After the fishing ban in China is lifted on September first, operators of ships transiting the area should be aware that there is a risk of collision with fishing vessels.
An incorrect response to a fuel leak resulted in an unintentional power shutdown in order to draw lessons learned from the situation.
Mooring and unmooring operations hide a number of risks for those who get involved, many times leading to a fatal accident or a collision
Thus, it is of a great importance when conducting any mooring operation to follow specific steps to ensure the safety of all those conducting the operation and consider the following tips:
The fourth edition of OCIMF Mooring Equipment Guidelines (MEG4), issued in July 2018, has significantly changed the mentality of Managing Companies and seafarers’ approach on mooring issues.
It provides clear and concise guidance for ship and terminal designers, ship operators and mooring line manufacturers on safe mooring system design, with an emphasis on the safety of ship and terminal personnel.