Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.6.2, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # DBCE ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Resources - [Resources](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/resources/) - [Environmental Compliance Made Easy: DryBMS, Driving Green Shipping Initiatives](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/environmental-compliance-made-easy-drybms-driving-green-shipping-initiatives/) - Set sail for a sustainable future. Sustainability is an issue topping every industry’s agenda. No more so than in dry bulk shipping. To help organisations achieve their environmental goals DryBMS (Dry Bulk Management Standards) offers a framework that gets results without increasing costs or compromising safety. DryBMS was designed by leading maritime experts especially for - [Spend optimisation: How DryBMS Helps Ship Managers Optimise Resources and Maintenance](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/spend-optimisation/) - Resource allocation and maintenance. In today’s maritime industry it is essential for every ship’s manager to have effective measures in place to manage them both efficiently and safely. Fortunately, adopting the Dry Bulk Management Standard (DryBMS) framework delivers an effective solution. Aligned with DBCE principles, DryBMS provides a structured Planned Maintenance System (PMS). With this - [Incident Reporting and Investigation: Turning Setbacks into Learning Opportunities](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/incident-reporting-and-investigation-turning-setbacks-into-learning-opportunities/) - Today’s incidents can be tomorrow’s lessons No one wants to contemplate the idea of suffering near misses or equipment failures in their dry bulk operations. It is, however, worth considering the possible positive outcome from any such occurrence. Never underestimate the importance of effective incident reporting. Together with a comprehensive investigation system they are crucial - [DBCE IBJ Award Nomination Update](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/dbce-ibj-award-nomination-update/) - The International Bulk Journal (IBJ) Awards is a celebration of innovation, dedication, and excellence in the global bulk industry. This year, while DBCE did not take home the trophy, being shortlisted alongside remarkable companies remains a tremendous honour and a testament to our team’s hard work and commitment. - [Adapting to Change: How the Dry Bulk Industry Can Embrace Safe Management of Change](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/adapting-to-change-how-the-dry-bulk-industry-can-embrace-safe-management-of-change/) - 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. - [For the good of your health and safety: How DBCE promotes safe practices](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/for-the-good-of-your-health-and-safety-how-dbce-promotes-safe-practices/) - Creating a safety-first culture Working in the dry bulk industry brings many hazardous encounters. Therefore, it is vital that shipping companies foster a safety-first culture, ensuring they are doing everything possible to reduce risks and meet compliance. To support the approach throughout the dry bulk industry DBCE developed the Dry Bulk Management Standard (DryBMS). By - [Singapore Event](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/singapore-event/) - This in-person event is for all Dry Bulk Centre of Excellence subscribers, and those interested in enhancing operational safety and elevating dry bulk industry standards. We'll be talking about the easy-to-use online self assessment tool, how it benefits you and answering all your questions. - [RightShip and INTERCARGO announce important new quality standard for dry bulk sector to be governed by new NGO](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/rightship-and-intercargo-announce-important-new-quality-standard-for-dry-bulk-sector-to-be-governed-by-new-ngo/) - RightShip, and INTERCARGO have today announced the launch of an important new quality standard for the dry bulk sector, DryBMS. The standard will be governed by a new NGO to be established later this year and will support the improvement of safety in the dry bulk segment. Both RightShip and INTERCARGO have strongly and consistently advocated the need for significant improvements to - [Why collaboration is the key to the success of DryBMS   ](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/why-collaboration-is-the-key-to-the-success-of-drybms/) - In this article, International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) Secretary General, Guy Platten explains why the partnership between RightShip and INTERCARGO strengthens the impact of the DryBMS The team at ICS is pleased that RightShip and INTERCARGO have partnered to finalise the DryBMS. A single-minded approach to lifting expectations across the industry is vital. As we observed the broad commitment to a - [How the DryBMS scoring system works](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/how-the-drybms-scoring-system-works/) - In this article, DryBMS Project Lead Luke Fisher highlights the importance of the standard’s scoring system and explains how it works under the revised system The DryBMS scoring system is an essential component of the self-assessment process, with criteria specifically developed in order to give those using the standard a clear indication of their - [INTERCARGO & RightShip joint interview: why the dry bulk industry needs DryBMS](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/intercargo-rightship-joint-interview-why-the-dry-bulk-industry-needs-drybms/) - RightShip and INTERCARGO joined forces to deliver the DryBMS together. In this Q&A, RightShip CEO Steen Lund and INTERCARGO Secretary General Kostas Gkonis discuss the benefits of the new standard and their aspirations for industry-wide safety enhancements. Why you think the industry needs DryBMS? KG: It is essential that companies in the dry bulk sector - [Performance, People, Plant & Process – 3rd Area Plant ](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/performance-people-plant-process-3rd area-plant /) - This is the third of a series of articles describing the four main areas of risk in the DryBMS: - performance, people, plant, and process. In this article I will take a closer look at the third area: - plant, which is about ensuring the vessel, and its equipment and systems are fit for purpose throughout the life - [Paul Markides, Marine Quality Manager at INTERCARGO discusses the final phase of DryBMS](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/paul-markides-marine-quality-manager-at-intercargo-discusses-the-final-phase-of-drybms/) - Can you please comment on how RightShip and INTERCARGO are now working to finalise the standard? Having been working together for some months now it is great to see the synergies at play and we are both now working full speed to deliver the product to the industry. Through the various reviews that are taking - [What are the new challenges and opportunities for dry bulk shipping?](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/what-are-the-new-challenges-and-opportunities-for-dry-bulk-shipping/) - Maintaining integrity and achieving high operating standards has been made more important than ever during the COVID-19 pandemic, in this article, Luke Fisher, DryBMS project lead explains why it’s not the only test that our industry faces. While COVID-19 has been a central focus for the maritime industry, and a major hurdle for us to overcome, the last decade has been full of moments that have increasingly demanded that we evolve our attitudes to performance beyond - [Joint Media Release: INTERCARGO and RightShip launch Dry Bulk Centre of Excellence (DBCE)](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/joint-media-release-intercargo-and-rightship-launch-dry-bulk-centre-of-excellence-dbce/) - London, 03, April 2024 – Today, RightShip, the leading global ESG focused digital maritime platform, and INTERCARGO, the International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners, proudly launch the Dry Bulk Centre of Excellence (DBCE), an independent, not-for-profit industry organisation dedicated to the administration of the Dry Bulk Management Standard (DryBMS) framework. DryBMS was developed by INTERCARGO and RightShip, with input - [Dry Bulk Centre of Excellence – Raising standards beyond compliance](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/dry-bulk-centre-of-excellence-raising-standards-beyond-compliance/) - Important news for the dry shipping industry. We are proud to announce the launch of the Dry Bulk Management Standard (DryBMS) portal, dedicated to increasing safety, wellbeing and sustainability across the dry bulk shipping sector. Industry experts, including INTERCARGO and RightShip, have worked collaboratively to establish DBCE (Dry Bulk Centre of Excellence) the home of - [DBCE are a proud supporting organisation of LISW25](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/dbce-are-a-proud-supporting-organisation-of-lisw25/) - In September 2025 the world of shipping will focus on the UK for what has become a major event in the maritime calendar – the London International Shipping Week. Thousands of industry decision makers from across the globe will gather at LISW25 for an exciting week comprising 350 events and functions. Everyone from regulators, charterers - [Proactive preparation for Port State Control inspections](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/proactive-preparation-for-port-state-control-inspections/) - All vessels sailing in international waters are subject to a Port State Control (PSC) inspection when visiting international ports. Recent reports have shown that dry bulk ships are more likely to be detained for PSC inspections. In August the DBCE introduced the DryBMS framework. Developed by industry specialists, this useful digital platform allows dry shipping - [Deep dive into the Dry Bulk Management Standard](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/deep-dive-into-the-dry-bulk-management-standard/) - DBCE Webinar - Monday 30th Sept 2024 8.00 and 16.00 GMT Mark this date in your dry bulk shipping diaries! Join the DBCE for a live webinar exploring and explaining how you can raise safety levels in your operations. Your host for these two one-hour events is DBCE’s Managing Director, Ian McLeod who will explore - [World Maritime Day 2024 - Navigating the Future: Safety First!](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/world-maritime-day-2024-navigating-the-future-safety-first/) - The International Maritime Organization have chosen a theme for World Maritime Day that is close to the hearts of all who are associated with seafaring – and that is safety. ‘Navigating the Future: Safety First!’ reflects the relentless work the IMO has done to enhance and further Maritime safety. Events with prominent speakers, social participation - [Live DBCE webinars champion dry bulk shipping safety](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/live-dbce-webinars-champion-dry-bulk-shipping-safety/) - DBCE would like to say a big thank you to everyone who helped make our live webinars on Sept 30th a resounding success! We ran two info-packed sessions, each lasting an hour, with hundreds of attendees from around the world. Hosting the sessions was DBCE’s Managing Director, Ian McLeod, who introduced the company, explaining how - [World Mental Health Day October 10th](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/world-mental-health-day-october-10th/) - We know how important it is to look after our mental wellbeing whether that’s at home or in our working day. For maritime staff working in the dry bulk shipping industry, the state of their mental health is a critical watchout. Unique challenges such as long periods at sea, isolation, fatigue, and working in highly - [Safety at Sea - 5 common misconceptions](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/safety-at-sea-5-common-misconceptions/) - From dangerous weather