If you own or operate a ship with a marine diesel engine that has a power output of more than 130 kW, you may need to obtain an Engine International Air Pollution Prevention (EIAPP) Certificate. This certificate is a requirement of the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL), Annex VI, which […]
This article discusses about the crankshaft deflection and bearing clearance measurement in details. Both of the process is crucial for the any engine onboard. But here we will focus our approach towards the main engine only. But for crankshaft deflection related to generators is more or less same. Read this interesting article: Main engine crankcase […]
In this blog post, I will explain what is the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) chapter 12 on ship and why it is important for bulk carriers. SOLAS is an international maritime treaty that sets minimum safety standards for the construction, equipment and operation of merchant ships. SOLAS chapter 12 deals with additional safety […]
