Publications Catalogue 2008/09 INTERTANKO Tanker Officer Training Standards (TOTS) NEW INTERTANKO Tanker Officer Training Standards (TOTS) is intended to provide the tanker industry with a standard that ensures tanker officer competence through onboard and shore training, evaluating knowledge gained as a result of ‘time in rank’ and ‘time with company’ Available from www.marlins.co.uk Guidance Booklet on Seafarer’s Hours of Work and Rest (ILO 180 MLC 2006) NEW This INTERTANKO booklet aims to evaluate how the safety management system could be used to assist in establishing a compliance guidance document for ILO 180/MLC 2006 $50.00*/$100.00** Guidance Manual for the Inspection and Maintenance of Tanker Structures NEW This joint publication from the Tanker Structure Co-operative Forum (TSCF) and INTERTANKO covers the maintenance of the structural steel, pipelines, deck seatings, rudder, rudder horn and stern frame, together with their coatings or other corrosion protective system Available December 2008 $90.00*/$140.00* NEW Comparison of ShellTime (1984), ShellTime (2003) and ShellLNGTime (2005) This INTERTANKO publication begins with an Executive Summary followed by a detailed analysis of each clause of Shelltime (2003) and ShellLNGTime (2005), highlighting the changes in these forms compared to Shelltime (1984) It provides guidance mainly on legal aspects Available first half 2009 $75.00*/$125.00** Order online: www.intertanko.com/bookshop or by email: bookshop@intertanko.com TOTS – Tanker Officer Training Standards – is intended to provide the tanker industry with a standard that ensures tanker officer competence through onboard and shore training, evaluating knowledge gained as a result of ‘time in rank’ and ‘time with company’ TOTS will help tackle the difficulties encountered by tanker owners regarding the ‘officer matrix’ requirements of different charterers Importantly, TOTS also aims to address current increasing trends in tanker accidents TOTS aims to: ● ● ● ● Ease compliance with officer matrix Enhance tanker officers’ understanding Bridge the experience gap Provide core competency training and verification The TOTS system consists of the following: 1A 1B 1C 1D 2A 2B 4A 4B 4C 4D 4E 4F Command Module, Training Record Book Senior Engineering Officer Training Record Book Junior Deck & Engineering Officers Training Record Book All Officer Module “Time with Company” Training Record Book x CD-Rom CBA x CD-Rom CBA (Exam condition) Chemical Tanker Simulator Training Model Course Chemical Tanker Simulator Verification Model Course Product Tanker Simulator Training Model Course Product Tanker Simulator Verification Model Course Crude Oil Tanker Simulator Training Model Course Crude Oil Tanker Simulator Verification Model Course How to order: The Training Record Books 1A, 1B, 1C are available TO ORDER in hard copy from Marlins at www.marlins.co.uk and from INTERTANKO at www.intertanko.com/bookshop All Officer Module 1D is available TO DOWNLOAD at www.marlins.co.uk and www.intertanko.com/bookshop CD-ROM 2A and 2B are available TO ORDER at www.marlins.co.uk and www.intertanko.com/bookshop The Model Courses 4A, 4B, 4C, 4D, 4E, 4F are available TO DOWNLOAD and TO ORDER in hard copy at www.marlins.co.uk and www.intertanko.com/bookshop A brochure with Frequently Asked Questions is available TO DOWNLOAD at www.marlins.co.uk and www.intertanko.com/bookshop and hard copies are available free on request For more information on ordering, contact info@marlins.co.uk or bookshop@intertanko.com Annual Report and Industry Facts INTERTANKO Annual Report and Review INTERTANKO's Annual Review and Report 2007/8, looks back at the Association's activity during last year as well as at where the tanker industry is heading A vision for the industry a look at the market and what is driving it a review of the major issues for 2007/8 a round-up of the activities of the Committees and Regional Panels which are the Association’s backbone lists of Members and their fleets, and of Associate Members who’s who in the Secretariat INTERTANKO and the tanker industry in a nutshell (Annual Report and Review 2008/9 will be published in April 2009) Complimentary INTERTANKO Tanker Fact Sheet ● ● ● ● Tanker fleet – supply development INTERTANKO membership: fleet, ownership/control, tanker type, flag, class Tanker demand development Tanker accidents and sources of oil pollution Go to INTERTANKO’s website to download a free copy of this publication www.intertanko.com/publications A Century of Tankers – The Tanker Story Describes the growth of the tanker industry set against the background of the oil industry and the political