Translated by Tatyana Puchkova, Maidan of Foreign Affairs’ exper
The monitoring group of the Maidan of Foreign Affairs and BSNews continues publishing the lists of vessels that since the Russian occupation of Crimea, have made calls at the nine ports of the Crimean peninsula: in Yevpatoriya, Sevastopol (two ports), Yalta, Feodosia and Kerch (four ports).
Today we present to our readers the "black list", or rather, the complete database of ships that in violation of the Ukra... moreTranslated by Tatyana Puchkova, Maidan of Foreign Affairs’ exper
The monitoring group of the Maidan of Foreign Affairs and BSNews continues publishing the lists of vessels that since the Russian occupation of Crimea, have made calls at the nine ports of the Crimean peninsula: in Yevpatoriya, Sevastopol (two ports), Yalta, Feodosia and Kerch (four ports).
Today we present to our readers the "black list", or rather, the complete database of ships that in violation of the Ukrainian legislation and the international sanctions, docked at the ports of the occupied Crimea since its annexation, i.e. from March 18, 2014 to August 15, 2016.
In the next few days we will also offer you a series of analytical materials concerning the database: the monitoring group has analyzed the database of the offenders in accordance with the types of ships, types of cargo, ports of call and response to international sanctions, as well as tracked the processes of changing the flags and the owners and so o... less
Cheaper production and material costs as well as weaker demand has driven the price of new container equipment down to record lows and is forecast to fall further during 2016, according to the latest edition of the Container Census report published by global shipping consultancy Drewry.
The container equipment index price at the end of 2015 was $1,450 per CEU equivalent (or 20ft standard), down from $1,900 a year earlier. The average price for the year was $1,750, down 15% on 2014 and by the end of 2... moreCheaper production and material costs as well as weaker demand has driven the price of new container equipment down to record lows and is forecast to fall further during 2016, according to the latest edition of the Container Census report published by global shipping consultancy Drewry.
The container equipment index price at the end of 2015 was $1,450 per CEU equivalent (or 20ft standard), down from $1,900 a year earlier. The average price for the year was $1,750, down 15% on 2014 and by the end of 2015 the index had fallen close to the all-time low of 2001-02.
“Some of the recent price fall has resulted from the weakening state of the global economy and the decline in trade demand,” said Drewry’s lead analyst for container equipment Andrew Foxcroft. “Drewry is forecasting a further possible fall in the overall price for 2016, as it dipped briefly to $1,300 by the second quarter.” By end-2015, the new-for-old replacement cost of the global box fleet was down to $77 billion, ... less
10 Oily Water Separator (OWS) Maintenance Tips Every Ship Engineer Must Know
Every engineer on ship knows the importance of oily water separator (OWS) and must have heard stories of legal actions taken against seafarers who tried to fiddle or bypass the automation system of the OWS.... more10 Oily Water Separator (OWS) Maintenance Tips Every Ship Engineer Must Know
Every engineer on ship knows the importance of oily water separator (OWS) and must have heard stories of legal actions taken against seafarers who tried to fiddle or bypass the automation system of the OWS.
The most common cause of people tempering with oily water separator is deterioration of performance of the system.
Apart from the filter getting clogged due to continuous usage, there can be many other reasons for the lack of performance.
A few critical points, which are often ignored and less commonly known to engineers operating oily water separator on daily basis, are discussed in this article to ensure efficient performance of oily water separator (coalesce filter type) used onboard ships:
1. Oil In Bilge: The separator is suitable for separating small quantity of oil in bilge and not the other way round. If there is a mixture consisting of small quantity of water in oil, better not to pass it though the O... less
Allseas’ has successfully completed commissioning of the Topsides lift system and the major part of the harbour test programme of the single-lift installation/decommissioning and pipelay vessel “Pioneering Spirit” in the Alexia harbour, Rotterdam, at the end of July 2016.
