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Scout Drone Inspection: Autonomous drone inspections move step closer after successful test

Posted on June 9, 2020June 9, 2020 by News Hound

A drone has successfully inspected a 19.4 meter high oil tank on board a Floating Production, Storage and Offloading vessel. The video shot by the drone was interpreted in real-time by an algorithm to detect cracks in the structure. It is the latest step in a technology qualification process that could lead to tank inspections becoming safer and more efficient. Scout Drone Inspection and DNV GL, the quality assurance and risk management company, have been working together to develop an autonomous drone system to overcome the common challenges of tank inspections. For the customer, costs can run into hundreds of thousands of dollars as the tank is taken out of service for days to ventilate and construct scaffolding. The tanks are also tough work environments, with Continue reading “Scout Drone Inspection: Autonomous drone inspections move step closer after successful test”

Biofouling industry partnership launched by IMO

Posted on June 9, 2020June 9, 2020 by News Hound

IMO launches industry partnership on biofouling. Image credit: Hamish Lass, BOP

The UN-led GloFouling partnership has launched a new alliance with a group of fouling control companies to accelerate the development of hull fouling solutions. Four companies have become the founding members of the new biofouling initiative: hull cleaning service providers CleanSubSea, ECOsubsea and HullWiper and sonic antifouling system manufacturer Sonihull. IMO expects that more companies will join the program.

The four firms in the new Global Industry Alliance for Marine Biosafety (GIA) will work with the GloFouling Partnerships Project – a joint initiative between the Global Environment Facility (GEF), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and IMO – in order to promote biofouling control solutions.

“This alliance is about the collective pioneering efforts by all maritime industries in undertaking the fight Continue reading “Biofouling industry partnership launched by IMO”

IMO issues guidance for flag states for surveys and certificate renewal

Posted on June 4, 2020June 4, 2020 by News Hound

The International Maritime Ogranization (IMO) has published a new circular providing guidance for flag States regarding surveys and renewals of certificates during the COVID-19 pandemic. The circular notes that principles represent a step-based approach to an informed decision-making process which respects the existing regulatory regime, and which can result in an evidence based assessment for the justification of the extension of a certificate.

Considering that the supporting “safety net” of Port State Control has been temporarily suspended to some degree by some and flexibility regarding extensions has been given by some Flag States for ships facing difficulties in maintaining the validity of certificates, the safety and environmental protection of shipping Continue reading “IMO issues guidance for flag states for surveys and certificate renewal”

APL England lost 40 containers in rough seas – initial inspection reveals serious defects

Posted on June 4, 2020June 4, 2020 by News Hound

Initial inspection reveals serious defects in cargo ship APL England

A preliminary inspection of cargo ship APL England, which lost 40 containers in rough seas, has discovered a major defect and serious concerns with how the load was secured. Australia Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) inspectors found lashing arrangements were inadequate and securing points on the deck of the ship were heavily corroded.

ASMA general manager of operations, Allan Schwartz, says the inspection is continuing but the findings so far are in breach of maritime safety regulations. He says the ship has been detained at the Port of Brisbane.

“The detention will not be lifted until these serious deficiencies are rectified. That is now a matter for the ship’s owner, American President Lines (APL), and operator to rectify,” he says. “These findings will form Continue reading “APL England lost 40 containers in rough seas – initial inspection reveals serious defects”

SMS not adhered to – investigation of capsized tug finds

Posted on June 4, 2020June 4, 2020 by News Hound

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada has published an investigation report into the capsizing of a tug, revealing that the vessel did not operate under a Safety Management System (SMS), and the crew did not have procedures for identifying or mitigating hazards.

On October 1, 2019, Seaspan ULC deployed the tug Sheena M to tow the loaded wood-chip barge Seaspan 566 from Terminal Forest Products’ facility in Langdale, BC, to Howe Sound Pulp and Paper Mills in Port Mellon, BC. At approximately 1237, the tug along with the barge departed the Terminal Forest Products Continue reading “SMS not adhered to – investigation of capsized tug finds”

HMM Algeciras: Largest engine powers world’s largest containership

Posted on June 2, 2020June 2, 2020 by News Hound

The 11G95ME-C10.5 engine was constructed at HSD Engine Co. Ltd. in Korea (Photo: HMM Algeciras)

Everything about the HMM Algeciras is big, including the power output of its MAN B&W 11G95ME-C engine – the mightiest ever built by Germany-based MAN Energy Solutions.

The 23,964 TEU containership is the largest ever built, recently launched for South Korean shipping company HMM at the Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering (DSME) Okpo shipyard in Geoje, Korea. The newbuild measures 400 metres in length and 61 meters in beam, and has recently entered service between Asia and Europe via the Suez Canal.

