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NEW PRE-DEPARTURE
BRIEFING KICKS-OFF
In order to keep you updated regarding
any changes to rules, policies, regulations
etc., the Pre-Departure Briefing (PDB)
programme is revised annually.
This year, the 2nd version of the PDB was
officially released on the 19th of October.
Further to constructive criticism feedback
we received during our Agency Confer-
ence in March 2015, many presentations
have been streamlined with the aim of
reducing the overall presentation time
(without negatively impacting the content).
In addition to updated information re-
garding rules, regulations and company
procedures, we have also analysed last
year’s customer complaints and identified
common mistakes and incidents which
will be presented to you in the form
PDB Version 2 course kicks-off in Ukraine
of case studies.
These case studies highlight the conse-
quences of certain actions and inactions for self-study review via our new
on-board, which resulted in negative out- Marlow website: marlow-navigation.com/
comes, such as damages to the ship and/ seafarer-resources
or injuries. The aim of these case studies For more information/guidance please
is to act as a learning tool in order to help contact your Agency or your Marlow
prevent such incidents occurring again Operational group.
in the future. We value your feedback in order to ensure
Seminars are available in Ukraine, that the PDB is an effective and useful
Russia and the Philippines. Additionally, learning tool. Any constructive comments
this training material is now available are welcome: pdb@marlow.com.cy PDB Version 2 taking place in the Philippines
4/5 Training / Seminars Regulations / Safety
REGULATIONS / SAFETY
BBC ROSARIO – HEAVY LIFTING IN PANAMA
The fully-managed multi-purpose har in Oman. The three RTGs, which tion of deck loads, stability and lashing
heavy lifter BBC Rosario was recently were almost identical, weighed 184 mts forces, as well as the deck load plan.
assigned a very interesting project. (two pieces) and 194 mts (one piece). Once these have all been calculated, the
She had to take three Rubber Tyred Such a cargo loading operation is on-board preparations begin with all the
Gantry (RTG) cranes from the port of very challenging and needs to be properly steel plating, lashing equipment and tools
Balboa in Panama to the port of So- prepared. It begins with the calcula- needed, collected together ready for work.
Special lifting beams for a tandem lift Lashing equipment and steel plates on jetty
BBC ROSARIO
Images showing how the gantry feet and wheels were secured and lashed on deck
The loading of such huge structures on so that the OOW had a clear radar picture to make sure that heavy seas and swells
the deck of the ship causes some opera- ahead of the vessel. were avoided. During the voyage, twice per
tional safety considerations. For example, day, the ship’s crew performed detailed
Last but not least, the aft mast headlight
the ship’s crew cannot keep a proper visual lashing checks to make sure that none of
had to be repositioned so that the navi-
lookout and the radar will suffer from large the lashings had loosened or broken.
shadow sectors because the beam cannot gational lights for a power driven vessel
underway were clear to other ships. All of We come to realise the essential role
pass. Also, the ship’s navigational mast
the items were checked carefully and ap- that ships like BBC Rosario play in the
lights might be obscured.
proved by the ship’s classification society. movement of goods and machinery in world
For this reason it is necessary to arrange trade. Who could imagine that such huge
a special flag dispensation. The flag re- The last task and probably one of the gantry cranes in Panama could so easily
quired that additional crew be provided most important was for the Master to and efficiently be shipped to Oman in less
on-board so that a lookout can be posted prepare a suitable passage plan con- than six weeks!
forward at all times and that a special sidering all the weather conditions. The
Bon Voyage to the Master and Crew of
radar be installed with a forward scanner vessel was ‘weather routed’ on the voyage
BBC Rosario!
6/7 Regulations / Safety Preventive Maintenance
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
DECK MAINTENANCE
Preventive maintenance programmes, along with necessary inspections and routine checks need to be followed, as they ensure the
efficient and safe operation of ships. No doubt, some inspections are more critical than others. The load line items and lifesaving
equipment for instance are two of the most important.
IMPORTANCE OF INSPECTIONS
The objectives of such inspections are to:
- Discover any defects in a ship’s
equipment and structure
- Verify the correct completion of
on-going maintenance work, and
- Record issues which the crew
cannot resolve efficiently Deck & air vents between hatches Main deck & bits
Marlow Navigation says thank you to all its seafarers around the world for their great work Marlow’s team in the Philippines also
supporting Day of the Seafarer 2015
8/9 Day of the Seafarers 2015 Maritime Cyprus Conference 2015
Cyprus’ Minister of Transport, Communications & Works, Marios Demetriades visits the Marlow stand
INCIDENTS / ACTIVITIES
BBC QUEBEC RESCUES SINKING REFUGEES REFUGEES AT GIBRALTAR STRAIT
IN THE MEDITERRANEAN
Our crew managed vessel M/V Janet
On the 25th of August, our crew managed vessel BBC Quebec received a message departed from Ceuta. At 10:00, the vessel
from MRCC Rome that a boat located at around 30 nautical miles (NM) and carrying discovered a rubber dinghy boat with six
around 500 persons was in distress. persons adrift and waving for help. The
general alarm was released by the Mas-
At the time of the distress message, there were no other ships in the vicinity or ter/all crew at Muster Station. All crew
VHF range. As such, BBC Quebec was requested to divert from original course prepared for immediate assistance as
and offer assistance. required and ready to provide support.
