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US Coast Guard publishes its 2021 Flag State Control Domestic Annual Report

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The US Coast Guard (USCG) has published its 2021 Flag State Control Domestic Annual Report. This report highlights U.S. domestic fleet deficiencies, inspection, and marine casualty statistics.

In 2021, the U.S. Flag fleet contained 18,967 vessels subject to inspection, with Coast Guard Marine Inspectors (MI) conducting 19,474 inspections.

The overall U.S. Flag fleet inspection total increased this year by 6%. Additionally, the number of deficiencies issued also increased by more than 15% from the 2020 calendar year report. Continue reading “US Coast Guard publishes its 2021 Flag State Control Domestic Annual Report”

Sea Cargo Charter annual disclosure report 2022 published

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The Sea Cargo Charter is a global framework for measuring and reporting how ship charterers’ activities align with society’s goals. This report marks the first time Signatories disclose the climate alignment of their activities, and the first disclosure of climate alignment using the Energy Efficiency Operational Indicator (EEOI) as a metric.

Signatories to the Sea Cargo Charter recognize that their role in the industry affords them opportunities to promote responsible environmental stewardship and drive change throughout the maritime Continue reading “Sea Cargo Charter annual disclosure report 2022 published”

DNV’s published a forecast and insight about the development and role of hydrogen in the energy transition

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a forecast and insight about the development and role of hydrogen in the energy transition published by DNV
A forecast and insight about the development and role of hydrogen in the energy transition published by DNV

In his introduction to this report, Remi Eriksen, Group president and CEO of DNV, writes as follows:
Welcome to DNV’s first standalone forecast of hydrogen in the energy transition through to 2050. While there are ambitious statements about the prominent role that hydrogen could play in the energy transition, the amount of low-carbon and renewable hydrogen currently being produced is negligible.

That, of course, will change. But the key questions are, when and by how much? We find that hydrogen is likely to satisfy just 5% of global energy demand by 2050 — two thirds less than it should be in a net zero pathway. Clearly, much stronger policies are needed globally to push hydrogen to levels required to meet the Paris Agreement. Continue reading “DNV’s published a forecast and insight about the development and role of hydrogen in the energy transition”

Safe fitting and removing of temporary lashing points recommendations

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West P&I Club issues recommendations on temporary lashing points. Photo credit: West P&I
West P&I Club issues recommendations on temporary lashing points. Photo credit: West P&I

Mark Dunbar, Surveys Manager at West P&I Club, has provided recommendations on fitting and removal of temporary lashing points after the club noticed receiving a number of high value claims arising from such operations.

According to Mr. Dunbar, it is sometimes required in the dry cargo trades for fixed lashing points to be temporarily fitted for securing of cargo and then removed at the end of the voyage.

He said, “From cases we have reviewed, toolbox talks had been conducted and hot work permits issued, yet the Club has still experienced a number of high value claims arising from these operations.” Continue reading “Safe fitting and removing of temporary lashing points recommendations”

BEIS updates the list of designated standards for the Recreation Craft Regulations

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Designated standards for Recreation Craft Regulations updated by BEIS
Designated standards for Recreation Craft Regulations updated by BEIS

The Department of Business Energy and Industrial strategy (BEIS) has published its amendments to the list of designated standards (the ISO standards which, if followed, give an automatic presumption of conformity). The notice is split into two annexes. Annex one has two parts. Part one shows the new standards which are now being designated (and part two gives the full list of all designated standards).

The new standards being designated for Recreation Craft Regulations are as follows: Continue reading “BEIS updates the list of designated standards for the Recreation Craft Regulations”

3M publishes Standard Operating Procedures for the marine industry

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3M has created standard operating procedures for the marine industry
3M has created standard operating procedures for the marine industry

For decades 3M has developed products specifically designed to help solve the latest spray booth and paint process demands, delivering new levels of efficiency and quality for the marine industry. Using its extensive research facilities, it puts many years of testing into every product it develops. This includes finding the ideal processes and procedures for the professionals who use its products.

As part of this effort, 3M has created standard operating procedures (SOPs) which provide step-by-step instructions of the process that must be taken to use each product. They’re designed to help professionals ensure they’re using 3M products correctly and with maximum efficiency. Continue reading “3M publishes Standard Operating Procedures for the marine industry”

Inland Boatbuilding Association Code of Practice updated

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British Marine chose the recent Crick Boat Show to release and publish the updated Inland Boatbuilding Association Code of Practice.