and economic events which have shaped its progress since the first American book in the early 1860s On its long voyage the tanker has generated a series of contrasting images The story of the tanker is complex and fascinating reflecting not only the unpredictable nature of the industry but also the changing perceptions and expectations of the world which the tanker helps to fuel Leather bound edition $80 $65.00*/$65.00** (10-50 copies $62 50 or more copies $60) Extra for express delivery per copy: Scandinavia $40 per copy Europe $55 per copy USA $55 per copy Rest of the World $65 per copy Human Element and Training Guidance Booklet on Seafarer’s Hours of Work and Rest (ILO 180 MLC 2006) NEW This new INTERTANKO booklet aims to evaluate how the safety management system could be used to assist in establishing a compliance guidance document for ILO 180/MLC 2006 and provides guidance on a) how to implement, comply, monitor and audit the hours of work or rest requirements and b) how to provide documentary evidence of compliance INTERTANKO recommends that this booklet is utilised both onboard each vessel and in shore offices to ensure sea staff are fully conversant with the requirements and adequately prepared $50.00*/$100.00** Guiding Principles to Emergency Management and Crisis Communications INTERTANKO believe that it is essential that the industry responds quickly and effectively to an industry incident not only to minimize the risks of human life and damage to the environment, but also to ensure that all necessary steps are taken to protect the industry’s public image These guiding principles have been produced to help the international shipping industry contribute to this objective This publication is addressed to shipping companies although should also be of interest to every stakeholder in the chain of responsibility who is aiming towards continuous improvement Guiding principles such as these can only be recommendatory in nature, and the user may need to adapt them to fit their particular need and circumstances On this understanding, the guiding principles are intended to provide useful advice on why it is important to be prepared and what happens if you are not prepared The publication includes a CD-Rom case study for training purposes Copy of the Guide and CD-ROM case study $90.00*/$125.00** Port Information on the Web Previously members and associate members have subscribed to the web-based Port Information service, or purchased ‘Disbursements for Tankers’ and its sister publication, ‘Reception Facilities for Tankers’, which was printed for the final time in 2002 INTERTANKO has now decided to make this a complimentary web service to all our members and associate members By making use of the free Port Information service our members will have all the information previously found in the publications and more Being an online service it can be accessed at any time, any place, anywhere! Information is regularly updated, is easy to find and can be accessed by multiple users within each company simultaneously Go to www.intertanko.com/portservices if you are already registered or contact: ann.saether@intertanko.com for registration Complimentary*/$500.00 per year** *Members price **Non members price Tanker Design and Construction Tanker Specification Awareness Guide Tanker Specification Awareness Guide CD-Rom INTERTANKO’s Tanker Specification Awareness Guide has been compiled to assist those ordering new ships in making informed decisions about the specification of their newbuildings based on industry experience and response to current issues It is intended to help to improve the technical specification of a tanker at the design, contract negotiation and construction stages In particular, the book is aimed at those who are not overly familiar with the different aspects involved in the various stages of tanker newbuilding Intended as a useful reference for a newbuilding team, the book is not only a compendium of other companies’ experiences but also an overview of those aspects that tanker owners should investigate, develop and monitor during their own newbuilding project Printed copy: $100.00*/$300.00** CD-ROM: $100.00*/$300.00** Package – Printed copy and CD-ROM: $150.00*/$400.00** Tanker Inspection and Maintenance A Guide to the Vetting Process – 7th Edition (October 2007) INTERTANKO handles many enquiries for up-to-date information on the different ship inspection systems carried out by oil companies, port state control authorities, insurers, underwriters and other bodies Such inspections form an essential part of the tanker vetting process To overcome the lack of available