After proceeding to the positon at full speed, the distressed boat was not found. Meanwhile, the boat was reported to
Several other positions were received from MRCC Rome to explore, whilst also Tarifa MRCC by VHF, who advised to stay
attempting to contact other vessels for further help. None could offer assistance. on scene in order to identify position of
After scouting many positions, BBC Quebec changed direction, having calculated refugees by AIS. At 10:45, a rescue boat
wind, current and swell direction in order to create its own sea chart. In turn, from Spanish coastguard arrived to
rescue all six refugees. In turn, M/V Janet
proceeding to around 28 NM south of the initial position and eventually locating the
continued her voyage to Warrenpoint, UK.
distressed boat on radar.
Well done to the Master and crew for
However, only once very close to the small fishing boat were many people seen, spotting, reporting, and standing ready
waving hands and white flags, with many children, women and men crying. for support.
BBC Quebec began rescue preparations of the passengers on-board the sinking
boat, which had a broken engine, dancing/rolling dangerously on heavy swell and
filling with water.
In tough conditions, BBC Quebec’s crew threw lines on to the boat, and low-
ered gangway nets, ropes and life rings, whilst heaving up people; women
and children first.
No doubt, passengers were in shock, but the crew did their best to keep
everyone calm, and conduct the rescue as quickly as possible.
M/V Janet finds rubber dinghy with six persons adrift
Once everyone was retrieved, the boat continuously took water, so the Captain ordered
the crew to cast off the lines. BBC Quebec quickly manoeuvred away from that boat
in order to not catch any ropes or nets to the propeller.
S/V ADA TERCERO
BBC Quebec was advised to proceed to the Sicilian Coast. However, along the way the EXEMPLIFYING THE SPIRIT OF
weather worsened, and so the vessel had to divert to southern Crete, Port Palaiochora. THE MARINER TO HELP OTHERS
All refugees were safely disembarked and brought to shore facilities by IN DISTRESS
local authorities.
On 16th June 2015, M/V HC Bea-Luna was
Congratulations to Captain C. Briede and all the crew of BBC Quebec for their contacted by Coast Guard Sector North
bravery and commitment to rescuing the refugees. Carolina regarding the sailing vessel
ADA Tercero, which was at around
90 NM east of Cape Lookout.
HC Bea-Luna quickly diverted course
upon request for assistance, undertaking
a rescue and salvage operation.
The United States Coast Guard and
the United States Government “com-
mended the efforts of the Captain and
crew for their outstanding seaman-
ship and unwavering commitment to
safety of life at sea” in a formal acknowl-
edgement, together with their vigilance
and professionalism during this mission.
Well done to the entire team of
HC Bea-Luna for their excellent service
Distressed boat with refugees in the Mediterranean Sea and professional actions.
Relieved and happy refugees after being rescued HC Bea-Luna rescues sailing vessel
off coast of USA
10 / 11 Incidents / Activities 10 Years Anniversary
10 YEARS ANNIVERSARY
Below are some randomly selected photos of seafarers being awarded with their Marlow Watch for completing 10 years of sea
service with Marlow Navigation.
CAPT Andriy Khurs CAPT Pavlo Savchenko COFF Yuriy Rak 2OFF Irwin Chan (right)
2OFF Oleksandr Pysmenny 2OFF Maksym Lyubytskyy (left) 2OFF Sergiy Derkachov 3OFF Joe M. Monsanto
CENG Oleksandr Kaplun (centre) 2ENG Kyrylo Garaz BSN Oleksandr Avramenko BSN Sergiy Tsyapa
AB Francisco Calinao III (right) AB Konstantin Aleynikov (right) AB Rhoderick Manalang (left) AB Rey Falsario (right)
AB Serhiy Prymak (right) ABCK Reynaldo Cabudoy (right) FITT Ramwill Enicola (right) OIL Shyryll Nopaton (right)
LONG SERVING SEAFARERS
Below are long-serving seafarers with more than 11 years of sea service with Marlow Navigation, having been employed 31st
of October 2004 or prior, and completed more than 2,200 days service at sea.
