news Invitation to join new Bollard Pull JIP


Tugs, anchor handlers, suppliers but also other offshore vessels are designed to deliver a large pulling force at low speed. This key performance is tested by means of a Bollard Pull where the tow line is connected to a fixed bollard or pile. At maximum developed power the pulling force is then measured by means of a load cell. This value is documented on the Bollard Pull Certificate which plays an important role in the sale and delivery of the tug as well in commercial deployment and contracts.


Although tugs have been around for a long time, a proper standard for conduct, measurement and analysis of a bollard pull is not available. Bollard Pulls are conducted in various ways, measurements of developed shaft power and line load are not always accurate and an analysis


procedure of the measured data is lacking. The above scope will be conducted as Joint Industry Project. So far more than twenty shipping companies, ship yards, suppliers and classification societies have shown serious interest. The kick-off meeting is scheduled for November 25, 2015. New participants are invited to join!


To read the full JIP proposal including objectives and deliverables please visit www.marin.nl/JIPs-public or contact Thijs Hasselaar, t.hasselaar@marin.nl.


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Show September 23-26 Come and meet us again at the Monaco Yacht Show at stand number QS64 to discuss the latest research we carry out for the yachting industry.


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