LOSS PREVENTION March 2010 Loss prevention briefing for North of England Members Iron Ore Fines


Contents Indian Iron Ore Fines ....................................................................................................................................... 2 What are Iron Ore Fines? ................................................................................................................................ 2 What is Liquefaction? ..................................................................................................................................... 3 Consequences of Liquefaction ...................................................................................................................... 3 SOLAS Requirements ..................................................................................................................................... 3 Liquefaction and the IMSBC Code ................................................................................................................. 4 Shipper’s Cargo Declaration Problems ......................................................................................................... 6 Crew Awareness .............................................................................................................................................. 6 Cargo Liquefying Whilst at Sea ...................................................................................................................... 7 Indian Authorities Reaction ............................................................................................................................ 8 Best Result ....................................................................................................................................................... 8 Exemplar Shippers Declaration ..................................................................................................................... 9


BRIEFING CARGO


Disclaimer


The purpose of this publication is to provide a source of information which is additional to that available to the maritime industry from regulatory, advisory, and consultative organisations. Whilst care is taken to ensure the accuracy of any information made available no warranty of accuracy is given and users of that information are to be responsible for satisfying themselves that the information is relevant and suitable for the purposes to which it is applied. In no circumstances whatsoever shall the Association be liable to any person whatsoever for any loss or damage whensoever or howsoever arising out of or in connection with the supply (including negligent supply) or use of information.


Unless the contrary is indicated, all articles are written with reference to English Law. However it should be noted that the content of this publication does not constitute legal advice and should not be construed as such. Members should contact the Association for specific advice on particular matters.


North of England P&I Association, The Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3DU, UK Tel: +44 191 232 5221 Fax: +44 191 261 0540 Email: loss.prevention@nepia.com Website: www.nepia.com


Copyright © North of England P&I Association 2010 1


Page 1  |  Page 2  |  Page 3  |  Page 4  |  Page 5  |  Page 6  |  Page 7  |  Page 8  |  Page 9