by releasing a fuel saving fouling release coating

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Hempel has released a new fuel saving fouling release coating
Hempel has released a new fuel saving fouling release coating

Global marine coatings supplier Hempel A/S has announced that it has launched an innovative new fuel-saving fouling release coating, known as Hempasil X3+, that tricks organisms into believing the hull is liquid, and not a solid structure.

“This innovative new fuel saving fouling release coating has been developed in consultation with our customers to offer an additional choice for owners and yards and to deliver optimal fuel savings,” said Henrik Dyrholm, Group Product Manager at Hempel.

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Maiden voyage for Germany’s first newbuild LNG powered seagoing vessel

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fassmerThe first ever newbuild liquefied natural gas (LNG) fuelled German seagoing vessel, which is powered by a complete Wärtsilä LNG propulsion solution, had its maiden voyage on December 11. The ship has been built at the Fr. Fassmer shipyard in Germany.

The passenger ferry, owned by Reederei Cassen Eils GmbH, will operate between Cuxhaven and the island of Helgoland. This route takes the vessel close to the UNESCO World Heritage listed Wadden Sea National Park, an ecologically sensitive area in the south-eastern part of the North Sea. Because of the need to minimise exhaust gas emissions in this area, the ferry will operate primarily on LNG using two 9-cylinder Wärtsilä 20DF medium-speed dual-fuel engines.

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Time to bring your CPD records up to date

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IIMS members are reminded that 31 December 2015 marks the end of the current three year CPD cycle. If you have yet to bring your points up to date, it is vitally important that you do so at your earliest convenience. If you have any queries about your CPD record, or the points you are permitted to claim, please email Jan Cox.

The new three year CPD cycle will commence on 1 January 2016 and finish on 31 December 2018.

You may want to look at the CPD points list. A couple of new activities that gain you points have been added. And remember, it is your responsibility to ensure that your CPD records are not only up to date, but that you have also managed to accrue a minimum of 24 points.

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Ferguson launches third hybrid ferry for CalMac

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Ferguson Marine Engineering Ltd of Port Glasgow has launched a third hybrid ferry
Ferguson Marine Engineering Ltd of Port Glasgow has launched a third hybrid ferry

A cutting edge ferry, which is the third of three unique ‘hybrid’ vessels, was launched on the Clyde today at Ferguson Marine Engineering Ltd’s (FMEL) shipyard in Port Glasgow.

The hybrid ferry, named MV CATRIONA, is a sea-going passenger and vehicle roll-on, roll-off ferry incorporating a low-carbon hybrid system of traditional diesel power and electric lithium-ion battery power. Her sister ship, the MV HALLAIG, was the first in the world to incorporate this technology in a sea-going vessel when launched in December 2011. The innovative vessel was launched by Mrs. Anna Østergaard, wife of Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL) Chairman, Erik Østergaard.

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Investigation results of hatch cover fall published by UK MAIB

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UK MAIB has published its findings into the hatch cover incident involving the Norjan
UK MAIB has published its findings into the hatch cover incident involving the Norjan

UK Marine Accident Investigation Bureau (MAIB)  has issued a report on the investigation of a Chief Officer’s fall from a hatch cover on board the general cargo ship Norjan at Southampton, UK on June 18th, 2014.

At 1445 on 18 June 2014, the chief officer of the general cargo ship Norjan was injured when he fell 2.4m from the ship’s cargo hatch cover to the main deck. Norjan was berthed in Southampton and was loading a cargo of privately owned motor yachts. The cargo operation was organised by the specialised transportation company Peters and May Ltd, and was overseen by one of its loadmasters. The chief officer was acting as the ship’s cargo officer and was supervising the operation in consultation with the loadmaster.

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UK P&I Club advises on the hazards of shipping coal from Indonesia

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Shipping coal can be a hazardous and dangerous process
Shipping coal can be a hazardous and dangerous process

There are various hazards associated with the trade of shipping coal. UK P&I Club’s Loss Prevention Team highlights the risks involved, and advises on the relevant actions to take in order to reduce accidents.

Self-heating incidents involving coal cargoes loaded at Indonesian ports have become increasingly frequent in recent years. The problem appears to be primarily related to the nature of the coals, and may be exacerbated by the way they are handled prior to and during loading.

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Guidance on inspection planning for offshore structures launched

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The classification society DNV GL has launched a recommended practice to provide what it says is the first international guidance on in-service inspection planning for fatigue cracks in offshore structures.

The guidance will save operational costs by using a risk-based approach to identify “hot spots” requiring inspection, according to DNV GL – particularly important since low oil prices and a reduction in newbuilds have made the integrity of existing assets a high priority in the oil and gas industry.

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Mandatory amendments to IMDG Code effective from January 2016

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There are some mandatory amendments to IMDG Code that are implemented and effective from January 2016
There are some mandatory amendments to IMDG Code that are implemented and effective from January 2016

The West of England P&I Club has issued an article to remind of the amendments to the IMDG Code which will become mandatory on 1 January 2016.

In May 2014, IMO’s Maritime Safety Committee adopted the amendments to the IMDG Code contained in Resolution MSC.372(93) Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code. Contracting governments have been able to apply the new requirements, in part or in whole, on a voluntary basis since 1 January 2015. Compliance with these amendments will become mandatory on 1 January 2016. However, some existing provisions concerning labelling and warning marks may continue to be applied until 31 December 2016.

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