GWS NEWSLETTER
SUMMER 2012 A QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER FROM GREEN WAVE SHIPPING PTE. LTD.
Dear Readers,
SUMMER IN METRO MANILA
Welcome, to our GWS SUMMER 2012 Bulletin. 25th June has been nominated by IMO as the
“DAY OF THE SEAFARER” and we dedicate this issue to all of you, our hard working crew who make it possible for us to run our ships safely.
THE SUMMER HAS BEEN TOUGH FOR PEOPLE LIVING IN METRO MANILA. THE HIGHER TEMPERATURES IN THE CITY ARE BLAMED ON RAPID URBANISATION IN THE METRO AS PER WEATHER SPECIALIST NIEVARES OF PAGASA. HER FINDINGS SHOW THAT THE CONCRETE STRUCTURES AND ASPHALTED ROADS ABSORB HEAT DURING THE DAY AND LEAD TO ABOUT 2 DEGREES HIGHER TEMPERATURES IN THE AFTERNOONS. IN THE PICTURE BELOW WE SEE SOME OF THE METRO RESIDENTS COOLING IN MANILA BAY.
Please circulate the newsletter and discuss the articles there-in during your safety meetings, encouraging all staff to participate by providing us feedback on current issues and suggestions for forthcoming issues.
Gurcharan Sachdeva Managing Director
SOME UNCONFIRMED NOTES ABOUT “TITANIC”
IN THIS ISSUE –
The lookouts Binoculars.
MESSAGE FROM MR SACHDEVA MD GREENWAVE
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Crow’s
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There were 20 lifeboats with capacity 1,178 people for a vessel with full capacity of 3,547. The vessel sailed with 2,201 people onboard of which 1,490 died (including Capt Edward John Smith). No drills were ever conducted during the passage. Capt Edward John Smith commented in 1907 after satisfactory completion of maiden voyage of “Adriatic” to New York – “I cannot imagine any condition which would cause a ship to founder. Modern ship building has gone beyond that”.
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GREENWAVE – MISSION AND VISION STATEMENT
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SHIPSTAFF PROFILE – CAPT BRAZAC AND CAPT IVO
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OUR SHIPSTAFF – PHOTOS
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OUR COMMERCIAL OPERATORS SAFETY MATTERS – INCIDENTS
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SAFETY MATTERS – NEAR MISSES
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SAFETY MATTERS – PSC / VETTING
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SAFETY MATTERS - COMPANY CIRCULARS
A fiction novel “Futility” written by Morgan Robertson in 1898 described a similar vessel “Titan” hitting an iceberg. 14 years later Titanic
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SAFETY MATTERS – CASE STUDIES
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GWS SEMINARS IN MANILA
sank.
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A DAY AT MAAP ACADEMY, BATAAN
Titanic hit the iceberg on Stbd bow. Hitting head on may have reduced losses. Some believe that if the engines were not reversed and steering not put hard-Starboard, the contact could have been totally avoided.
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MY SAY – OUR SEAFARERS AT HOME
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GWS ORGANOGRAM
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OUR NEW COLLEAGUE MISS SONIA SINGH
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Our vision is to be a leader in Quality Ship-management with market reputation for Zero accidents, Zero spills and an Environment friendly approach
Our Mission is to provide expertise in the fields of Ship management and Ship operations to our principal to enable them uphold their market dominance and reputation by focussing on -.
MR G SACHDEVA, MANAGING DIRECTOR GREEN WAVE SHIPPING PTE LTD. S’PORE
Safety - Our priority is to ensure all shipboard operations are carried out in a safe and efficient manner. Our target is Zero Spills, Zero Accidents and Zero Environmental damage.
Safety has always been our prime concern. We are pleased to note that initiatives taken by GWS towards Safety onboard are showing positive results. During the second quarter, there were no injuries involving any of our vessels or staff onboard. The ship-staff continued to pour in NearMisses and we received an average of 6.7 near misses per vessel per month.
Service – We maintain a team of dedicated staff and will constantly upgrade their technical capabilities to ensure excellent service to our principal.
The Second quarter also saw our increased push towards Behaviour Based Safety. The response from our staff is encouraging. This topic was discussed in detail during our recent Seminar held in Manila during the quarter and attended by 69 Officers and Crew, working on our vessels
Satisfaction – By open and honest communication with all Industry stakeholders we aim to preserve our principal’s reputation and his assets
Our retention rate continues to be above Industry average at over 95% for Officers and 97% for Crew. Most of our Senior Officers have been with us for over six years. We understand and acknowledge the immense contribution made by our staff every day, in keeping our ships safe and we thank you all for keeping up the good work. “SAFETY IS AS EASY AS A-B-C, ALWAYS BE CAREFUL.