conditions to hazardous working conditions, your company’s personnel can be exposed to risks every single day. To help protect your crew at sea and to bring them home safely, DBCE and leading experts within the shipping industry have developed the DryBMS framework. This easy-to-use self-assessment platform ensures your company’s dry bulk ship - [Run a tight ship for a demanding future](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/run-a-tight-ship-for-a-demanding-future/) - The international maritime industry is experiencing major changes in how it operates and within the dry bulk shipping sector a rapid transformation is taking place. This is driven by technological advances, the stricter regulatory standards these advances bring and environmental considerations. With such changes, it’s no surprise that both onshore and at sea there is - [DBCE’s Vision for Safer Seafaring](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/dbces-vision-for-safer-seafaring/) - Since its launch earlier this year the DBCE has led a commitment to building a safety-first culture throughout the dry bulk shipping industry. Dedicated to the administration of the Dry Bulk Management Standard framework, DBCE’s focus is on minimising accidents and enhancing operational efficiency, to ensure that the health and safety of seafarers is paramount. ## Pages - [Home](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/) - [FAQs](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/about-us/faqs/) - [Contact us](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/about-us/contact-us/) - [Subscribe](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/subscribe/) - [Terms and Conditions](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/terms-and-conditions/) - Terms and Conditions Introduction Welcome to DBCE! We provide a cloud-based platform (Platform) incorporating self-assessment tools to provide shipowners and managers with a framework for compliance in the dry bulk shipping industry. 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This privacy policy will inform you as to how we look after your personal data when you visit our website (regardless of where you visit it from) - [Webinar - your questions answered](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/webinar-your-questions-answered/) - [Governance](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/about-us/governance/) - [Guidelines & Standards](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines-standards/) - [Your feedback](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/feedback/) ## Guidelines & standards - [Full standard](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/full-standard/) - [30. Incident reporting, investigation & training](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/incident-reporting-investigation-training/) - The company has a programme to report and investigate incidents; determine immediate and root causes and implement appropriate corrective actions. - [29. Emergency planning including crisis management](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/emergency-planning-including-crisis-management/) - The company prepares for and responds promptly to emergency events threatening harm to its staff, vessels and other incidents. - [28. Cyber security](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/cyber-security/) - The company has a programme to design and operate IT and digital process control systems to manage risk to system and information integrity, availability and confidentiality - [27. Security management](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/security-management/) - The company has processes in place to maintain the security of the workforce, vessels and premises. - [26. Management of change including vessel acquisition](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/management-of-change-including-vessel-acquisition/) - The company has a formal process to document, evaluate, approve and communicate temporary and permanent changes that could impact safe, compliant and efficient operations. - [25. Environmental management](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/environmental-management/) - The company manages the impact of its operations on the environment and integrates environmental requirements into the safety management system. - [24. Safety culture improvement](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/safety-culture-improvement/) - The company has a programme to develop and maintain a culture to enable safe, compliant and efficient operations. - [23. Permit to work](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/permit-to-work/) - The company has a formal control of work process to provide a work environment that will allow tasks to be completed safely with adequate control measures in place. - [22. Risk assessment & management](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/risk-assessment-management/) - The company has a programme to assess, prioritise and manage operating risks to prevent harm to people, damage to the environment and to achieve operational effectiveness. - [21. Bridge procedures & standards](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/bridge-procedures-standards/) - The company develops and implements planning and operational processes for navigation, including bridge team management, to ensure this is carried out effectively without injury to people and damage to the environment. - [20. Cargo & ballast](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/cargo-ballast/) - The company develops and implements planning and operational processes for cargo and ballast, to ensure these are carried out effectively without injury to people and damage to the environment. - [19. Mooring & anchoring](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/mooring-anchoring/) - The company develops and implements planning and operational processes for mooring, anchoring and access, to ensure these are carried out effectively without injury to people and