CAPT Rainer Hoeppner 2OFF Roldan Villaluz 2OFF Victoriano Gusto CENG Rey Sancio 2ENG Rudy Macantan
TECH Wieslaw Gierszewski BSN Solomon Cruzado Jr. BSN Vicente Savillo KAB Orlando Untayao AB Alberto Acero
AB Andrzej Milobecki AB Artur Lopes Brito AB Carlito Belinario AB Grzegorz Bruzdzinski AB Jaime Nodque
AB Marek Gliszczynski FITT Angel Mamades Jr. FITT Ireneusz Jan Zawor OIL Jose Jessico Lopez OIL Joseph Cojuangco
OIL Joel Morante WIPR Carlito Garcia Jr. COOK Benito Lompot COOK Enrique Romualdo OSCK Wieslaw Anczykowsk
18 / 19 Long Serving Seafarers Marlow Social Events
BACK-TO-BACK CHAMPIONS
Well done to all participants! Colourful and entertaining sports fest in the Philippines
MANNING CONFERENCES industry leaders to network and strate- colleges; Seafarers’ health and lifestyle;
IN THE PHILIPPINES gise with other influencers in the crewing maritime employers and progressing the
sector, including government, regula- concept of maritime HR companies;
In November, Marlow Philippines and mentoring and leadership on-board and
tors, shipowners, manning agents and
UMTC participated in the high-profiled ashore; and next generation shipping–
training professionals.
event Asia-Pacific Manning & Training Con- how can HR, manning and training keep
ference – an important industry event for This year’s event covered all topics related pace with a rapidly changing environment;
the region, now running for over 15 years. to manning and training within the ship- among other.
As always, the event provided a forum for ping industry, including: update on STCW
standards and regulation of maritime
20 / 21 Marlow Social Events
Managing Director of Marlow Navigation In September this year, Captain Ezri was awarded the title ‘Emeritus Professor of
Ukraine, Captain Boris Ezri turned 60 in Kherson State Maritime Academy’ (KSMA).
August. All MNUA and Marlow colleagues This prestige title is given in recognition of outstanding people and their contribu-
worldwide wish him a happy birthday and tions to the development of the Academy, such as Doctors of Science, sponsors of high
all the best. education, representatives of international organisations, and other patrons.
The ceremony was held in KSMA’s assembly hall, where Rector of KSMA, Professor
Vladimir Khodakovsky presented Boris Ezri with his honorary diploma, and status
as Emeritus Professor.
In his speech, Ezri pointed out the significance of this title for him and for the
company Marlow Navigation Ukraine, as it emphasises their ongoing commitment
and responsibility to the Academy.
FOOTBALL KICK-OFF
Marlow Navigation’s goal keeper Andriy Babluani Rector of KSMA, Professor Vladimir Khodakovsky presents Captain Boris Ezri with his certificate
The Summer Surprise 2015 of Marlow Germany took place on 31st July 2015 during
fantastic weather, at the wonderful outdoor location ‘’Volkspark’’, a spacious public park
with lots of plants in the middle of Hamburg.
After our colleagues were picked up by bus from the MSD/Marcrew Office, each team
received a backpack with a folder, refreshments and snacks. The folder contained
a description of the park and special questions for a paper chase.
The afternoon began with a game of mini golf. Teams played with their families, on
an 18-hole course located in a forest glade.
After the teams made their way through the game successfully, the next phase was a
goal-shooting contest. Each team nominated the best football player, who had to
score three goals for permission to continue with the treasure hunt. While taking a
walk through the beautiful park, teams had to search for the hidden Marlow logo,
QR-Code and other treasures to find the right answers.
Marlow at mini golf
Later in the day, colleagues arrived at a cosy snack bar with a bonfire. A BBQ and rich
buffet was prepared, whilst Managing Director, Michael Eden took the opportunity to thank
all groups for their efforts, and proclaimed team Agency and Crewing as the winners.
Our colleagues and their families ended the day with drinks and snacks in a pleasant
atmosphere. All teams were thankful for this great day.
A special thanks goes out to Susanne Gräfke for the flawless organisation of the event.
Marlow Hamburg now looks forward to the next Summer Surprise in 2016.
JOKES SUDOKU
I KNOW 10 FACTS ABOUT YOU
Fact 1: You are reading this.
Fact 2: You can’t say the letter ‘m’
without touching your lips.
Fact 3: You just tried it.
Fact 4: You’re smiling.
Fact 6: You’re smiling or laughing again.
Fact 7: You didn’t notice I missed fact 5.
Fact 8: You just checked it.
Fact 9: You’re smiling again.
Fact 10: You like this and you’re going to share.
SILLY CLASSROOM
Teacher: “Anyone who thinks
he’s silly may stand up!”
*Nobody stands up*
Teacher: “Im sure there are some
silly students over here!!”
*Little Johnny stands up*
Teacher: “Ohh, Johnny you think you’re silly?”
Little Johnny:“No... I just feel bad that you’re standing alone...”