All twelve installed topsides lifting beams on board “Pioneering Spirit” have been tested to their respective lift capacities of nearly 3700 metric tons. The last of the four tests, invol... moreAllseas’ has successfully completed commissioning of the Topsides lift system and the major part of the harbour test programme of the single-lift installation/decommissioning and pipelay vessel “Pioneering Spirit” in the Alexia harbour, Rotterdam, at the end of July 2016.
All twelve installed topsides lifting beams on board “Pioneering Spirit” have been tested to their respective lift capacities of nearly 3700 metric tons. The last of the four tests, involving four beams lifting 14,700 tonnes, was performed on 23 July. During harbour lifting trials the twelve beams together lifted over 44,000 tonnes.
Credits: km.konsberg.com
“Pioneering Spirit” is expected to perform offshore trials and the test platform topsides installation and removal exercises in the Southern North Sea throughout August. Removal of the 13,500 tonne Yme mobile offshore production unit (MOPU) offshore Norway for Repsol is planned to occur following succe... less
A Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Dynamic Positioning (DP) Operator
Dynamic Positioning is a very vital cog in a vessel’s operation which is mainly dedicated for offshore activities such oil exploration. Dynamic positioning systems require specially trained and skilled personnel to handle the systems at sea.... moreA Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Dynamic Positioning (DP) Operator
Dynamic Positioning is a very vital cog in a vessel’s operation which is mainly dedicated for offshore activities such oil exploration. Dynamic positioning systems require specially trained and skilled personnel to handle the systems at sea.
The person who mans the entire system and ensures the smooth functioning of a DP vessel is known as a DP operator. The dynamic positioning operator (DPO) needs to be trained appropriately before taking up the reins of the demanding profession. Several maritime institutes offer a recognised course in dynamic position systems successfully aiding individuals to gain the requisite knowledge. Know more about the various DP courses providers in Asia.
Image for Representation purpose only; Credits: wikimedia.org
There are several steps that an individual needs to follow in order to qualify as a good dynamic positioning operator. These progressing graduations can be listed down as follows:
1. ... less
India: Merchant Navy Personnel May Have To Pay Tax
Income Tax Department of India started sending notices to seafarers asking them to pay taxes on income earned on both foreign and Indian flagged ships.... moreIndia: Merchant Navy Personnel May Have To Pay Tax
Income Tax Department of India started sending notices to seafarers asking them to pay taxes on income earned on both foreign and Indian flagged ships.
The notices were a result of a recent Income Tax tribunal judgement from Kolkata which required merchant navy personnel to pay taxes. According to the judgement, seafarers may have to pay around 30% tax on their income. Worse still, the IT department can raise a tax demand on income of last six years as well.
Representation Image – Photograph by Jose Jacob
Until now, merchant navy personnel who spent more than six months at sea enjoyed similar benefits to non-resident Indians. These benefits have been received by seafarers for decades.
The judgement will affect thousands of merchant navy personnel, India being one of the largest suppliers of crew to global merchant navy fleet.
Maritime Union of India (MUI) and National Union of Seafarers Of India (NUSI) are challenging these decision and are aski... less
... moreUK Ship Register signs its first unmanned vessel
The UK Ship Register has signed its first-ever unmanned vessel to the flag, showing how it is adapting to the changes of the maritime industry.
ASV’s C-Worker 7 will be used for work such as subsea positioning, surveying and environmental monitoring. It can be used under direct control, semi-manned or completely unmanned.
Although such autonomous vessels are now being introduced to many fleets in both commercial and military sectors across the world, they are still relatively new in the maritime sector.
Doug Barrow, Director UK Ship Register said: ‘By supporting emerging technologies such as autonomous systems, we are helping to keep the UK at the forefront of the global maritime industry.
‘The UK Flag is growing, as we have invested in resources to meet the demands of that growth. We have the support of the UK Government, and the wider UK maritime industries to continue our expansion.
‘Vince Dobbin, Sales and ... less
kipsteknisk-designed Arctic shrimp trawler build for MV Osprey L... morekipsteknisk-designed Arctic shrimp trawler build for MV Osprey Ltd. christened at Tersan Shipyard, Turkey
The new Arctic shrimp trawler "Northern Osprey III" of Skipsteknisk ST-118 design is close to completion at Tersan Shipyard in Turkey. The Owner M.V. Osprey Ltd. of North Sidney, Nova Scotia ordered the new vessel at Tersan Shipyard in November 2015 after an intense design development period at Skipsteknisk.
