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Q5. With reference to PSC inspections, explain various codes used to represent 'action to be taken' by the vessel against the deficiencies reported. Your IOPP equipment is not operational for want of spares awaited in the next port of call. How will you present your case to a PSCO for voyage permission till next port?

Q1. With respect to Energy Efficiency Design Index explain in details the following;

A. Required Energy Efficiency Design Index;

B. Attained Energy Efficiency Design Index;

Q6. Referring to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006 discuss:

a) Minimum requirements for sea farers to work on a ship;

b) Conditions of Employment;

c) Compliance and enforcement of the convention.

Q7. A. What are P&I clubs? Describe how P&I clubs collect fund from ship-owners;

B. What are the risks that are covered under the term “protection” and “indemnity?”

Q9. To operate engines in compliance with the new IMO 2020 Sulphur limits and to prepare the engine and auxiliaries for the changes in fuel characteristics, is a challenge for owners, operators and crews. From the Chief engineer’s perspective, explain the following briefly:

(a) Cylinder lubrication strategies;

(b) Compatibility issues between fuel bunkered at differed ports.

(c) Procedures employed for preparing fuel oil tanks onboard.

Q9. The initial IMO strategy for GHG reduction adopted at MEPC 72 is the first milestone set out in the roadmap for developing a comprehensive IMO strategy on reduction of GHG emissions from ships:

(a) Define the objectives of this Initial Strategy.

(b) State the levels of ambition identified in the Initial Strategy.

(c) List out the small term, mid-term and long term candidate measures with possible timelines as discussed in the IMO Strategy for reduction of GHG emissions.

Q2. Explain the following maritime terms: -

A. Charter Party;

B. Freight;

C. Bare Boat charter;

D. Bill of Lading;

E. Lay time,  Demurrage and Off-hire.

Q6. A. State the circumstance which may lead to suspension or withdrawal of class.

B. Explain the following terms used by the classification societies.

(i) Period of Class,      (ii) Anniversary date;                             (iii) Survey time window;

(iv) Memoranda;         (v) Statutory recommendation.        (vi) Condition of class;

Q5. Your owners have asked you to propose suitable retrofit for your ship with Ballast water Management Equipment, Give a reasoned response.

You may make any assumptions but list the assumptions in the beginning.