damage to the environment. - [18. Inspection planning, review and close out](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/inspection-planning-review-and-close-out/) - The company ensures that shore-based personnel carry out inspections to monitor the condition of the vessel and it’s equipment. - [17. Engine room operations & bunkering](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/engine-room-operations-bunkering/) - The company operates engineroom and plant facilities effectively to prevent injury to people and damage to the environment. - [16. Critical equipment](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/critical-equipment/) - The company maintains an inspection programme to determine the condition of critical equipment & systems to verify and document they are fit for service. - [15. Dry dock and surveys](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/dry-dock-and-surveys/) - The company has a programme to manage dry docks, repair periods and maintaining class status. - [14. Maintenance](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/maintenance/) - The company has a programme to inspect and maintain plant and assets to prevent injury to people, damage to the environment and achieve effective performance. - [13. Crew welfare](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/crew-welfare/) - The company has a programme to ensure the wellbeing of vessel personnel. - [12. Contractor management](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/contractor-management/) - The company develops and implements a process for the management of contractors and sub-contractors with emphasis on the master’s and other officers’ and crew members’ related health and safety responsibilities. - [11. Crew familiarisation](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/crew-familiarisation/) - The company has a programme to ensure crew members are familiar with the arrangements of the ship, as well as the location and operation of any on-board procedures, systems or equipment that they may be called upon to use. - [10. Crew technical & HSSE training (vessels)](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/crew-technical-hsse-training-vessels/) - The company maintains competent vessel staff with appropriate qualifications, skills and knowledge for roles onboard, and to meet current and future needs. - [9. Crew management & recruitment](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/crew-management-recruitment/) - The company has processes that address crew matters i.e. recruitment, training requirements, appraisals, manning levels, disciplinary, code of conduct, work and rest hours, etc. Where crew management, is partially or fully outsourced, the crewing agency will undergo an annual audit by the ship manager to ensure the contracting company complies with all the ship manager’s - [8. Technical & HSSE training (office)](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/technical-hsse-training-office/) - The company maintains competent shore staff with appropriate qualifications, skills and knowledge for roles that support the fleet, and to meet current and future business needs. - [7. HR management and recruitment (office)](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/sit-amet-nulla-auctor-semper-nisl-vel-molestie-libero-avet-don-3/) - The company establishes an organisation that allows it to deliver its objectives effectively through the deployment of competent people and adequate resources ashore. - [6. Master’s reviews & company evaluation](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/masters-reviews-company-evaluation/) - The master of each company vessel periodically reviews the SMS, reporting its deficiencies to the company. The company periodically evaluates the effectiveness of the SMS. - [5. Audit planning, review & close out](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/audit-planning-review-close-out/) - The company performs audits of operating and management processes to assure compliance with legal and company requirements, and drive risk reduction and performance improvement. Findings from audits are followed up for close out. - [4. HSSE objectives & KPIs](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/hsse-objectives-kpis/) - The company documents, maintains and follows policies, practices and procedures for the safety of their employees and the safe, compliant and reliable operation of their ships. - [3. SMS governing documents](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/sms-governing-documents/) - The company documents, maintains and follows policies, practices and procedures for the safety of their employees and the safe, compliant and reliable operation of their ships. - [2. Vessel visits & communications](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/vessel-visits-communications/) - The company ensures managers, through their actions and behaviours, create an environment in which the vessel’s crews and other employees are informed, involved and enabled to carry out their roles. - [1. Commitment to HSSE](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/commitment-to-hsse/) - The company promotes a strong, proactive HSSE culture in senior management and at all levels throughout the company. - [The Dry Bulk Management Standard](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines/guidance-notes/) - Full guidance notes ## Categories - [Events](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/category/events/) - [News](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/category/news/) - [Press Releases](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/category/press-releases/) ## Categories - [People](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines-category/people/) - [Process](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines-category/process/) - [Plant](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines-category/plant/) - [Performance](http://dev-dbce-org.pantheonsite.io/guidelines-category/performance/)