The pandemic has slowed down BWTS and scrubber retrofits worldwide. Albion Marine is pleased to report that the crisis did not affect the support provided to our clients. Our local site teams continue to render engineering, site supervision, project management and troubleshooting services. In time of uncertainties we extend our help to many engineering companies with independent and highly efficient 3D scanning services
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One of Albion Marine Solutions project managers, completed a 3D Scan, survey and feasibility study onboard a vessel in Punta Morales, Costa Rica. The vessel will be retrofitted for upcoming Ballast Water Treatment System and this attendance is the first step to collect necessary input that will form a base for the engineering installation package.
Uno de los gerentes de proyectos de Albion Marine Solutions, completó un escaneo 3D y un estudio de viabilidad a bordo de un barco en Punta Morales, Costa Rica. La embarcación será adaptada para el próximo Sistema de tratamiento de Agua de Lastre y esta asistencia es el primer pasa para recopilar los aportes necesarios que formarán una base para el paquete de instalación de ingeniería
Albion Marine is involved in the VOC (Vessel of Concern) program and was appointed by the Coast Guard and Fisheries of Canada to carry out an inspection. A few weeks ago, our team attended three vessels, all located in remote areas of Ontario. The scope of inspection included: verification of condition for hull and machinery, carry out estimated, inventory of hazardous material onboard and a proposal of posible means of disposal. All went quite well despite harsh weather conditions with temperatures changing from -19 to 5 degrees within few hours and most of the areas covered in ice and snow.
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The Indian Ocean MoU authorities have agreed to adopt pragmatic guidance, understanding the necessity to deal with crucial circumstances (such as extending periods of service onboard of seafarers, delaying periods for surveys, inspections and audits, etc. as necessary) amid the COVI-19 pandemic. The Guidance focuses on challenges related to MLC Convention (2006) and to relevant IMO Conventions. Read more: Safety 4 Sea
Many shipping companies, yards, and equipment suppliers are suffering losses due to the impact on the shipping industry of the sudden and rapid outbreak of the Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Albion Marine, being a Canadian company with an international footprint, hasn't been affected by travel restrictions:
- Most of our engineers are Canadian and other passport holders with no travel restrictions.
- Albion Chinese local representatives are attending vessels in many yards and ports in China without restrictions or quarantine.
- Albion personnel is attending vessels in EU, Canada, USA, Singapore, India, South America and Middle East without restrictions.
Albion Marine has implemented a strict travel protocol for our personnel. We are fully compliant with recommendations by WHO, Flag State authorities, Port State authorities, clients and control regimes.
Please feel free to contact us if you need assistance with project management or engineering services.
