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Fuel oil treatment offers benefits to enhance vessel operational efficiency on road to decarbonization
With shipping currently responsible for 3% of global GHG emissions, the new EEXI and CII regulations that came into force in January comprise the IMO's short-term measures to address climate change. The aim is to reduce carbon intensity of all vessels with over 5,000 GT in international trading by 40% by 2030 and 70% by 2050 – an ambitious target for the maritime community to pursue.
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The safety risks of poor cylinder safety management
Technical gases are an integral part of vessel maintenance, and properly managing your gas cylinders is critical for safety. Here are five safety risks that you must keep in mind.
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How to keep your boiler and cooling systems in tip-top condition
Consistent preventative maintenance of boiler and cooling systems can promote better efficiency and protect against unexpected costs resulting from corrosion and scaling problems. In this article, we discuss the challenges and how you should tackle them.
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Responsible refrigeration on ships – Enabling you to comply with regulations and reduce carbon emissions
According to the 4th IMO GHG Study, the estimated annual loss of refrigerants from shipping in 2018 resulted in 18.2 million tonnes in CO2 emissions. Refrigerant leaks result in more energy needed to deliver the necessary level of cooling, and could contribute to higher emission from the ship. Download the technical article to learn how you can achieve responsible refrigeration.
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Staying compliant with RISQ 2.0 for welding safety
With the new RISQ 2.0 update, pressure regulators and flashback arrestors must be inspected annually and replaced every five years after the manufacturing date to prevent degradation and leakage. When was the last time you conducted an inspection? Find out how you can stay compliant.
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Finally - a first for us
Captain Lee Eun Ran is not the world’s first female captain but a significant milestone given that shipping is still a male dominated industry and has been the same for decades.
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Safety update for welding on Tankers
What are the revisions in OCIMF SIRE 2.0 and what actions do you need to take to stay compliant?
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Getting our crew ready for SIRE 2.0
The new SIRE 2.0 regime is expected to become operational soon. It is our upmost priority to ensure that our crew can transition into the new regime without overloading them with too much information as they perform their day-to-day duties.
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Why improper mooring tail selection compromises safety
“Choosing to buy a lower-strength, lighter mooring tail than the rope is a misguided strategy that can compromise the integrity of your entire mooring configuration and the safety of those tasked with handling the lines", says Mark Levis, Wilhelmsen Ships Service Technical Sales Manager (Chemicals & Ropes) for North America. Here he explains how to ensure your tail is fit for purpose from the outset in order to optimize the lifetime and safety performance of your mooring solution.
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Chasing their Dreams and Working Hard for It
If you’re out at sea and can hear someone belting out power ballads like, “If I Sing You a Love Song by Bonnie Taylor” or “I Can’t Fight this Feeling Anymore by REO Speedwagon” then you know Sabrina McCoy Villaruz or Raquel Marilag is onboard. These two female officers are paving the way and breaking ceilings in the seafaring industry.