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mv MINI STAR
IMO No. 8805597

Pre-Purchase Condition Inspection Report

held at:
MAZATLAN, SINALOA, MEXICO
on
May 27-31, 2019
Conducted by:

Rafael O. Tinoco
Naval Architect & Marine Engineer, MSc, C.Eng
Senior Surveyor

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Contents
DEFINITION OF TERMS APPLIED FOR CONDITIONS............................................................................4
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY.......................................................................................................................5
Preamble........................................................................................................................................5
Attending Parties at the Inspection................................................................................................5
Description of Vessel......................................................................................................................5
Condition Summary........................................................................................................................6
Conclusion....................................................................................................................................10
SPECIFIC BUYER’S REQUIREMENTS TO TARGET................................................................................11
General condition.........................................................................................................................11
Condition for Side Door with two lift platforms serving roro/main and lower hold and how much
high from water line.....................................................................................................................11
Main and Auxiliary engine condition............................................................................................11
Spare parts...................................................................................................................................11
Spare part preparation for next dry dock.....................................................................................16
Records of the last three trips (speed, fuel consumption, etc.)....................................................16
Class requirement to renew the class..........................................................................................16
VESSELS PARTICULARS-....................................................................................................................17
MAIN CLASS SURVEYS -....................................................................................................................17
Conditions of Class.......................................................................................................................18
Statutory Note:.............................................................................................................................18
Ultrasonic thickness reports.........................................................................................................18
STATUTORY CERTIFICATES................................................................................................................18
CONDITION REPORT.........................................................................................................................19
Hull...............................................................................................................................................19
Forecastle Deck and Store............................................................................................................19
Main/Upper Deck.........................................................................................................................19
Poop Deck....................................................................................................................................19
Mooring Machinery and Equipment........................................................................................20
Cargo Holds..................................................................................................................................20
Hatch Covers................................................................................................................................20
Ballast Tanks.................................................................................................................................21

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 Bridge and Communication Equipment........................................................................................21
Galley, Provision and Refrigerated Rooms...................................................................................22
Engine Room................................................................................................................................22
Engine Control Room...................................................................................................................23
Steering Gear................................................................................................................................23
Lifesaving, Fire and Safety Equipment..........................................................................................23
Maintenance Records...................................................................................................................24
TECHNICAL APPENDIX......................................................................................................................24
COMMUNICATIONS/GMDSS EQUIPMENT....................................................................................24
GMDSS for sea areas: A1 A2 A3....................................................................................................24
Containers....................................................................................................................................24
Permissible Load..........................................................................................................................24
DISCLAIMER......................................................................................................................................24

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DEFINITION OF TERMS APPLIED FOR CONDITIONS

Good: Unimpaired condition without significant wear, or deviation from original
strength and operating efficiency. No maintenance or repair required
Fair: Condition where wear and tear or other deficiencies of a minor nature,
do not require correction or repair
Poor: Condition in which the adequacy of strength and/or operational
efficiency is marginally below acceptable limits or is in doubt. Remedial
action is required
Unsatisfactory: Condition of inadequate strength or operational deficiency. Immediate
extensive repair/renewal required, reinstating serviceability

When referring to Ballast tank conditions the standard IACS terminology is used as follows:
Good: Condition with only minor spot rusting affecting not more than 20% of an
area under consideration.
Condition with local breakdown at edges of stiffeners and weld
Fair: connections and/or light rusting over 20% or more of the area under
consideration
Condition with general breakdown of coating over 20% or more of area
Poor: or hard scale at 10% or more of the area under consideration

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Preamble
At the request of Messrs. Mit freundlichen Grüßen through International Register of Shipping LLC,
Dubai UAE and with consent of Messrs. Baja Ferries USA as Owners representatives, the
undersigned did attend onboard mv MINI STAR – IMO No. 8805597 at Mazatlan, Sinaloa, Mexico on
27th May 2019 and subsequently until 31 st May 2019 whilst in Laid-up condition afloat alongside
quay at the Marecsa Shipyard, to carry out an inspection with the purpose to determine the overall
Pre-Purchase condition. The weather was quite satisfactory to carry out the inspection.
It should be noted that water depth was just limited to the Ship’s draft with consequent limit to
change the ballast tank conditions.
It is also noted that this report is strictly adhered to the factual findings as sighted during the
attendance of this inspection and reflecting the professional opinions of the undersigned.
Inspection/Survey made without prejudice.