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SHIP STAFF PROFILE – OUR MASTERS
CAPT. MARIJAN BRAJAC Man of Many words, Capt Brajac completed 50 Years at sea on 03/07/2012. Born in Dec 1946, he graduated from the Maritime School, Dubrovnik in 1965 followed by Maritime college, Kotor – Montenegro in 1971. He took his Deck Officer’s license in 1967, Masters License in 1972 and took his first command onboard MARKO POLO in 1980. Capt. Brajac embarked on his sea career at 15 yrs of age onboard a 38 yr old Freighter-BEOGRAD after completing first year of studies. He recollects his 2 years of cadetship that took him through paint rollers, cleaning toilets, doing Charter party translations to earn shore leave and surviving on one bucket of water per day. Married and settled in Montenegro since 1969, he has 2 daughters and 2 grandsons with a third one on the way. Apart from Sea career, he takes special interest in the construction of wooden models of ships and has an ecological orientation that is –“absolutely Green “and loves animals On self evaluation, he portrays himself as the blunt and outspoken type who is absolutely intolerant to hypocrisies and believes that everything in life has a price. Although, driven with a keen fascination for Asian Culture and tradition, he wonders at times whether all these years at sea were worth it, however he reconfirms without doubt, that he loves to be a Seaman. The love for sea has only increased his value on family responsibility. He recollects, holding back tears, how after a long contract in 1972, he reached home and his 1yr old daughter asked the mother- Who is this man? He is elated and takes prides when every man on each of the vessels he has commanded, has reached home safely and fully paid. He stresses that the younger generation of seamen must not be driven by interest for money but feel of pride and dignity for the job. 3
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SHIP STAFF PROFILE – OUR MASTERS
CAPT. JONCIC IVO Capt. Joncic comes across as the ‘distinctive young man’, brimming with inquisitive eyes and with a tone that means business. Born in SPLIT, Croatia, being raised in close proximity to the seas, flavoured his natural aptitude towards sailing. Finishing High School at 18, he brushed off the initial idea to become a doctor and opted for 5 yrs course in Nautical Science in college before starting off for a year of cadetship at 24. His first ship, St. Petri, under Singapore Flag trading worldwide was a Product Tanker and at 30, he took command onboard NCC ASIR, a Bahamas Flag Vessel. With shore experience at Columbia Ship Management as Marine superintendent for 11 vessels, he had a broadened view over the technicalities and requirements that assisted him with his pre- vetting preparations Capt. Joncic reflects that Knowledge is to be shared, used and implemented as part of the job and urges fresh seamen to do their best and to believe that the rest will be taken care of. He firmly believes in systematic cadet Training that would bring home the fact that power starts from bottom to top instilling respect for every rank. Married in 2003 to Ms. Antonela, he has a daughter- Nina, 8yrs old and a sonMarin, who is 4. He loves to share equal amount of time at sea and at home while continuing his studies on Marine Logistics.
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SHIP STAFF PROFILE – OUR TEAMS ONBOARD
JUSTINE
KELSEY
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SHIP STAFF PROFILE – OUR TEAMS ONBOARD
ORALIA
PHOEBE
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STAFF PROFILE – OUR TEAMS ONBOARD
IRENE
VALENTINE
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STAFF PROFILE – OUR TEAMS ONBOARD
WHITNEY
YELENA
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STAFF PROFILE – OUR TEAMS ONBOARD
ZOEY
OUR COMMERCIAL TEAM AT KKA SINGAPORE Behind Row L-R: Ong Kah Yong, Yoshihiro Okamura, Shinya Kakutani, Louis Chiu Lai Kiu. Front Row L-R: Gerk Beng kai, Kyoko Takahashi, Yoshido Fumihiko, Annabel Ngeh Jun.
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SAFETY MATTERS Accidents / Incidents / Near Misses ACCIDENTS
There were ZERO accidents reported this quarter.
INCIDENTS
A total of SEVEN incidents were reported during the quarter. 1) During rough weather, the main engine was racing when it tripped and was restarted immediately. After restarting, it was discovered that the fuel pump rack of No 3 unit was stuck in zero position. Engine continued on 5 units till alongside port where the fuel pump was overhauled. 2) During routine cleaning of Central cooler strainer, the oiler removed the strainer to shift to workshop for cleaning, but hit his head on an extended bolt while getting up. As he was wearing his helmet properly, he received a light cut and was given first aid onboard. 3) Vessel faced blackout due to the tripping of Aux Engine QC valve. The reserve generator had not been kept in standby position. The QC valve was found with worn spigot during overhaul. 4) During bunkering in Ulsan, due to swell, the bunker barge made contact with railing, thereby damaging one meter rail on the port side. 5) During welding (with hot work permission) onboard, a piece of rag located nearby started smoldering from welding sparks. 6) During STS Operation at Manila Anchorage, the barge Phil Mindanao made contact with ship’s railing damaging a small section of rails. Barge was cast off and operations continued next day when the weather subsided. 7) Improper lifting of spare cargo hose from storage place caused the holding round bar to be deformed. Lifting was stopped by crew immediately.
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SUMMARY OF NEAR MISS REPORTS DURING 2Q/2012: We are pleased to note that the response from all ships during the 2nd Quarter of 2012 continued to be good. Our average for the three months ending in June 2012 has moved up to 6.7 NMPVPM (near miss per vessel per month) from 6.5 during the first quarter.
The most near misses during the quarter were again in the PPE category and there was one case of unauthorised entry in enclosed space (ballast pump room). We have initiated the BBS program to identify AT-RISK behaviours and we hope that more care will be taken by all towards each others’ safety onboard. Near Misses for Appearance
Electrical locker in accommodation space used for storage and without insulating mat.
Near Misses for Cargo Operations
Incorrect connection of the elbow to common line during tank cleaning. Inadequate securing of tank cleaning hose etc in anticipation of adverse weather. Near Misses for Documentation / Certification / Surveys
Daily fire round did not include visit to steering gear room. Documentation to revise. Near Misses in Communications category
Poor communication with stations aft and forward due to discharged walkie talkies. 24 page message attachment from Office of which the first page only was important. Miscommunication led to crew using toilets when work underway on sewage drains lines. During unberthing at Maptaphut, the pilot ordered single-up mooring lines forward and aft, however, aft station let go all the spring lines. During mooring operation AB was heaving stern lines without realizing shore mooring boat was passing near lines. Near Misses – General
Cabins left unlocked in Thai / Indonesian ports. Inadequate Security control at access points. Toilet fittings / washbasins flushing continuously due debris in lines / valves not closed X 3. WHEN PASSING IN PIRATE AREA OR IN PORT ACCESS DOORS KEPT OPEN. X 4. 3/ENG transferred fuel oil from fwd to tank aft tank without permission. Newly supplied spares left on deck exposed to weather or unsecured prior departure port. Garbage improperly segregated, mixed up or not kept covered X 2. 11
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Fore-paint store found empty cartons stored inside. Spoiled food left in off's mess room fridge. Wrong fresh water tank connected when receiving fresh water from shore.