information on vetting inspection systems, and to assist tanker crews and onshore personnel, INTERTANKO has published ‘A Guide to the Vetting Process’ The publication provides a concise, yet comprehensive description of the principal tanker vetting systems INTERTANKO recommends that this revised and expanded 7th edition is a MUST onboard each vessel and in shore offices to assist tanker crews and personnel ashore to better understand, and to be better prepared, for vetting inspections $135.00*/$195.00** Guidance Manual for the Inspection and Maintenance of Tanker Structures NEW A joint publication from the Tanker Structure Co-operative Forum (TSCF) and INTERTANKO The Guide covers the maintenance of the structural steel, pipelines, deck seatings, rudder, rudder horn and stern frame, together with their coatings or other corrosion protective system Reference is made to the requirements of the ISM Code, which also requires a methodical approach to the maintenance of essential equipment and machinery The manual gives guidance on this minimum standard (acceptance criteria) and proposes a methodology by which a systematic maintenance programme can be established The practices and procedures described can be applied to both single- and double-hulled tankers and the recommendations to tankers of any size and configuration Available December 2008 $90.00*/$140.00* Chemical Operations The Revisions to MARPOL Annex II (entry into force 1/1/2007) – A Practical Guide This Guide contains 40-plus pages of practical guidance regarding the revisions to MARPOL Annex II, the associated revisions to the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IBC Code) The Guide includes the effect on the carriage of vegetable oils, an update on the USCG Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular (NVIC) to implement MARPOL Annex II, and also a full comparison list of products indicating today’s pollution category and ship type requirements beside the revised ship type and pollution category as of January 2007 Complimentary INTERTANKO Chemical Review 2008 Over the last few years, the number of chemical tankers within INTERTANKO’s membership has been steadily increasing As part of its effort to provide optimal support for its chemical tanker owner members, INTERTANKO has published the Chemical Tanker Review to look at the background and issues relevant to this sector Visit www.intertanko.com to download a free copy *Members price **Non members price Technical and Marine Operations A Guide to Bunkering of Ships for the purposes of Annex VI to MARPOL With the recent entry into force of Annex VI to MARPOL (Air pollution), amendments to normal bunkering routines are needed in order to meet the requirements contained in the Regulations This Guide highlights specific aspects of the Regulations where potential operational amendments may be needed together with supplying recommended practices to satisfy the objectives of the Regulations as they apply to the bunkering of ships out of print – new edition available 2009 Guidelines on Safer Oil Tanker Navigation (SOTNAV) Aims to highlight the importance of voyage planning and execution through safer navigation and better voluntary reporting arrangements $20.00*/$40.00** Bridge Resource Management Manual Diskette Bridge Resource Management Manual By February 1997 a tanker owner/operator had to provide written policy and procedures to Masters and officers in charge of the navigational watch This manual is to be used as a template for members to produce their own version It is available on a diskette so that the company can introduce their own criteria and alter it to fit their company policies with the least amount of effort and with maximum time saving $25.00*/$50.00** Guide to Crude Oil Washing and Cargo Heating Criteria This Guide supplies operational information designed to assist the command of crude oil tankers and the operations department of tanker companies The Guide explains the IMO’s recent amendments to Section of the Crude Oil Washing (COW) Manual and supplies additional background information regarding the interpretation of these amendments The Guide discusses the generalised layout of the COW system and methods used for this procedure on board a tanker and supplies ideas that will assist in the modification of procedures to minimise sludge build-up in tankers In so doing a suggested heating criterion for various types of crude oils for COW and effective discharge is also discussed $60.00*/$120.00** Effective Crude Oil Washing All tanker operators and vessel officer will have at some time in their careers encountered sludging problems