New US sanctions hit tanker operators.
The US has imposed another round of sanctions against Russia, India, and China, directly affecting the tanker fleet transporting Russian oil. According to BIMCO, the measures target companies and vessels involved in crude shipments in violation of established price ceilings. Now, not only Russian vessels but also foreign operators providing oil logistics to Asia are […]
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What tests do lifebuoys undergo?
A lifebuoy on a ship is more than just an orange donut. Its characteristics are clearly defined in international documents: 🟢 SOLAS (Chapter III) – basic requirements for life-saving appliances.🟢 LSA Code (Chapter II, 2.1) – technical characteristics of lifebuoys.🟢 IMO MSC.81(70), Part 1 – testing procedures. The main IMO lifebuoy tests are: ❗️ All […]
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Every port on an LNG ship means another inspection. Why?
On a new LNG vessel, every port means another inspection: port state, coast guard, SIRE, flag state… the list is endless. 🔘Because new ships are built in a hurry. Crews are sent on board with dozens of unresolved issues, and then are forced to immediately begin the first cargo operation.🔘Main engines run nonstop for weeks, […]
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Onboard Injury
🔘While tightening a valve, the 3rd engineer sustained a shoulder injury—the wrench slipped, causing a sharp pain in the “left shoulder.” 🔘Preliminary reports indicate a “shoulder dislocation.” No open wounds or signs of internal bleeding were found. 🔘The injured man was given “rest,” and his arm was secured “in a weighted sling.” ⚓️ As a […]
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PureBallast Water Treatment System
System Operation Manual — PureBallast 3.2 Compact Flex PB-04954 👉 FILE Seamen’s Club 🇺🇦 | #education
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