The updated code brings in the changes to the national recreational craft regulations, a set of legal requirements that cover all recreational craft between 2.5m and 24m length, following the UK’s exit from the European Union, along with new updated guidance on hybrid and electric propulsion installations.

Developed by British Marine and the Inland Boatbuilding Association in support of the canal boat industry, the Inland Boatbuilding Code of Practice provides a simplification Continue reading “Inland Boatbuilding Association Code of Practice updated”

MAIB Annual Report 2021 published

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The MAIB Annual Report for 2021 has been published
The MAIB Annual Report for 2021 has been published

The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published its 2021 annual report. One of the main findings to note is the number of fatalities in the fishing vessel fleet, which hit a 20-year high. In his annual report statement, Chief Inspector of Accidents, Capt. Andrew Moll OBE, says, “I am pleased to introduce MAIB’s annual report 2021. It was another busy and successful year for the branch improving safety at sea by our sustained output of safety investigation reports, safety digests, and safety bulletins despite lockdown conditions affecting work early in the year. The branch raised 1530 reports of marine accidents and commenced 22 investigations in 2021. Continue reading “MAIB Annual Report 2021 published”

New IIMS President takes up office

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Peter Broad (left), Mike Schwarz (centre) and Geoff Waddington (right)
Peter Broad (left), Mike Schwarz (centre) and Geoff Waddington (right)

At the IIMS Annual General Meeting, broadcast live from Murrills House in Portchester UK on Tuesday 7th June 2022, Peter Broad formally took up his position as President of the International Institute of Marine Surveying for a two-year term succeeding Geoff Waddington. Whilst most delegates joined the AGM online, the management board meeting had taken place earlier in the day meaning that a few could attend the AGM in person for the first-time post-pandemic. The now immediate Past President, Geoff Waddington, opened the AGM with a short speech. In it, he explained what a strange presidency it had been with the inability to meet members due to the pandemic. Continue reading “New IIMS President takes up office”

Key tips for the safe carriage of alternative fuel vehicles in Ro-Ro spaces published by EMSA

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The main reasons behind the topic of alternative fuel vehicles becoming a serious safety concern are the enormous growth of the alternative fuel vehicles fleet, the potential fire risks of these vehicles and a high uncertainty on the associated fire characteristics, EMSA notes and issued in response a guide providing recommendations for the safe carriage of alternative fuel vehicles onboard ships.

In the guide, EMSA highlights that risk assessment should be conducted for each ship to ensure that risks arising from the carriage of the AFVs that might affect persons onboard, the environment, the safety of the ship are addressed. Continue reading “Key tips for the safe carriage of alternative fuel vehicles in Ro-Ro spaces published by EMSA”

Speakers at Savoy dinner praise resilience of Association of Average Adjusters

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After a break of two years, the Association of Average Adjusters triumphantly resumed hosting one of the most celebrated events in the global marine and legal calendar – the annual black-tie dinner at London’s Savoy Hotel. The Association proved itself to be in robust health, overcoming the disappointment of pandemic cancellations including what was to have been the annual gathering during 2020, its 150th anniversary year.

Throughout that interlude of ‘virtual’ activity, practitioners remained undaunted, it was clear from the confident tone of more than 200 adjusters, underwriters, insurance brokers, members of the legal profession and representatives of the London and international shipping community who dined on May 12, 2022, in the illustrious setting of the hotel’s Lancaster Ballroom. Continue reading “Speakers at Savoy dinner praise resilience of Association of Average Adjusters”

Serious violations led to boatyard fire that destroyed superyacht says report

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Boatyard fire destroyed superyacht says report

The company operating Hinckley Yacht Services (Portsmouth, US) has been fined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) after a massive fire in December that destroyed a superyacht and a second boat on the property. The initial fines totalled more than $56,000, but these have since been reduced to around $31,000.

OSHA says employees were exposed to fire hazards while working in an enclosed work area. That enclosed area was under the hull of a boat surrounded by hay bales stacked three-high, and the employees had not been provided with effective information and training on the hazardous chemicals they were using (flammable liquids, which ultimately ignited). Continue reading “Serious violations led to boatyard fire that destroyed superyacht says report”

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