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Electronic inclinometers for new bulk carriers and container ships
Electronic inclinometers for new bulk carriers and container ships
Posted: Oct 28, 2025

Electronic inclinometers for new bulk carriers and container ships

Lloyds Registry

To enhance seafarer safety and prevent the loss and damage of bulk cargo due to strong movements at sea, the IMO is introducing amendments to SOLAS Chapter V.
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SOLAS (Chapter II-1, Reg 5.4) requires that where any alterations are made to a ship so as to materially affect the stability information supplied to the master, amended stability information must be
SOLAS (Chapter II-1, Reg 5.4) requires that where any alterations are made to a ship so as to materially affect the stability information supplied to the master, amended stability information must be
Posted: Apr 8, 2025

SOLAS (Chapter II-1, Reg 5.4) requires that where any alterations are made to a ship so as to materially affect the stability information supplied to the master, amended stability information must be

Lloyds Registry

SOLAS (Chapter II-1, Reg 5.4) requires that where any alterations are made to a ship so as to materially affect the stability information supplied to the master, amended stability information must be provided.
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The influence of temperature on the corrosion rate of cargo and water ballast tanks
The influence of temperature on the corrosion rate of cargo and water ballast tanks
Posted: Apr 8, 2025

The influence of temperature on the corrosion rate of cargo and water ballast tanks

DNV

Corrosion in cargo and water ballast tanks presents a significant challenge. DNV analyses reveal that corrosion is the most common cause of hull findings, and our surveyors often discover coatings breaking down much earlier than anticipated. Exposure of the ship structure to high temperatures may be a possible reason. This technical news explores the topic in more detail.
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NEW LOADING CONDITION FOR THE CARRIAGE OF GRAINS IN BULK
NEW LOADING CONDITION FOR THE CARRIAGE OF GRAINS IN BULK
Posted: Mar 18, 2025

NEW LOADING CONDITION FOR THE CARRIAGE OF GRAINS IN BULK

ABS

This Regulatory News provides an update and guidance on the latest amendments to the International Code for the Safe Carriage of Grain in Bulk.
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New water on deck damage stability requirements for ro-ro passenger ships
New water on deck damage stability requirements for ro-ro passenger ships
Posted: Feb 12, 2025

New water on deck damage stability requirements for ro-ro passenger ships

Lloyds Registry

The European Union has adopted Directive 2023/946, which amends the “water on deck” damage stability requirements for ro-ro passenger ships in Directive 2003/25/EC. This new Directive is intended to align the EU’s stability requirements with the enhanced standards established by SOLAS 2020.
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