The "Northern Osprey III" is the 3rd vessel built by the Norwegian emigrant, Mr. Ulf Snarby at M.V. Osprey Ltd. based on ST-design. The first was the "Northern Osprey"(1992) and the second was the newly sold "Northern Eagle"(1996).
The ST-118 "Northern Osprey III" has a length of 80,25 m and a beam of 17 m. The vessel is designed with a high ice-class for operation in challenging ice-conditions outside Newfoundland and Labrador. It is arranged with a high standard accommodation for 38 persons which also includes facilities for the crew as media/movie room, gymnasium, sauna, etc.
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OSM wins crew management for Lauritzen Kosan’s entire flee... moreOSM wins crew management for Lauritzen Kosan’s entire fleet of 26 vessels
Leading global ship management company OSM Maritime Group has been awarded full crew management of Lauritzen Kosan’s entire fleet of advanced liquefied gas tankers. The agreement, covering 26 refrigerated ethylene, semi-refrigerated and pressurised gas carriers, will help Lauritzen Kosan deliver on its promise of providing optimal efficiency, safety, quality and value for its global base of energy and petrochemical customers.
Caption: LPG tanker Henrieta Kosan - Image courtesy of Lauritzen Kosan
OSM’s focus on the provision of personal service and expert seafarers, combined with delivering significant business efficiencies and economies of scale, has seen the company grow considerably in 2017. This latest contract ranks as its largest individual win of the year, bringing the number of vessels OSM provides services to far beyond the 500 mark. It also consolidates the company’s position as one of the world&rsqu... less
Different Entries To Be Made In Bridge Log Book of The Ship
&nbs... moreDifferent Entries To Be Made In Bridge Log Book of The Ship
Being a deck officer of a ship involves myriad responsibilities that are spread across the different aspects of the vessel’s operation. It is a challenging job wherein the responsible person has to ensure that the ship is navigating safely on the correct path and complying with all the navigational rules i.e. Rules of the Road (ROR). Not only is the safe navigation the prime responsibility but it’s documentation also holds equal importance to lend credibility as well as accountability to the task being executed.
It can be said that as far as the navigation of the ship is concerned, the safety of the ship’s staff is solely in the hands of navigating deck officer (also termed the Officer Of The Watch) and the assistance rendered in carrying out his duties by another crew member on the bridge. An agile watch by these people ensures that the ship is never in an emergency situation such as collision, grounding etc. that expose... less
Understanding Hot And Cold Corrosion In Marine Engines
T... moreUnderstanding Hot And Cold Corrosion In Marine Engines
The profit earned by the shipping companies does not solely depend on the cargo they are entitled to carry. In fact, a significant portion of the profit is achieved from the savings in operational costs, which enable the ship owners to provide competitive price for carrying cargo.
As everyone knows, one of the major operating costs for running a ship from Port X to Port Y is the fuel oil. And for the same reason, companies are doing everything possible to cut fuel costs to the minimum using techniques such as slow steaming with low-grade fuels.
However, the fuel oils that are used to run the marine engines also adversely affect the engine parts (due to the naturally occurring elements present in them) if not burnt efficiently.
Corrosion is a primary concern on ships when it comes to burning heavy fuel oil in the marine engines. It can be further described as:
Hot Corrosion: It occurs due to the presence of Vanadium (Va) and Sodium (Na) i... less
10 Important Organizations Seafarers Can Contact For Help
... more10 Important Organizations Seafarers Can Contact For Help
The merchant navy is a profession that is by far away from the need to have a permanent legal counsel for the benefit of the employees. And obviously, as the topic suggests, the ones in concern here are the ones working onboard (as opposed to the office). Professional life onboard is strictly work oriented with less to minimum chances to give rise to situations that might demand legal proceedings.