Near Misses – Machinery
Accommodation air condition plant suction air duct from atmosphere found totally closed. The opening permit is 30% from the atmosphere to avoid vacuum. F.O. settling and F.O. service tank were kept at high temperature. Pin hole discovered on water ballast pump no.1 line near on strainer. Seizure of main engine unit no 3 fuel pump due to rough weather. Weather tight door dogs damaged due wrong adjustment. During inspection 2 Cool. SW PUMP suction pipe leaking, immediately attended...
Main engine cylinder oil daily tank found with inhibited glass gauge stop valve RD
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PLACE WINNER – NEAR MISS KE-1227
AFTER FINISH MAINTENACE OF MAIN AIR COMPRESSOR, ALL CHECKS WERE MADE AND CRANKCASE OIL WAS ABOUT TO BE FILLED WITH NEW OIL, WHEN IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE OIL THE PLASTIC OILER WAS NOT SAME COLOR AS THE OIL NEEDED FURTHER INVESTIGATION REVEALED THAT THE OIL INSIDE THE CONTAINER HAD BEEN MIXED WITH ANOTHER GRADE OF OIL DURING SHIP'S STAY AT DOCK.
OILER LEO VILLA
Switching on Bow Thruster without switching off other non-essential services which may cause overload if other non isolated services are suddenly switched on. During lowering rescue boat, boat davit found out of order due damaged brake. Engineer on watch saw water spraying on machinery from leaky pipeline which isolated and repaired. One of four foundation bolts for Starting Air compressor # 1 found loosened. One crew lashed the chemical cargo hose incorrectly together with the round bar which caused it to deform when it was lifted by the cargo crane. During cleaning exh. Gas economizer noted water draining from inside economizer, found the cause to be water came from strong rain and wind last night.
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PLACE WINNER – NEAR MISS KE-1234
OILER GYVER BENERIO PRIOR STARTING G/ENG. ENGINE TURNED AND FOUND MOVING FREELY, THEN DURING AIR BLOW IT WAS NOTICED NOTICED THAT D.O. SPRAYED ROM ONE OF THE INDICATOR COCKS. OILER INFORMED ENGINEERS, WHO CHECKED AND RENEWED ALL THE INJECTOR VALVES.
Near Misses – Mooring Category
Newly supplied 1 coil of mooring rope did not properly secured on deck, Inadequate attention to mooring ropes when alongside berths in channels where passing ships could cause swell x 2. Captain noticed that the anchor chain lashing were slack, the cause is the turnbuckle already in the end tight and no more space for tightening. X 2. During monthly inspection of mooring ropes found damaged mooring line on winch No9. During heaving up anchor observed rope wrapped around anchor chain, which removed. During bad weather, starboard anchor guillotine bar seen moving. Vessel turned to make lee and close up inspection revealed pin securing guillotine bar was adrift. During berthing at Hannan, when the tug's line was casted off from the bitts, it was pulled by tug's winch so quickly which made the rope almost hit the crew standing nearby. Near Misses – Navigation
While transiting Chiba Traffic separation zone, Master advice helmsman Starboard ten The Master notice that the heading movement were going to opposite direction (Port side direction) and Master finds that the rudder was in Port ten instead of Starboard ten. The forward whistle found malfunctioning during daily test by OOW. Vessel about to pick up pilot at Zhuhai, china at buoy no. 9, but found that ecdis is not updated, most of the buoys are not present on ecdis. Inadequate notice to Engine Room prior arrival port to prepare for maneuvering, Delays in supplying weekly Notices to Mariners etc. Near Misses – Pollution
Bolts on cargo hose jumper were not fully tightened before start of cargo loading. This was noted during rechecking by the chief officer during drill lowering free fall boat, in hoisting phase noted oil leak on HP hydraulic hose. 13
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After disconnecting cargo hose for cargo SN500, small amount of cargo drops on drain pan on manifold and its steps starboard side. Near Misses – Safety
During accommodation inspection eye wash in emergency generator was found expired. Some engine crew open the driving belt cover of the lathe machine forget to close it back.
The fire door on accommodation closes very quickly and could cause injury. As per SOLAS regulation it should close between 10 to 40 sec's when vessel was in upright position,
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2AE Medina Nelson 3RD PLACE WINNERS OF NEAR MISS ZO-1240
CE- Cadayona Nelson
WINNER – ZO-1240 During Bunkering it was noted that 1AE was engaged in conversation with attending Superintendent which could detract him from Bunkering operation. Superintendent Order to 1AE to close 1S valve without asking permission from C/E. So C/E told to 2AE that if we are in critical operation like bunkering don’t entertain anybody even Superintendent so we can concentrate what we are doing
Alongside at Hannan Japan HTT terminal, while deck crew busy with moorings, terminal personnel had put their gangway without safety net and boarded the ship. During maintenance on catwalk, grating was taken off but area not cordoned off. While underway to Onsan First Engr. Order oiler B to clean, de-rusted, and paint bunker bottom save-all during rough sea and strong wind condition. During welding in engine room work shop since the vicinity was hot. He was working in wet coverall and experienced a light electric shock. 14
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Multi gas detector works normal when turned on but after a few seconds a blinking indicates batteries poor. Unit to be kept ready for extended use at all times. Not wearing proper ppe such as helmet, safety goggles or overall properly during tasks onboard x 21. Cigarettes ashtray used at crew mess room found by OOW with no water content inside. While the vessel underway to Panjang Indonesia, first engineer order to duty oiler to clean and repaint tank top bilge aft side, whilst Main Engine is running x 2. Improper securing of ships gangway, missing safety net or visitors start using before access is ready. Improper lifting of heavy parts in engine room during maintenance
1ST PLACE WINNER – NEAR MISS - IR-1228
1/ENGR MALBAS Before arrival Sandakan 1/E saw one AB working alone on Aft. With mooring winch running in lock position while pulling the ropes to file up, 1/E immediately stop the winch and told AB to call some deck crew for help to operate the winch while filing up the ropes.
