At current growth rates, shipping could represent some 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Which measures could reduce its contribution to climate change? What is the impact of shipping on climate change? The shipping industry is the backbone of international trade, making it possible to move goods like bananas and televisions around the…
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Following a thorough review and a phased transition after months of testing, Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) has officially launched the Ship Inspection Report Programme SIRE 2.0 on 2 September 2024. The new tanker inspection program replaces VIQ7 and becomes OCIMF’s only available tanker inspection tool. Back in 2022, an article setting out the…
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Duke Austin & Co Ltd Climate Report 2024
Read the full article at SIRE 2.0 becomes the new vetting standard starting September (safety4sea.com) The Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) has confirmed that its digitalised Ship Inspection Report Programme (SIRE 2.0) is scheduled to ‘go-live’ on Monday 2 September 2024 and become the standard tanker inspection tool for the marine industry. The final…
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Read all about the latest at Duke Austin in our Summer Newsletter Edition Duke Austin Newsletter Issue 24
At Duke Austin, the office team and inspectors would like to share our collective experiences regarding the SIRE 2.0 Phase 3 period. All Duke Austin inspectors were invited to participate in a feedback exercise regarding their preparedness and experience of Sire 2.0. DACO collated these responses into this report which is shared with all clients…
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OCIMF is sponsoring, for the second year running, the International Women in Maritime Day seminar and reception on Tuesday 14 May 2024. The event is being co-hosted jointly with Trinity House and the Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA). The IMO International Day for Women in Maritime is observed on 18 May every year. The day celebrates women in the industry and…
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Read the full report at Cargo Vessel Encounters Grounding at Silloth Port (marinetraffic.com) On May 8, the cargo ship BREMEN was reported grounded at the Port of SILLOTH, England. The incident occurred at 12:10 AM local time, during vessel arrival at SILLOTH port. Efforts are underway to rescue the distressed vessel and minimize the potential risk caused by the grounding.…
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DA126 – Duke Austin Sustainability Report
Duke Austin are proud to share the results of the Feedback Survey distributed to Suppliers, Associates and Clients. In an effort to measure progress and continually improve our services at Duke Austin, we invite participants to complete our annual feedback survey. The results of the survey are discussed during Staff meetings and any improvement and…
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