Vetting Covid-19– reactions from OM stakeholders

Source: VGroup Originally published on: 25/03/2020

Safety of our staff remains most important at all times, especially while our managed vessels calling terminals for loading /discharge operations. We took the initiative of discussing with various Oil Majors since their group meeting at Dubai early this year, whilst effectively liaising with INTERTANKO. After concerted efforts from members, OCIMF and Oil Majors have advised their temporary direction of vetting process going forward. We are following up as closely as possible through local agents, SIRE inspecting companies, Oil Majors, Owners and charterers as per below.

1.We are inviting Oil Majors as usual and take action as per feedback from the relevant oil major.

2.Check early with terminal through local agents regarding permission for the sire inspector’s boarding.

3.Should inspection is not permitted by the terminal we retain the info should any Oil Major would require the same going forward. 4.At all times maintain effective and prompt communication with Owners/Charterers...

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