during crude oil washing (COW) At the time, the What, Why and How of the problem may not have been immediately clear This booklet will help to resolve these questions It refers to the normal washing procedures used on board tankers, and gives guidance on what sludge is, a method to remove it and how to minimise its effect on vessel operation $30.00*/$60.00** A Guide for correct entries in the Oil Record Book (Part – Machinery space operations) This Guide has been produced to address the increasing problems of ships being detained and fined in the US due to equipment malfunction, and also to aid management of ship oil-water separators in the engine room Out of print – new edition available 2009 Corrosion Onboard Crude Oil Tankers – Cargo Tank Corrosion Awareness Guide This Guide has been prepared following INTERTANKO’s investigation of accelerated pitting corrosion rates found in cargo tank bottom plating onboard a number of recently built double hull crude oil tankers Out of print/photocopy format $50.00*/$100.00** Rescue Tanks video Video: ‘Rescue Tanks’ A system to transfer oil from damaged cargo tanks to intact ballast tanks European Standard (PAL)· American Standard (NTSC) $50.00*/$50.00** *Members price **Non members price Environmental Guide to International Environmental Management Systems (EMS) This Guide is aimed at aiding the incorporation of environmental management with everyday tanker management systems Examining the theories and requirements laid down by ISO14001 on Environmental Management INTERTANKO's Guide provides practical guidance and examples on how to incorporate this standard into other more familiar tanker management systems such as the Quality and the Safety Management Systems $60.00*/$120.00** Model Garbage Management Plan Diskette Model Garbage Management Plan As required on all vessels by Annex V of MARPOL Easily adaptable standard plan on diskette with format for garbage record book and accompanying guidance notes $40.00*/$80.00** Report: $250.00*/$250.00** CD ROM: $250.00*/$250.00** Environmental Awareness Guides A set of Environmental Awareness Guides has been produced by INTERTANKO to assist seafarers in understanding the environmental issues currently facing the tanker sector Go to INTERTANKO’s Book Shop to download a complementary copy of the Guides www.intertanko.com/publications Cargo Loss CRUCOGSA - The Physical Behaviour of Crude Oil Influencing its Carriage by Sea Document and CD-Rom CRUCOGSA – The Physical Behaviour of Crude Oil Influencing its Carriage by Sea This report records a preliminary evaluation and review of analytical data relating to the three forms of crude oil, namely, vapour, liquid and sludge, together with the data reported by the participating vessels relating to parameters affecting the likely behaviour of the specific crude oil/s during their transportation The publication also includes equations and models that can be used during the transportation of crude oils that include an equation that can be used to calculate the vapour pressure that will be obtained from the crude oil in cargo tanks, a cargo temperature model that can be used to find out if the cargo is likely to create problems during discharge or COWing and advices relating to the Cloud Point temperature of crude oils generally Associated with the publication is the CRUCOGSA database that allows searching for specific data relating to the crude oils tested and carried during the period of the project and this can also supply actual information experienced by the vessels during the transportation of the crude oil Report: $250.00*/$250.00** CD ROM: $250.00*/$250.00** Guide to the Control of Multiphase Crude Oil Cargo for Cargo Operations and Handling Oil is a tricky substance On the one hand, it can be so viscous that it is difficult to discharge in its entirety On the other, it can be so volatile that it is difficult not to lose substantial amounts to the atmosphere This guide is designed to help ship staff tackle the peculiarities of oil, resulting in smoother port operations and less loss of oil during transport and handling $60.00*/$120.00** Oil Cargo Losses and Problems with Measurement 2nd Edition The first edition of this booklet was published in 1986 to assist members in dealing with substantial claims relating to cargo -losses that appeared in the paper calculations but which did not necessarily reflect the factual situation INTERTANKO found that there is a need for an increased awareness on the part of owners to enable them to assess the validity of such claims, which are often unnecessary and sometimes totally unjustified We trust this booklet will