by Yasmine Hifi, Safety at Sea Ltd [Originally published in The Naval Architect, October 2019] IMO rules for evacuation analysis have, until recently, only applied to Ro-Pax ships. However, from January 2020, all passenger ships (in addition to Ro-Ro passenger ships) carrying more than 36 people and with keel laid on or after the same […]
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The case for a digital systems model for the lifetime of a vessel
by Alasdair Douglas, Associate Naval Architect at Safety at Sea [Originally published in The Naval Architect] With the introduction of Safe Return to Port (SRTP) in July 2010, ship systems are now designed and assessed to ensure they meet the minimum level of availability outlined in SOLAS. This assessment is extensive, requiring consideration of many interdependent systems subject to a […]
Innovation to solve challenges old and new
[Originally published in Cruise Industry News’ Return to Service publication] It is an unprecedented time for this industry and for every industry. As governments struggle to contain the pandemic and create a basis for economic recovery, it is down to each industry to look at innovative ways to return to work. What is undeniable is […]
Using New Technology to Manage Safe Return to Port
By Vittorio Vagliani Originally published through The Maritime Executive A serious accident involving a large passenger vessel is undeniably one of the highest risks to the safety of life at sea due to the sheer number of passengers and crew onboard. We don’t have to think far into the past to recollect vivid images of what events like this can mean. […]