During safety officer routine found one self igniting light of life ring on boat deck not working properly, Batteries replaced. At night one engineer found out that cooking plate at galley was "on" and the thermostat set to no. 1. Before, departure from Jakarta one of the engineer found that steering room was still locked due stowaway threat in last port. Steering room contains emergency generator and emergency fire pump and access should not be blocked unless absolutely necessary. Approaching Jakarta, pilot ladder was 1 meter above, when pilot requested to heave ladder to 2 meter above water, deck crew pull up the ladder but while crew still securing the ladder, pilot tried to embark but was stopped by safety officer and asked pilot to wait. Spark from arc welder used by Pumpman ignited nearby rag which hasn`t been removed before welding activity taken. Engine room door found to be opened during cargo operation. During fire drill AB connected fire hose to fire hydrant not aware that when pump suddenly starts, the end coupling could swing and lash him. During quarterly fire hoses pressure test 10 pieces found in poor condition. During routine maintenance operation 4/E used Brass hammer which cracked and broken pieces flew nearly hitting his face. All brass hammers replaced with copper mallets. 15
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3RD PLACE WINNER – NEAR MISS - OR-1241
AB TUYOR AT BINTULU PORT, WHEN CARGO SURVEYOR DISEMBARKED, DUTY CREW FOUND OUT WALKING ON THE JETTY WITH OUT LIFEJACKET. DUTY A.B. CALLED HIM BACK TO WEAR LIFEJACKET AS PER BINTULU PORT REGULATION.
. Underway to Bintulu, Chief Engineer noticed, work on pump overhaul is about to start .No preparations is carried out. Safety meeting, safety checklist, risk assessment and others. At this point Chief engineer order to crew to carry out safety meeting, made safety checklist and risk assessment before start the work X 2 Plastic bucket with gas oil for cleaning incinerator filter left near exhaust manifold. Personal multigas detector GX2009 found unable to perform span gas calibration During weekly inspection of crew accommodation spaces observed spilled shampoo in the common shower room. This could cause slippery and injury to crew. Unauthorized / multiple connections found in the cabin during weekly inspection. Pumpman (identity withheld) entered Pump room without notification to Ch. Off or anybody on board. Entering conducted without checklist for checking atmosphere and without use of portable gas detector and walkie talkie for communication. THE PHOTO, HAS BEEN TOUCHED-UP TO HIDE IDENTITY AND LEFT UPSIDE DOWN ON PURPOSE, TO DEMONSTRATE HOW MUCH WE DISLKIE AT-RISK BEHAVIOURS WHERE IRRESPONSIBLE ATTITUDES PUT OUR SHIPS AND SEAFARERS AT RISK.
BE SAFE – YOU OWE IT TO YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY.
During drill two life jackets were undersized and not fit for Chief Engineer. C/O checked the pilot ladder found out that the ladder is out of order not capable in service the step was not equally horizontal. Bosun immediately rectifies the pilot ladder.
Near Misses – Structure
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A QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER FROM GREEN WAVE SHIPPING PTE. LTD.
NEAR MISSES AND INCIDENTS BY VESSEL DURING 2Q / 2012
IRENE (FM)
WHITNEY (FM)
JUSTINE (FM)
YELENA (SS)
ORALIA (SS)
KELSEY (SS)
ZOEY (MZ)
VALENTINE (MZ)
PHOEBE (MZ)
CATEGORY OF NEAR MISSES BY VESSEL DURING 2Q / 2012
NUMBER OF NEAR MISSES PER VESSEL PER MONTH FOR JAN-JUN 2012
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PSC / VETTINGS INSPECTIONS DURING 2Q 2012 There were 4 PSC Inspections during the quarter. 3 Inspection were with NIL deficiencies (Kelsey, Valentine and Zoey) and I (Whitney) with 6 Observations which consisted of Emergency Fire Pump Inoperative / EGC not configured to receive coastal weather warnings / One shackle for 4 point lifting strop defective / Stbd life raft not stowed for float free operation – bowsing line shackled to vessel / rescue boat fuel insufficient. During the quarter we also had 5 Vetting Inspections resulting in an average of 7 observations. The best performance was Oralia with 3 Observations and worst was Kelsey with 13 Observations. These were No checklist used for internal bunker transfer / PMS (Admax) did not have spare parts inventory / Framo system pressure maintained too high / Tank entry permits did not include tests for Toxic gases / Shore and off-shore pressure gauges (some) on manifold closed during cargo ops / Atmosphere in accommodation in negative side / Vessel position not plotted on largest scale chart for Johor / Echo sounder not switched on in Singapore straits / Course line plotted within 1 mile of shallow water transiting Spore / Permanent ink used on charts for highlighting shallow waters / hot work done on forecastle deck / Non conformity issued Oct 2011 was open in April 2012 / Incinerator start – stop times not recorded / weekly entry for tank inventory not as per latest MEPC circular / BWMP not approved by Class / Last NTM onboard was 29th March during inspection in May 2012 / cargo events not logged in cargo record book / Company procedures not clear about taking and retaining ships tank samples / Accommodation ladder name plate missing / Pipeline plan for ballast pump room not posted / Engine room lifting appliances due for annual checks / Bunker line pressure testing by air not hydraulically done / 1 emergency light in strg gear inoperative / No 5 Stbd Framo pump purging line in cofferdam blocked / Galley exhaust mesh had fat deposits / Old edition of ALRS Vol 5 NP 285 onboard / ECDIS type approval cert not onbd / External annual inspection not done for safety equipment as per IBC code / Vessel not certified for trading SECA area / MLC certificate not onboard / Company rest hour procedure did not comply with revised STCW requirements / Vessel used old local chart for which corrections not onboard / loadicator not capable of damage stability assessment / Explosion proof lighting shades with cracks / sample locker segregation too big / Speed log erratic readings / Certificates and SWL marking not found for equipment for lifting incapacitated person from pump room / No fire plan at gangway / No proof of emergency light at forward life raft being intrinsically safe. AREAS OF CONCERN BASED ON OIL MAJOR AND CDI INSPECTIONS
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COMPANY CIRCULARS AND BULLETINS COMPANY Circular No 01-05/2012
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Subject List of Circulars in Force, Hot work procedures, Contractor familiarisation, Opening in cargo tanks during cargo operations, Navigation Audit, Wall Wash test procedure. Bunker line pressure test procedure Precautions for welding and burning equipment VOYAGE DATA RECORDERS USE OF LIFTING APPLIANCES GUIDANCE ON SYNTHETIC FIBRE ROPES Guidance on passage from Australia to far East Guidance on Passage from Australia to Singapore / Malaysia through Archipelagoes(ASL) and domestic ports Petronas Observation Guidance on Passage from Australia to Singapore/Malaysia through Archipelagoes(ASL) and domestic ports Navigation Audit procedure - revised Tank cleaning plan and checklist Cargo Plan module Revised Forms NOCP List - June 30, 2012 Subject Maritime Security Info / Piracy Update, Monitoring of Cargo tank pressure, Use of ECDIS in Australia region, PSC Detention items, Navigation change in Kanmom Channel. Sharing of industry report- Fatality of Life boat One of our vessels : Accommodation ladder damage due to surging at berth Picking up survivors at sea- Possible security and safety threat Subject Ship protection measures – High Risk Areas, Segumar Korea and Spore, CSR Application forms 1-3, CLC Cert.