In general, the culture on ship is to solve matters within the periphery of the ship, amicably and respectfully. The Master is normally enough by himself to solve issues that require specific and serious attention. However, as with all workplaces, there sometimes arises a situation that just cannot be solved through the honor of a good handshake and an apology; sometimes, a seafarer has no option but to turn to full fledged authorities dedicated towards the disputes pertaining to the life in the merchant navy.
Such disputes may arise when the questions o... less
ExxonMobil Extends Contract for Maersk Drillship at a Fraction o... moreExxonMobil Extends Contract for Maersk Drillship at a Fraction of the Original Rate
Maersk Viking drillship. File Photo: Maersk Drilling
Maersk Drilling says it has been awarded a 150-day contract extension by ExxonMobil for the ultra-deepwater drillship Maersk Viking at a significantly lower day rate compared to the original long-term contract.
The company said the estimated value of the contract extension is $22.5 million, which corresponds to a day rate of approximately $150,000 per day.
Maersk Viking has been operating under a 3-year contract with ExxonMobil on the Julia field in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico since its delivery from the Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) shipyard in 2014 when the price of crude oil was still over $100 per barrel. The original value of the contract was estimated to be about $610 million, making for a day rate of just over $550,000.
The original contract was scheduled to end in July 2017. With the extension, Maersk Viking will now be in operation for ExxonMobi... less
ReCAAP ISC reports fewer piracy incidents for April
in Security ... moreReCAAP ISC reports fewer piracy incidents for April
in Security 10 May 2017
Credit: ReCAAP
A total of three incidents of piracy and armed robbery against ships were reported in Asia in April 2017, according to ReCAAP’s monthly report for April 2017. Of these, two were actual incidents (armed robbery against ships) and one was an attempted incident (piracy).
In particular, compared to the same period in 2016, there was a decrease in the number of incidents reported. A total of 14 incidents were reported in April 2016, compared to three incidents in April 2017. On a month-on-month comparison between April 2016 and April 2017, the number of incidents fluctuated throughout the period, with the lowest of three incidents reported in August 2016 and April 2017; and the highest of 14 incidents in April 2016.
The report also presents the number of incidents reported during the period of January-April of 2013- 2017. The number of incidents reported during this period was the lowest among the five-year r... less
Last night, Elon Musk announced that Tesla's solar roofs would b... moreLast night, Elon Musk announced that Tesla's solar roofs would be on sale starting today. At the time, he also stated that more information on the panels was forthcoming. Now, he has unveiled key details about Tesla's "infinity warranty."
A Notable Announcement
Last night, Elon Musk announced via Twitter that orders would begin today (May 10th, 2017) for his revolutionary solar roof hardware. In another tweet, he promised that ordering would be available in most countries throughout the world. He also clarified that people could expect to see delivery begin in the United States in late 2017, and that deliveries would roll out sometime next year for overseas locations.
But another announcement just came in that’s even more revolutionary: The solar roofs will have an infinity warranty.
Yes, you read that right. The Tesla website just released all the information that you will need regarding how to order their new solar roof tiles and, remarkably, the site states that the tiles are guaranteed lite... less
... moreUK Ship Register signs its first unmanned vessel
The UK Ship Register has signed its first-ever unmanned vessel to the flag, showing how it is adapting to the changes of the maritime industry.
ASV’s C-Worker 7 will be used for work such as subsea positioning, surveying and environmental monitoring. It can be used under direct control, semi-manned or completely unmanned.
Although such autonomous vessels are now being introduced to many fleets in both commercial and military sectors across the world, they are still relatively new in the maritime sector.
Doug Barrow, Director UK Ship Register said: ‘By supporting emerging technologies such as autonomous systems, we are helping to keep the UK at the forefront of the global maritime industry.
‘The UK Flag is growing, as we have invested in resources to meet the demands of that growth. We have the support of the UK Government, and the wider UK maritime industries to continue our expansion.
