Transport Guidance for Steel Cargoes

American Club: Transport Guidance for Steel Cargoes
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2.3.4
Other reports and inspections regarding the condition of the hatch covers can also be used to
assist with and/or complement the vessel owner’s inspection and maintenance program. Reports
from classification society inspections, shipyard surveys, condition surveys performed by third
parties, including ultrasonic and hose testing, can potentially assist with ascertaining the actual
condition of the cargo holds and hatch covers. Similarly, charterer’s inspections and “on-hire”
surveys may also yield additional information but should only be considered in conjunction with
the vessel owner's overall hatch cover maintenance program.
2.4 Use of marine tape
2.4.1
The use of marine tape (e.g. Ram-Nek
®
), on cargo hold hatch covers should be avoided.
2.4.2
There are generally two situations whereby charterers request that marine tape may be
applied, when:
(1)
the supercargo or the charterer’s representative notices that the hatch covers are in a poor
condition and that repairs might interfere with the vessel’s intended sailing schedule; or
(2)
it is mentioned in the charter party that the hatch covers need to be sealed with marine
tape upon completion of loading operations. This should only be considered as an extra
level of protection.
2.4.3
It is important to note that if and when charterers request to use marine tape, such a request may
not relieve the vessel owner from its duty under the charter party to present the vessel in
seaworthy and cargo worthy condition.

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