Sankalp Shukla appointed new Managing Director of BSM India
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From 01 September 2023, all ships of 81,000 DWT or more calling Port Hedland, must provide bridge wing shelters. These shelters must meet the requirements of the Local Marine Notice 07/23 (P) for the protection of Pilots and the bridge team.
It is recommended that ships of less than 81,000 DWT also comply with the requirements of this notice.
The bridge wing shelter to be made of suitable material to provide shade from the sun and have the following minimum dimensions:
These shelters can be portable or removable if required and must withstand strong winds encountered in Port Hedland. The bridge wing shelter must prevent spilling water inside the frame of the shelter during rain.
Shelters complying with the requirements of Panama Canal Authority OP Notice to Shipping N-1-2022, are acceptable for the purpose of this Local Marine Notice.
After 01 September 2023, ships without bridge wing shelters may be restricted to berthing and unberthing only during the night time.
The design of the bridge wing shelter must allow unrestricted visibility from the bridge wing. Consider social distancing requirements that may be applicable when deciding the size of the bridge wing shelter.
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The BSM Smart Academy has gained two more universities for its programme: the King Abdulaziz University in Saudi Arabia and the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport in Egypt. This brings the partner network of the BSM Smart Academy, which was only launched by the BSM in April 2024, to six maritime institutions. BSM is also in cooperation talks with other universities.
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BSM Crew Service Centre Philippines celebrated the opening of its fourth Crew Service Centre (CSC) in Davao City in April.
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Shipping is navigating rough seas amid a new reality: wars, protectionism and threats to freedom of navigation. Jeroen Deelen, BSM’s Chief Operating Officer, shares his thoughts on the challenges of the new normal.
18 Apr 2024 - News | BSM Highlights
Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) is a safe and efficient way to handle emissions and meet climate targets. And it offers beneficial opportunities for the shipping industry in gaining new business and reducing its own carbon footprint, Johan Lillieskold, Gas Solutions Specialist at Schulte Group, is convinced.
18 Apr 2024 - News | BSM Highlights
On 1 January 2024, shipping officially joined the European Union’s Emission Trading System (EU ETS). With it emerged a comprehensive set of responsibilities, accompanied by significant financial implications for shipping companies who, for the first time, are included in a market-based measure such as EU ETS. The increased level of interaction between the European Commission and the shipping industry means a novelty for both parties - and an ongoing learning process.
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Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM) introduces a new educational programme for future seafarers. BSM Smart Academy is a collaboration with selected maritime universities worldwide with the goal of closing the gap between academic knowledge and practical training.