Status (in force/ Cancelled) in-force
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International Ship Security Certificate (ISSC) and Continuous Synopsis Record (CSR) through Segumar Offices Authorization for Private Maritime Security Companies (PMSC) Customer Satisfaction Survey in the SEGUMAR Webpage Authorized Private Maritime Security Companies (PMSC) transiting High Risk Areas Protective Coatings of Dedicated Seawater Ballast Tanks in all Types of Ships and Double- side Skin Spaces of Bulk Carriers (PSPC). Implementation of the Panama Electronic Equipment for Marine Surveys - Pele Marine System Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006).
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SAFETY MATTERS - CASE STUDIES During the 2nd Quarter 2012, we continued involving our ship staff with various incidents in our shipping industry. We initiated a total of FIVE case studies involving A CONTACT, A GROUNDING, A BLACKOUT INCIDENT, A MACHINERY DAMAGE and A FATAL TANK ENTRY. Our staff came up with some very good feedback based on the scenarios presented to them.
Case Study no. 1 - 2Q/2012 Winner “PHOEBE” Contact with another vessel when shifting anchoring position
TEAM ONBOARD PHOEBE JUMP WITH JOY AT WINNING CASE STUDY 2Q/01 The Case: The incident involved one of our vessels shifting position at anchorage (to move away from another vessel at close quarters) in Surabaya in November 2007. Due to strong North-westerly currents, while engine was on Dead Slow Ahead, the vessel contacted another vessel at anchor resulting in minor damage to both vessels. No injury or pollution was reported due to this incident. Various factors relevant to the incident were 1) 2) 3) 4) 5)
Weather was fine with visibility about 10 miles; North westerly current was about 2 Kts. There were about 20 – 25 vessels anchored in close vicinity. Master was on his second assignment on same vessel and half way into his contract. The planned manoeuvring did not consider effect of strong current on the side. The paid up length of anchor chain of other vessel was not taken into account.
6) No external drug and alcohol test was done after incident due unavailability in port. 7) Due congestion vessel proceeded on dead slow with strong current affecting resultant.
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WE HAVE LISTED BELOW THE COMMENTS RECEIVED FROM VARIOUS VESSELS, AND WHILE MANY APPEAR DUPLICATED, THESE RESONATE THE COMMON THINKING ACROSS THE BOARD. WE HAVE HIGHLIGHTED IN RED SOME OF THE BETTER COMMENTS. 1) Before shifting / manoeuvring movement, report to port control or pilot station 2) Monitor weather condition ( wind force and current direction ) 3) When vessel is about to anchor on a congested anchorage, the Master should plan for the worst case 4) scenario that could possibly arise where great hazards are present, 5) Consulting the Anchoring systems and Procedures will give a great knowledge. 6) 5) VHF, whistle or signalling lamp, should be considered to alert other vessel of the danger. 7) the engines and steering gear should be ready, for the present, and expected conditions, monitoring 8) Existing and forecasted meteorological conditions (includes current effect). 7) It is better to drop anchor when vessel is against current than to follow. 10) Have forward and aft station standby due to close distance situation and in case you can ask your aft side crew to monitor the distance and the propeller condition 11) For this situation, never rely on RADAR, ARPA, and GPS as it was give you late calculation and it still better to rely on your own judgement as a prudent and well experience Seaman. 12) Close distance situation during anchoring were could not be avoided but upon pilot dropping the anchor, you as Master have a right to protect your ship and ask the pilot to bring on more wide area which may be comfortable to you, your ship and your crew. 13) Turning circle must be pre-calculated before dropping the anchor (Oralia size the turning circle should be approx 1.3 cables and depends on how many shackles will be lower down in the water). 14) Passing in between of two vessels both anchored with a wide distance of 2.5 miles in clear weather were not possible with ORALIA size considering the effect of NW'ly current of abt 2knots. 15) When 1st dropped anchor with a lot of vessel around with close proximity, Bridge team should assess the situation of the likelihood of what can happen, see things before it happen. Maybe if choose to manoeuvre without heaving anchor, the impact of the vessel 'SEJAHTERA LESTARI' drifting towards Oralia will create very minimal damage. 16) The ship tried to solve the problem by heaving anchor to change anchor position but at the same time created a more potential problem.... which is drifting to another vessel. Need better assessment and contingency plan. Bridge team must have a good constant communication..... Every person behaves or decides differently for different situations. Be ready for every eventuality. 17) Maybe Captain's plan did not involve duty officers that can input some precautions on spot risk assessment. Bridge Team member must help each other by exchanging information to break the error. 18) Company anchoring procedures checklist to be adhered. 19) If in doubt or not comfortable with your action, call office GWS/Port control or pilot for an opinion and advices to your intention, best thing to do to avoid any risk. Seek an advice to Port control/local authorities for any information and guidance in the anchorage area as well as to the other vessel close to you. 20) Risk assessment is a must especially in when congested anchorage and strong current. THE MESSAGE IS CLEAR – OVERRELIANCE ON BRIDGE EQUIPMENT SHOULD NOT OVERRULE YOUR SEAMAN INSTINCTS. INVOLVING THE BRIDGE TEAMS WILL OFTEN GIVE INSIGHTS TO RISK ASSESSMENT AND MITIGATION DO NOT BE AFRAID TO INVOLVE LOCAL EXPERTS, COMPANY STAFF WHEN IN DOUBT. OVER-CONFIDENCE AND COMPLACENCY ARE NEGATIVE TRAITS WHICH SHOULD BE AVOIDED DO NOT IGNORE EVERYDAY RISKS. EVERY SITUATION IS UNIQUE. PEOPLE / MACHINES DO NOT ALWAYS WORK LIKE CLOCKWORK. BE PREPARED FOR ANY EVENTUALITY.