‘Vince Dobbin, Sales and ... less
kipsteknisk-designed Arctic shrimp trawler build for MV Osprey L... morekipsteknisk-designed Arctic shrimp trawler build for MV Osprey Ltd. christened at Tersan Shipyard, Turkey
The new Arctic shrimp trawler "Northern Osprey III" of Skipsteknisk ST-118 design is close to completion at Tersan Shipyard in Turkey. The Owner M.V. Osprey Ltd. of North Sidney, Nova Scotia ordered the new vessel at Tersan Shipyard in November 2015 after an intense design development period at Skipsteknisk.
The "Northern Osprey III" is the 3rd vessel built by the Norwegian emigrant, Mr. Ulf Snarby at M.V. Osprey Ltd. based on ST-design. The first was the "Northern Osprey"(1992) and the second was the newly sold "Northern Eagle"(1996).
The ST-118 "Northern Osprey III" has a length of 80,25 m and a beam of 17 m. The vessel is designed with a high ice-class for operation in challenging ice-conditions outside Newfoundland and Labrador. It is arranged with a high standard accommodation for 38 persons which also includes facilities for the crew as media/movie room, gymnasium, sauna, etc.
&nbs... less
OSM wins crew management for Lauritzen Kosan’s entire flee... moreOSM wins crew management for Lauritzen Kosan’s entire fleet of 26 vessels
Leading global ship management company OSM Maritime Group has been awarded full crew management of Lauritzen Kosan’s entire fleet of advanced liquefied gas tankers. The agreement, covering 26 refrigerated ethylene, semi-refrigerated and pressurised gas carriers, will help Lauritzen Kosan deliver on its promise of providing optimal efficiency, safety, quality and value for its global base of energy and petrochemical customers.
Caption: LPG tanker Henrieta Kosan - Image courtesy of Lauritzen Kosan
OSM’s focus on the provision of personal service and expert seafarers, combined with delivering significant business efficiencies and economies of scale, has seen the company grow considerably in 2017. This latest contract ranks as its largest individual win of the year, bringing the number of vessels OSM provides services to far beyond the 500 mark. It also consolidates the company’s position as one of the world&rsqu... less
Different Entries To Be Made In Bridge Log Book of The Ship
&nbs... moreDifferent Entries To Be Made In Bridge Log Book of The Ship
Being a deck officer of a ship involves myriad responsibilities that are spread across the different aspects of the vessel’s operation. It is a challenging job wherein the responsible person has to ensure that the ship is navigating safely on the correct path and complying with all the navigational rules i.e. Rules of the Road (ROR). Not only is the safe navigation the prime responsibility but it’s documentation also holds equal importance to lend credibility as well as accountability to the task being executed.
It can be said that as far as the navigation of the ship is concerned, the safety of the ship’s staff is solely in the hands of navigating deck officer (also termed the Officer Of The Watch) and the assistance rendered in carrying out his duties by another crew member on the bridge. An agile watch by these people ensures that the ship is never in an emergency situation such as collision, grounding etc. that expose... less
Understanding Hot And Cold Corrosion In Marine Engines
T... moreUnderstanding Hot And Cold Corrosion In Marine Engines
The profit earned by the shipping companies does not solely depend on the cargo they are entitled to carry. In fact, a significant portion of the profit is achieved from the savings in operational costs, which enable the ship owners to provide competitive price for carrying cargo.
As everyone knows, one of the major operating costs for running a ship from Port X to Port Y is the fuel oil. And for the same reason, companies are doing everything possible to cut fuel costs to the minimum using techniques such as slow steaming with low-grade fuels.
However, the fuel oils that are used to run the marine engines also adversely affect the engine parts (due to the naturally occurring elements present in them) if not burnt efficiently.
Corrosion is a primary concern on ships when it comes to burning heavy fuel oil in the marine engines. It can be further described as:
Hot Corrosion: It occurs due to the presence of Vanadium (Va) and Sodium (Na) i... less
10 Important Organizations Seafarers Can Contact For Help
... more10 Important Organizations Seafarers Can Contact For Help
The merchant navy is a profession that is by far away from the need to have a permanent legal counsel for the benefit of the employees. And obviously, as the topic suggests, the ones in concern here are the ones working onboard (as opposed to the office). Professional life onboard is strictly work oriented with less to minimum chances to give rise to situations that might demand legal proceedings.
