Tanker management self-assessment (TMSA) may be voluntary in principle but for tanker operators seeking regular charters from oil majors meeting its requirements is a fundamental…
The OCIMF Tanker Management and Self Assessment programme was originally introduced in 2004 as a tool to help companies assess, measure and improve their management systems. It…
The 10th Element, which focuses on environment and energy management is the critical practice of identifying and assessing pollution generated from maritime operations as well…
Digitalisation and decarbonisation are driving a period of unprecedented change in the maritime industry, underpinned by the regulatory agenda.
As the implementation date of IMO 2021…
In August, the Tahlequah Main Street Association began accepting submissions for the Big Idea, which will provide a grant up to $5,000 for the best…
As announced on 24 June 2020 key elements of the European Barge Inspection Scheme (EBIS) will transition to OCIMF’s SIRE programme from 1 January 2021.…
What are the key elements of TMSA 3 (Tanker Management Self Assessment)?
On the 10th of April 2017, OCIMF (The Oil Companies International Marine Forum)…
TMSA 3, From January 2018, tanker operators are required to use TMSA3 to monitor and improve performance. In comparison with TMSA2, the new edition of…
Maritime Cyber Attack
Cyber attacks like the NotPetya malware that struck Maersk are raising concerns about cyber risk and its effects on resilience, according to specialty insurer…
MARITIME CYBER RISK !
The insurance losses and liabilities arising from cyber risks is an increasing area of focus for both shipowners and their insurers, argues…