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Case Study no. 2 - 2Q/2012 Winner “ZOEY” Fatality involving a pumpman who entered an Inerted cargo tank on Chemical Tanker (As investigated by AIBN and reported in Tradewind Newspaper) The second case involves a Chemical Tanker where the Silent Killer was Nitrogen and the Hero was the pumpman (alas no more!) Who entered the tank without proper authorizations, safety equipment. His death was assisted by the AB on standby at the tank dome entrance who preferred to keep quiet or thought was helpless in stopping the pumpman enter an Oxygen deprived tank.
“Crewmembers should treat all shipboard operations professionally, because compromising safety is NOT acceptable. Everybody who sees non-conformities should stand and deny executing task that could jeopardize the safety of the crew, ship, as well as the environment. We believe that substandard crewmembers are not allowed in this industry”. THE ABOVE WISDOM COMES FROM ZOEY - THE SMILING WINNERS OF CASE STUDY 2Q/2012. SIMILAR COMMENTS FROM OTHER VESSELS WERE “UPON RECIEVING/DOING JOB THINK SAFETY AND MAKE SURE YOU ARE PHYSICALLY AND MENTALLY CAPABLE TO DO THE DUTIES. APPLY ALL AVAILABLE MEANS TO AVOID ANY ACCIDENT HAPPEN. IF IN DOUBT, ASK ..., DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK, MAKE CLARIFICATION, TAKE ADVANTAGE TO ASK FOR THE BENEFITS OF THE DOUBT, SEEK FURTHER ASSISTANCE OR CONSULT SENIOR OFFICIALS. DO NOT ASSUME. IT'S BETTER TO ASK AND CLARIFY SOMETHING YOU ARE NOT SURE OF THAN TO ASSUME OF EVERYTHING YOU ARE NOT CLARIFIED OF. YOU COULD HAVE PREVENTED THINGS TO HAPPEN, SHOULD YOU HAVE ASKED... IT'S LIFE YOU COULD HAVE SAVED.... SHOULD YOU HAVE ASKED, AND MAYBE, YOU COULD HAVE SAVED A FRIEND'S LIFE.. IF YOU DID ASK”.
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Case Study no. 3 - 2Q/2012 Winner “IRENE� Black out during sea passage due to mal-operation of QC valve on Diesel generator
From Irene the winners 1. Possible cause of emergency shut off might be the drain valve is closed then the air supply valve slack open and which of the three valves moving slowly in open direction as it was cause by vibration then there was a sufficient amount of air introduce to the valve and shut off at once or some of the crew mistakenly touch the valve without his knowledge. 2. To avoid recurrence, we would suggest of relocating the present position to the safest and specified places to avoid repeatedly happen that might be some of the crew accidentally touching/turning the valves. 3. Long term safeguards, suggestion and lesson learn. We suggest for the fabrication of a box made of glass and those operating valve inside then label (Break in case of fire), the engine crew to give instruction by the in-charge engineer and they must understand fully the function of emergency shut-off valve. Additional label need (Don't touch without permission from Chief engineer).
Similar suggestions from other vessels were In my opinion, the air supply valve could have slowly opened because of vibration of the vessel leading to this black out. Slight leak of air past the stop valve could have pressurised the line and close QC valve. Conduct training and educate engine crew what is the primary function of emergency shut off valve. It seems that somebody of the engine staff accidentally open air supply to D/G fuel oil shut-off or during routine test of emergency shut-off valve, wrong valve had been open causing a black-out happen. My suggestion is to make warning sign to D/G fuel oil shut-off valve so that no accidental mistake to happen. Try to test every three months and black-out testing if stand-by main generator will start automatically. Always maintain main generators air auto starting valve in good condition.
BE PREPARED ALWAYS. EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED.
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Case Study no. 4 - 2Q/2012 Winner “WHITNEY” Hardened crankpins on Diesel Generator discovered during routine overhaul
The Engineers on Whitney listed / explained all possible causes which can lead to crankpin ovality. The feedback from this vessel showed freshness of ideas, active participation by the team onboard, in-depth study and knowledge sharing. My intention is given only to one part: “ABRASION” especially with trunk type piston engines (impurities in the Aux. engine lube oil through piston rings / fuel pumps given by bad quality of Heavy Fuel Oil) on vital very important running parts like Crank shaft (crank pin): And ONE MORE feedback coming from our very experienced Ch Engr Mlacovic worthy of mention is – “Running D/G’s on FO could stay as main reason of crankshaft crankpin ovality. Namely run-up (start) and shut-down (stop) Engine have to take extended time, which means Engine to be run on MGO during idling period at least half an hour to truly wash (remove) HFO from all running gears, i.e. FO pump plunger/barrel, fuel piping system, cylinder liner/piston etc. Restarting D/G with HFO remaining in the system causing extensive load to all running gears, particularly to crankpin. However it is matter of material quality crankshaft has been built. German and Czech Republic made crankshaft resisting better than some other maker. This is not the case I’m presently sailing on. Our Diesel Generators running on MGO. I experienced crankpin ovality trouble about 25 to 30 years ago, when Owner decided to shift D/G’s from MGO to cheaper HFO. Cost of repairs, exceeded, the savings due to heavy fuel, by many times”. Response from Irene is also worth a mention – Crankpin journals excessive wear caused maybe by using different system oil without the recommendation of the manufacturer of the maker. Especially when using heavy oil, use of suitable system oil must follow.
