A useful overview of the risks and management of bulk liquid cargoes during prolonged storage.
Prolonged storage of bulk liquid cargoes – whether due to port congestion, commercial delays or other forms of delay – can significantly increase the risk of cargo deterioration. Under such conditions, cargoes that are otherwise stable during normal voyages may undergo chemical or physical changes, resulting in off-specification product, operational difficulties and, in some cases, serious safety concerns.
This article outlines the key degradation mechanisms affecting commonly carried bulk liquid cargoes and highlights the practical measures required onboard to monitor, control and mitigate these risks.
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