In general, the culture on ship is to solve matters within the periphery of the ship, amicably and respectfully. The Master is normally enough by himself to solve issues that require specific and serious attention. However, as with all workplaces, there sometimes arises a situation that just cannot be solved through the honor of a good handshake and an apology; sometimes, a seafarer has no option but to turn to full fledged authorities dedicated towards the disputes pertaining to the life in the merchant navy.
Such disputes may arise when the questions o... less
ExxonMobil Extends Contract for Maersk Drillship at a Fraction o... moreExxonMobil Extends Contract for Maersk Drillship at a Fraction of the Original Rate
Maersk Viking drillship. File Photo: Maersk Drilling
Maersk Drilling says it has been awarded a 150-day contract extension by ExxonMobil for the ultra-deepwater drillship Maersk Viking at a significantly lower day rate compared to the original long-term contract.
The company said the estimated value of the contract extension is $22.5 million, which corresponds to a day rate of approximately $150,000 per day.
Maersk Viking has been operating under a 3-year contract with ExxonMobil on the Julia field in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico since its delivery from the Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) shipyard in 2014 when the price of crude oil was still over $100 per barrel. The original value of the contract was estimated to be about $610 million, making for a day rate of just over $550,000.
The original contract was scheduled to end in July 2017. With the extension, Maersk Viking will now be in operation for ExxonMobi... less
ReCAAP ISC reports fewer piracy incidents for April
in Security ... moreReCAAP ISC reports fewer piracy incidents for April
in Security 10 May 2017
Credit: ReCAAP
A total of three incidents of piracy and armed robbery against ships were reported in Asia in April 2017, according to ReCAAP’s monthly report for April 2017. Of these, two were actual incidents (armed robbery against ships) and one was an attempted incident (piracy).
In particular, compared to the same period in 2016, there was a decrease in the number of incidents reported. A total of 14 incidents were reported in April 2016, compared to three incidents in April 2017. On a month-on-month comparison between April 2016 and April 2017, the number of incidents fluctuated throughout the period, with the lowest of three incidents reported in August 2016 and April 2017; and the highest of 14 incidents in April 2016.
The report also presents the number of incidents reported during the period of January-April of 2013- 2017. The number of incidents reported during this period was the lowest among the five-year r... less
Last night, Elon Musk announced that Tesla's solar roofs would b... moreLast night, Elon Musk announced that Tesla's solar roofs would be on sale starting today. At the time, he also stated that more information on the panels was forthcoming. Now, he has unveiled key details about Tesla's "infinity warranty."
A Notable Announcement
Last night, Elon Musk announced via Twitter that orders would begin today (May 10th, 2017) for his revolutionary solar roof hardware. In another tweet, he promised that ordering would be available in most countries throughout the world. He also clarified that people could expect to see delivery begin in the United States in late 2017, and that deliveries would roll out sometime next year for overseas locations.
But another announcement just came in that’s even more revolutionary: The solar roofs will have an infinity warranty.
Yes, you read that right. The Tesla website just released all the information that you will need regarding how to order their new solar roof tiles and, remarkably, the site states that the tiles are guaranteed lite... less
10 Harmful Effects Of Impure Air On Ship’s Machinery
... more10 Harmful Effects Of Impure Air On Ship’s Machinery
The quality of air present onboard is of vital importance to both ship’s crew and its machinery systems. Most of the ship’s systems use air for operation in one or the other way. Quality of air intake by ship’s machinery systems play a major role in deciding the performance and maintenance criteria of the machine.
In this article we have provided a general overview about ten harmful effects of impure air on ship’s machinery systems:
1. Poor Ventilation Harms Machinery: The engine room ventilation is the main consumer of intake air for all machinery systems located inside it. If the intake air is of poor quality, the performance of machinery systems can be severely affected. Special care must be taken especially in dry dock when blasting of hull is carried out. Precautions should also be taken while loading cargo with abrasive dust as ventilation fans will suck dust inside the engine... less
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