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Case Study no. 05 - 2Q/2012 Winner “ORALIA” Grounding of vessel while waiting for Pilot at Merak
The case involves one of our vessels which ran aground while waiting for Pilot at Merak. Based on initial investigation, it appears that the vessel passed the pilot picking point and entered the channel instead of waiting to meet the Pilot at PBG (Pilot boarding ground). Sending the watch officer to receive the Pilot could have been avoided so the position could be monitored closely. There was no bottom damage or Pollution due to vessel sitting on the sandy bottom. The vessel was afloat and entered port on own power at the next high tide We asked all our ships what could have been done better and the responses were as below. 1) They shouldn't go so close to shallow water. 2) In the report is written that fishing vessels observed near pilot boarding position. In the attached scanned copy of navigational charts we can observe only position of two anchored vessel. If the Pilot boarding position was congested with fishing vessels then they could advice Pilot station about situation at PBG and wait for Pilot 0.5 nm before boarding position and refuse to proceed to berth until situation is cleared. 3) Officer engaged in escorting pilot shouldn't be part of bridge team. 4) Incident, accident don’t just happen, they are caused due various failures. The attention of the bridge team was focused on deck to Pilot boarding without noticing that the vessel was drifting to shallow water. 5) When Pilot came on board maybe bridge team relaxed. 6) There are 4 causes of incident... 1 Human error 2 Mechanical failure 3 Technical failure 4 Weather. Causes of human error... negligence, lack of knowledge, pretending that he knew, over confidence. Maybe the CDG or communication barriers between ratings and senior officer so big that makes the juniors not comfortable to speak to seniors, what is on their mind in spite of the training as part of a team? 7) Master relied too much on Pilot's info, instead insisting on safety standards refusing consequently entering inside.
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8) Reasonably presuming Master is not first time in Merak he had to be aware of all prevailing conditions in zone of Merak: risk of grounding on Gosong Serdang, known risk of presence of fishing boats who are simply disregarding presence of approaching vessels, as standing rule overcrowded inner anchorage. Going inside without plausible explanation and altering course to port grounding is single logical consequence. 9) Further to BTM guess it is high time to promulgate action to have Ch. Off on bridge during approach to Pilot. Self as safety precaution have always two Officers: OOW + Ch. Off., Every grounding on Gosong Serdang never resulted with serious damage to the Ship the sea bed being the sand. What counts is loss of reputation. 10) Master should know before approaching that the shallow water patch is marked in the chart. No Go area is to be avoided and to monitor always the echo sounder under keel clearance and set to alarm limit so that you know in advance that you are in the danger zone 11) Tug boat with the Pilot alongside to the starboard perpendicular to the side and was pushing up to keep the tugboat bow in contact to facilitate a safe pilot boarding vessel course was 045deg plus the northerly current, that's what happened the northerly current and tug boat pushing to port and once pilot got to the bridge ordered hard to starboard it was too late vessel touch bottom, Master did not anticipate the situation that was going nearer towards the shallow water. 12) Passage plan was not followed as well as company policy of minimum UKC of 10% of max. ship's draft in Harbor waters when vessel was approaching to pilot station. 13) Vessel arrival max. draft was 8.8 mtrs and same was reported to Pilot Station. Failure of all Bridge Team to monitor water depth taking into consideration ship's max. draft as well as Pilot who failed to informed on VHF that vessel is heading direct to shallow water 14) The temporary deviation of the passage plan that requires an alteration of course was not plotted on the chart and should be clear of any danger. At the first opportunity, the bridge team members failed to formally amend the passage plan. 15) Margins of safety was not shown as clearing bearings of navigational marks (NMT and NLT).
QUIZ TIME BEHAVIOUR BASED SAFETY (BBS) IS ALL ABOUT IDENTIFYING AT-RISK BEHAVIOURS AND CAUTIONING COLLEAGUES INVOLVED IN SUCH ACTIVITIES. THESE COULD BE COMPLACENCY, OVER-CONFIDENCE, UNDER-CONFIDENCE, LOW SELF ESTEEM, CARELESS ATTITUDE, LAZINESS, OPPOSITION TO AUTHORITY, FATIGUE ETC. ROOT CAUSE ANALYSIS (RCA) LOOKS AT LACK OF PROCEDURES, INCORRECT PROCEDURES, LACK OF ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROLS, NOT FOLLOWING PROCEDURES, LACK OF TRAINING, LACK OF KNOWLEDGE ETC. LOOKING AT PAGE 1 – INTERESTING NOTES ABOUT TITANIC – CAN YOU DO A RCA AND IDENTIFY WHAT FACTORS COULD BE INVOLVED HERE.
SAME TIME, PLS LOOK AT WHAT AT-RISK BEHAVIOURS ARE SEEN FROM THE NOTES ON PAGE 1. WE SUGGEST YOU DISCUSS THE NOTES OF PAGE 1 AT YOUR NEXT SAFETY MEETING AND SEND US RESULTS OF YOUR BRAINSTORMING SESSION WITHIN AUGUST 2012. 26
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3RD GWS Seminar / Training for Onboard Staff (April 23rd to 26th)
The 3RD Seminar / Training for the GWS fleet kicked off on April 23rd at Philippine Transworld Shipping corporation , Manila under the supervision of Capt. M Khan and effective planning by the Tanker Fleet team ( GM- Capt. Dante B Tamayo, Fleet Manager- Mr. Noel M Justo and Training Officer- Mr. Joy Arturo F Borillo). Koyo Kaiun, Tokyo Representatives- Mr. Kanji Sekiguchi (MD), Mr. Kotaro Hazemoto (Director), Capt. Takayasu and Mr. Hisao Ishimitsu- Director of Kyokutoh Kaiun K. K graced the occasion which witnessed active participation of 29 members of the onboard staff.
