Sudden and drastic reduction in the price of crude oil all over the world due to the lockdown in various parts of the world, has led the tanker to go for long anchorages. The land based storage units have limited space. In this scenario ship owners are using tanker ships as storage units. As per […]
1. A few valves on the valve chest of a bilge pump, on the suction side, need urgent repair/renewal. Write a letter to the owner asking for spares, clearly indicating the type of valve, the components required and the approximate time for the repair. 2. Suggest some means of aligning a pump and its drive […]
Meaning of sopep is clearly mentioned in this article in a simple manner, those who wish to study can have a look through it. The Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan (SOPEP) is a comprehensive plan that provides a framework for the crew of a ship to prevent, prepare for, and respond to oil pollution incidents […]
