In less than two decades the vessel vetting process has completely changed the oil shipping market. Almost all trading operators around the world have adopted vetting as a pre-selection process for vessels offered for chartering by measuring their compliance with Minimum Marine Safety Criteria.

Moreover, the process is still developing: from oil, gas and chemical vessels to dry bulk carriers, from on-board physical inspections to comprehensive ship operators Safety Management System assessment via TMSA audits.

Understanding the various aspects of the vetting process is of paramount importance for all vessel operators to turn current constraints into business opportunities.

Aim:
To provide and empower ship managers, owners, terminal operators and all those involved in the vetting process with a deeper understanding and additional skill sets to make properly informed decisions during vessel vetting.

Focus Points:

• Background and business drivers for vetting
• Vessel screening process
• Risk Assessment
• Vetting Inspection: Arrangement and preparation for on-board inspection
• Observations and findings, Root Cause Analysis
• Operator’s Comments
• TMSA

Content:

Following an overview of the business drivers for vetting and a dive into risk assessment, the vetting process itself is presented under different perspectives for a full comprehension of its objectives and how to achieve them.

Vetting inspections, observations and findings and TMSA are analysed to give the key players -both on-board and ashore- the tools to prepare and proactively respond to the various issues related to vetting controls.

Who should attend:

Shipping Companies: Management: Technical Director (CTO), Managing Director (CEO); Inspection: Superintendent, Fleet Manager, Chief Operating Officer, CSO; Quality / ISM: Quality Manager, Internal Auditor, Designated Person, Assistance

On Board Personnel: Nautical Officers, Engineers, Rating, SSO

Entry requirements:
General knowledge about shipping industry and processes on board.

Duration:
3 days (10:00 – 15:30)

Language:
Lecture & Material in English

Trainer:

Ing. Roberto Nulli Gabbiani, Maritime Consultant & Academy Trainer

Fees: Euros 950,00/delegate (plus VAT)

Enrolment deadline: 2nd September 2024 

Important information for successful course completion:

• This course will be conducted online, therefore an internet connection is required.
• Participants are required to communicate and interact verbally, visually and in written form throughout the training course since the interaction between the trainer and participants is important for successful course completion.
• A connected camera, microphone, or audio headset during the course always enhances the quality of training.

To enroll in this course visit our Training Portal

Should you require additional information or clarifications, please do not hesitate to contact us at academy.hellas@dnv.com