help owners identify the tools available to them in order to refute claims of this nature Out of print/photocopy format $60.00*/$120.00** *Members price **Non members price Shuttle Tankers Risk Minimisation Guidelines for Shuttle Tanker Operations Worldwide at Offshore Locations These Guidelines have been produced by INTERTANKO principally for the benefit of their members who are involved in worldwide offshore shuttle tanker operations The guidelines are also likely to be of benefit to others, in particular oil companies and regulatory authorities with responsibilities and interests in the offshore shuttle tanker sector The main purpose of these INTERTANKO guidelines is to provide shuttle tankers operators with a reference framework that they can use to assist them in developing and implementing appropriate risk reduction and control measures for offshore cargo loading and associated operations $100.00*/$200.00** Charter Party Clauses and Commentaries Comparison of ShellTime (1984), ShellTime (2003) and ShellLNGTime (2005) NEW This new INTERTANKO publication begins with an Executive Summary followed by a detailed analysis of each clause of Shelltime (2003) and ShellLNGTime (2005), highlighting the changes in these forms compared to Shelltime (1984) It provides guidance mainly on legal aspects These charterparty forms are widely used in the market by owners and charterers both within and outside the Shell Group This discussion of the wording and interpretation of the charterparty clauses will be of invaluable assistance to owners and charterers who are fixing tankers on these forms Available first half 2009 $75.00*/$125.00** Commentary on SHELLVOY On 16 March 2005 Shell launched Shellvoy 6, their updated form of tanker voyage charterparty Their stated intention is to include in the new form all current amendments issued since 1987 and to "clarify standard interpretations and practice." Shell issued the new form together with an explanatory note and their standard template for recaps (both charter in and charter out) and accompanying notes as well as a note to brokers The new charterparty form comprises three parts Parts I and II comprise the main body of the form and Part III contains clauses for specific countries This commentary is not comprehensive as it is confined to the material new amendments not previously circulating in the market and focuses on Parts I and II of the new form This commentary should be read in conjunction with INTERTANKO’s commentary on the SHELLVOY which is published in A Guide to Tanker Charters, which remains on point in relation to many of the clauses in SHELLVOY $75.00*/$125.00** Vetting Clauses – A Practical Guide NEW A consolidated reference guide on vetting clauses This guide comprehensively illustrates the legal, operational and commercial implications of the various clauses, offering sound practical advice Currently no consolidated edition like this guide exists $75.00*/$125.00** Tanker Bills of Lading – A Practical Guide This publication is complementary to the successful INTERTANKO publication ‘A Guide to Tanker Charters’ The new Guide: ● Describes both law and practice regarding tanker bills of lading, including analysis and explanation of terms used in shipping and banking practice ● Seeks to deal clearly and concisely with some of the common misconceptions and problems that can be encountered with these important documents Published by INTERTANKO in September 2004, it is the only specialised explanation of tanker bills of lading and contains practical advice for practical situations $100.00*/$150.00** *Members price **Non members price Guide to Tanker Charters ‘A Guide to Tanker Charters’ is a successor to the well known volume ‘Tanker Voyage Charters’ that INTERTANKO has published in the past INTERTANKO is again indebted to its Documentary Committee for producing this practical guide This edition was published in 2001 and goes well beyond the earlier works as it is the first time that a comprehensive approach has been taken to both time and voyage charterparties for tankers This publication has become a standard source of reference for those that are regularly engaged in fixing tankers or resolving charterparty disputes $200.00*/$250.00** Discount for 2-5 copies $160/$210 For or more copies – please contact publications@intertanko.com For express courier delivery add $30 per copy for Europe and $60 per copy for the rest of the world Tanker Chartering Clauses 1995 This publication deals with specific issues in tanker chartering $30.00*/$60.00** Observations on Shelltime – Second Edition Observations on Shelltime is a comprehensive analysis