Keep your company ahead of the wave
The maritime industry is constantly evolving, bringing a flow of new rules and updated procedures. For dry bulk carriers it’s paramount that these changes, such as vessel acquisition and regulatory shifts, are handled with a structured Management of Change (MOC) approach.
Thanks to DBCE help is at hand. To maintain ship safety and regulatory compliance during transitions, DBCE has outlined the best practices.
Core Principles for Managing Change
An effective MOC approach prioritises safety and compliance by:
Root Cause Analysis: Identifying risk sources, particularly for adjustments in dry dock schedules or ship maintenance practices, helps avoid recurring issues.
Port State Control (PSC) Readiness: Maintaining updated ship safety certification and readiness for PSC inspections minimises delays and penalties.
Cybersecurity: Integrating maritime cyber risk management protects critical data and operations during adjustments.
Ensuring Compliance and Improvement
DryBMS advocates aligning dry shipping operations with international standards, similar to TMSA, ensuring robust safety management systems and cargo ship safety. Regular internal audits, ship safety plan reviews, and vessel tool utilisation support continuous improvement, helping dry bulk transport operations remain compliant and safe.
Preparing for Environmental Regulations
With rising green standards, green shipping practices like emission controls are vital. DryBMS encourages dry bulk carriers to prepare for future regulations with effective energy management strategies, supporting both ship safety and cargo integrity.
Regulatory changes are inevitable, but any dry bulk carrier can be prepared for their arrival. By adopting DryBMS’s MOC framework, organisations provide themselves with the essential tools to adapt to operational changes while safeguarding ship safety and compliance. In doing so they are ensuring a sustainable and secure future in dry bulk transport.
Find out more and subscribe to the Dry BMS framework here.