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The seminar started with Capt. Khan taking the participants through a brief history of Koyo Kaiun and our Managing Director Mr sachdeva explaining Behaviour Based Safety. The crew were introduced to various modules that touched topics like Motivation, Company SMS , Cross Cultural Management and Vetting Inspection- PSC/ Flag. A powerful delivery on General Familiarization on Chemical Tankers by Capt. Espia stole the attention of the day!
The Seminar and training sessions continued through 25th and 26th, summarizing on Rules and Regulations, Fatigue onboard, reporting from Vessel, Navigational Safety and Bridge Team work and Risk Assessment. Capt. Tumoc, Capt. Pusta and Capt. Espia threw light on areas on Marine Pollution and Environmental Protection, Handling of Machineries in Critical Situation, Safe Operation of Cargo and Mooring Systems, Cargo Stowage, Safety during and after Bunkering, and, Enclosed Space Entry Procedure. In the midst of the training, PSTC with extensive Philippine hospitality managed to co-ordinate a run through the food culture and introduced us to the world of Baluth!’
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KOYO- BSM – Crew Seminar at BSM House, Manila Koyo- BSM Crew Seminar on 26th April at BSM House included 41 onboard Crew and representatives from BSM, Koyo Kaiun, Tokyo and Green Wave, Singapore. Presentation on Risk Assessment was delivered by Capt. Khan and followed by Behaviour Based Safety by Mr. Sachdeva. Capt. Hazemoto and Capt. Takayasu presented their paper on Navigational Safety and Bridge team work. The seminar concluded with dinner with Crew and expecting many more years of good working relationship
A Day at MAAP- Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific – Bataan, Philippines A four hour drive from Manila took us to the Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific( MAAP) situated at the 83 hectare breath taking property in Kamaya Point, Mariveles, Bataan. The MAAP Academy established on January 14th, 1948 is the most ambitious combined project by AMOSUP-PTGWO-ITF to date that prides in producing the best breed of merchant marine deck and engine officers in the world. The Academy is currently headed by the AMOSUP President-Dr. Conrado F Oca and enjoys representation from the major Maritime Unions who recognize the human resource and foresee the cost effective but quality output the Academy gives.
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(Lunch with C/E-Cleto C Del RosarioDirector of Shipboard Training, Mr.Hisao Ishimitsu, Director of Kyokutoh Kaiun K. K, S Renuka – Marine Coordinator from GWS Capt.Erlindo M Salvador,( President of PTSC) ,Capt. Dante B Tamayo (GM- PTSC) and Ms. Roxanne Chua,Training Dept- PSTC.)
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The Bridge Simulator sponserd by the Norwegian Seafarers Union MAAP and JSU-IMMAJ campus showcases 75 air-conditioned classrooms with facilities that include Navigation Bridge Simulators with 36o Degree field vision, GMDSS Equipments ,Liquid Cargo Handing Simulators, Computer based Propulsion Plant Trainer that stimulates various engine room systems, Electrotech Laboratories for training in electricity and electronics with interactive software, Library with over 8000 volumes to refer, Fire Fighting Centre ,Language Laboratory ,HUET facility and a demonstration Kitchen for Culinary courses. The Academy offers two programmes- Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation (BSMT) and Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering (BSMarE),which are four year courses with one year of Shipboard training in the third year either onboard MAAP’s T/S Kapitan Felix Oca or a sponsoring company ship. With Faculty members from Merchant Marine Officers and well qualified instructors for general education subjects, MAAP aims in creating well rounded individuals who are ready to perform with excellence. We left MAAP with the hope of hiring the future strong team for the Koyo Fleet and with a little envy on all who marched their ranks through the campus in dignity and style.
MY SAY (the voice of our seafarers and their families) We are thankful to our seafarers who have agreed to share these family photos with us. Please keep them coming. Below left – Yelena 3rd Officer David John Danao Andaya with his family Below right – Yelena 2nd Officer Jujith Sarino with his son – Rest hours complied with.
AN IDEAL SUMMER RETREAT – ICE CREAM WITH THE FAMILY WHO WAIT FOR YOUR SAFE RETURN – MAKE SURE THAT YOU AND YOUR COLLEAGUES REMAIN SAFE TOO.
THE JOY AND FEELING OF HOLDING YOUR LITTLE ONE IN YOUR ARMS IS A GIFT TO BE CHERISHED. YOUR LITTLE ONES WAIT FOR YOUR SAFE RETURN – BE SAFE ALWAYS.
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WHO IS ??????
SONIA SHEETAL SINGH You just cannot miss not noticing our sprightly new colleague – Sonia Sheetal Singh – with her beaming smile and very animated expressions as you walk through our office. She joined GWS in June 2012 as Marine Co-ordinator having worked with Operations department of Anglo Eastern for over two years which introduced her to the Shipping industry. Miss Sonia initially involved herself with teaching IT basic skills to primary and secondary school students after finishing a 3yr course on Information Management at Temasek Polytechnic in Singapore. Eldest of the two children, she enjoys shopping (just like every girl!), readingReal life situations and spending time with family and friends. She views Shipping as ‘Cool’, ’Interesting’ and a learning ground for something new every day. And, with another mischievous smile, she asks…“IS A SAFE SHIP A HAPPY SHIP - OR - IS A HAPPY SHIP A SAFE SHIP?”. SOMEONE HELP PLEASE!!!
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