of arguably the most popular tanker time charter form This commentary was written by the late Mr Stan Bonnick whose knowledge of chartering and this form in particular is well known This clause by clause commentary will be of invaluable assistance to those involved in tanker chartering $30.00*/$60.00** Commentary on BPVOY This publication is a useful and practical tool to those involved in chartering who wish to have a guide to the changes that BP have introduced since BPVOY3 Written by Harvey Williams, Vice-Chairman of INTERTANKO’s Documentary Committee $30.00*/$60.00** Commentary on Mobilvoy 96 An informative commentary which will be of practical use to those involved in tanker chartering $30.00*/$60.00** Commentary on Texacovoy Tanker Voyage C/P This commentary follows the well-established pattern of INTERTANKO's works on charterparty forms The comments include observations on the changes introduced since the form's predecessor as well as highlighting provisions which require special attention from a tanker operators perspective $30.00*/$60.00** Charter Party Clauses An Explanation and Guideline for Pumping Calculations Charter party pumping clauses are a common source of demurrage disputes Delays caused by alleged non-compliance with the warranties contained in these clauses can be a serious headache that both parties to a charter can without An Explanation and Guideline for Pumping Calculations is written to help avoid such situations The book explains how pumping calculations should be done in line with standard pumping clauses and provides clear definitions of the terms used It contains lucid sample calculations along with suggested alternative methods of monitoring the pumping process $60.00*/$120.00** R.O.B and the Charter Party Freight Retention Clause R.O.B and the Charter Party Freight Retention Clause In nearly all crude oil tankers’ charter parties there is a provision for Charterers to deduct from freight due an amount of money equivalent to cargo remaining onboard after completion of a discharge programme This publication deals with the technical aspects of R.O.B claims including the measurement of R.O.B and an explanation of the terms often referred to in such clauses Go to INTERTANKO’s website to download a free copy of this publication www.intertanko.com *Members price **Non members price Charter Party Forms Intankbill 2003 (Tanker Bill of Lading) Intankbill 2003 (Tanker Bill of Lading) Intankwaybill 2003 TANKERVOY 87 Go to INTERTANKO’s website to download a free copy of the above Charter Party forms www.intertanko.com/publication INTERCOA 80 (Tanker Contract of Affreightment) $1.00 INTERCONSEC 76 (Tanker Consecutive Voyage C/P) $1.00 INTERTANKTIME 80 (Tanker Time Charter Party) $1.00 QUESTIONNAIRE 88 $1.00 Orders amounting to less than $20 are supplied free of charge Substantial discount for orders of 100 or above Demurrage Demurrage – A Practical Guide for Tanker Masters This publication provides practical guidance to the master and officers of a tanker on the subject of demurrage and the commercial considerations that must be borne in mind In addition, it is important for the master to be aware of the various charterparty requirements concerning laytime and demurrage It is recommended that a copy is placed on board all tankers Written by John Fawcett-Ellis, formerly of INTERTANKO and Jonathan Hare of Skuld and member of INTERTANKO’s Documentary Committee Out of print/photocopy format $75.00*/$100.00** Tanker Demurrage Claims Procedure Guidelines Aims to prevent disputes arising form the lack of or improper documentation to substantiate demurrage claims Recommended to all claims handlers’ offices Out of print/photocopy format $30.00*/$60.00** Worldscale Worldscale – A Tanker Chartering Tool This publication explains how the Worldscale system works It will be essential reading to anyone new to the chartering departments of the shipping and oil companies, as well as for traders and shipbrokers People who have been in the business for many years will also benefit from the comprehensive treatment of the issues and are certain to find points that they did not know about or comments that will be valuable in their chartering practice $90.00*/$120.00** *Members price **Non members price Advertising Opportunities INTERTANKO has a variety of opportunities for organisations seeking to build brand awareness or to promote a specific product Contact Sally Woulfe to hear more about the highly effective, targeted exposure Call +44 (0)207 977 7022 today The INTERTANKO Calendar The INTERTANKO Annual Review and Report INTERTANKO Special publications INTERTANKO Weekly News