The record-setting containership is the first of a dozen 24,000 TEU class vessels ordered in August 2018 for delivery this year. DSME will ultimately construct seven of the series vessels, and fellow South Korean Continue reading “HMM Algeciras: Largest engine powers world’s largest containership”

DCSA give fresh impetus to electronic bills of lading development

Posted on June 2, 2020June 2, 2020 by News Hound

Fresh impetus given to electronic bills of lading development by the DCSA

The target of 50% of all bills of lading to be electronic within the next decade has been set by the Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) in an announcement made last week. The international freight transport insurer, TT Club welcomes the commitment by the group of container shipping lines that together operate nearly 70% of the world’s capacity. The initiative is consistent with the increased trend towards digitisation across the industry to improve efficiency and reduce costs. However, the current pressures felt through the supply chain as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic have no doubt spurred the action.

In its role as liability insurer and adviser on risk management throughout the container industry, TT Club is Continue reading “DCSA give fresh impetus to electronic bills of lading development”

Evinrude: Pandemic blamed for the demise of the famous brand of outboard engines

Posted on June 1, 2020June 8, 2021 by News Hound

One of the most illustrious names in marine propulsion has breathed its last with BRP’s announcement today that it will discontinue production of Evinrude E-TEC and E-TEC G2 outboard engines.

A company spokesperson said: “Our outboard engines business has been greatly impacted by COVID-19, obliging us to discontinue production of our outboard motors immediately. This business segment had already been facing some challenges and the impact from the current context has forced our hand,” said José Boisjoli, President and CEO of BRP. “We will concentrate our efforts on new and innovative technologies and on the development of our boat companies, where we continue to see a lot of potential to Continue reading “Evinrude: Pandemic blamed for the demise of the famous brand of outboard engines”

ECPY clarifies yachting regulations in France

Posted on June 1, 2020July 27, 2021 by News Hound

European Committee for Professional Yachting (ECPY) has clarified the cruising regulations for yachts in France following conflicting reports in the media.

ECPY said it had been in regular contact with the relevant authorities concerning maritime navigation and safety and all ports to remain updated on what yachts can and can’t do as COVID-19 lockdown restrictions are eased.

It stated that regulations concerning merchant ships applies to yachts, in terms of navigation (orders of the Continue reading “ECPY clarifies yachting regulations in France”

Inspectors and surveyors of ships exempt from new UK government’s border entry rules

Posted on May 26, 2020February 14, 2025 by News Hound

Kelly Tolhurst Minister for Aviation, Maritime & Security Department for Transport — Kelly Tolhurst, Minister for Aviation, Maritime & Security, UK Department for Transport

This is an extract from a longer open letter by Kelly Tolhurst MP about the UK government’s new border entry rules with details of those who are exempt when entering the UK from overseas.

Dear Colleague,

Earlier this month, the Government published Our Plan to Rebuild: the UK Government’s COVID-19 recovery strategy, setting out our plan to rebuild the UK and safeguard livelihoods. We are writing to update you on our progress; notably the self-isolation / quarantine measures for international arrivals that we announced yesterday (22 May).

Step One of our carefully planned timetable for lifting restrictions was enacted on 13 May in England. As the level of infection in the UK continues to reduce, it is important we manage the risk of importing cases from abroad. To that end,
we announced work on a series of measures that would be introduced at the UK border, including a requirement for international arrivals (with some notable exemptions) to self-isolate for fourteen days upon arrival. Continue reading “Inspectors and surveyors of ships exempt from new UK government’s border entry rules”

IIMS UAE Branch online COVID-19 seminar attracts 400 plus delegates

Posted on May 22, 2020February 14, 2025 by News Hound

The recent second IIMS UAE Branch webinar on COVID-19 practical effects on “Claims handling and Surveys” – are they here to stay? attracted 436 registrations from 43 countries. The initiative was well-received by the community and there was excellent feedback by attentive listeners at the peak of the participation. The initiative taken by the IIMS UAE Branch to bring value to its local and international members was evident by the community coming together for this free to attend seminar for everybody.

Continue reading “IIMS UAE Branch online COVID-19 seminar attracts 400 plus delegates”

Island Queen III: Three safety concerns after bottom contact of passenger vessel issued by TSB

Posted on May 21, 2020May 21, 2020 by News Hound

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) has published its investigation report into the bottom contact of the passenger vessel Island Queen III near Whiskey Island, Ontario, in August 2017. In addition, TBS has issued three safety concerns relating to the carriage of lifejackets, the evacuation of passengers during an emergency, and specialized training for crew members who are responsible for managing passengers during an emergency.

In the early afternoon of 8 August 2017, the passenger vessel Island Queen III left port for a planned three-hour cruise in the Thousand Islands area of the St. Lawrence River, sailing out of Kingston, Ontario with 290 people on board. Almost immediately after departing, the vessel encountered three separate fleets of local sailing school dinghies, causing it to deviate from the planned route. As the vessel moved through a narrow portion of the route, it strayed into shallow water and struck bottom, Continue reading “Island Queen III: Three safety concerns after bottom contact of passenger vessel issued by TSB”

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