Attending Parties at the Inspection

Gustavo Abaroa Galvez Owner’s Representative
Manuel Palma Burgos Chief of Maintenance
Ivan Casiano Heredia Vicente First Officer
Gerardo Leon Alvarez Chief Engineer
Oscar Lipchak Leyva Deck Officer
Rafael O. Tinoco GMCG Senior Surveyor

Description of Vessel
mv MINI STAR – IMO No. 8805597 construction as Ro-Ro Cargo; Built by Setas KG Schiffswerft GmbH
& Co. at Hamburg Yard/hull No.: 1024 under Germanischer Lloyd (GL) Date of Built 1989-01. The
ship is single side, partly doblebottom, partly built on longitudinal frames, four (4) watertight
bulkheads. Two (2) continuous decks with side loading equipment stbd side.
Permissible container stack load on weather deck hatch covers: 20’ containers 40 t linear load, 40’
containers 50 t linear load, Uniform load 1.73 t/m 3
Currently registered under Mexico Flag and classed by DNV-GL with Class Notation:
[E3-Ice strengthening, G-Strengthened for use of
grabs]
[E3-Ice strengthening, AUT-Unattended Machinery Space]

Present status: Laid-up since 2019-04-15

Noted that present Port of Registry is Salina Cruz
The propulsion is provided by a 8 Cylinder four-stroke single acting Wärtsilä Vasa 8 R 32 D Diesel
engine operating through a reduction gear on the propeller shaft connected to a righthanded 4-
blade Stanley steel Controllable Pitch Propeller (CPP) Kamewa 3600 mm diameter169.4 rpm with a
nominal output of 2960 Kw, 720 rpm for a service speed of 14 knots loaded and an estimated
consumption of 12 ton per day.

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Three (3) Auxiliary Engines MAN Model D 2840 LE generating 318 Kw each at 1500 rpm
An auxiliary oil-fired boiler FRÖLING, GMBH AND CO KESSEL APPARATEBAU Type 85 D / NH 390 is
fitted. The machinery spaces are operated in a periodically unmanned condition.
Accommodation is provided for 13 crew over three accommodation decks with current safety
equipment provided for 14 persons.
Condition Summary
The vessel is with Classification Certificate anniversary date 2019-01-20 overdue, extended to 2019-
04-15 and Laid-up since that date.
Main class renewal Hull & Machinery cycle to be completed concurrently with Complete Bottom
Survey in dry-dock including CPP and Shaft arrangements Inter-alia before any operation, trading or
leaving lay-up site with extent depending on Laid-up period started 2019-04-15.

Hull shell plating and external structure were found in fair condition considering that coating will be
renewed in dry dock. The CP propeller, shaft, attachments, bow thruster and all the sea chests will
be maintained. Minor rippling of the side shell plating above the waterline between frames noted as
well as a few small indents as result of minor contacts.

The weather deck hatch covers were in a good condition with renewed coating. The superstructure
was clean and well coated.

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Main (Ro-Ro) deck

Lower deck
The structural condition of the main (Ro-Ro) and lower deck cargo hold appears to be in good
condition with no apparent wastage, damage or temporary repairs noted. Coating remains to be
applied.

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Operation Hatch covers tested as allowed by the draft restrictions and confirmed to be in good
working conditions.

Electrohydraulic aft crane 3.9 t SWL outreach 2.8 – 12 m in good working order with no apparent
hydraulic oil leakages seen.

Aft Peak WB Tank

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Forepeak WB Tank
Aft Peak and Forepeak Water Ballast Tanks were internally inspected. The structural condition of the
tanks was good with no significant wastage, damages or temporary repairs seen. However, steel
renewal shall take place at frs. 1 to 11 Ro Ro deck as per page 23 of UTM Report. The forepeak
ballast tank is fully coated with epoxy which was found in fair condition, but to be dealt with indry-
dock. The sacrificial anodes inside the tanks are wasted and will need to be replaced. All other WB
Tanks were full and not available for examination due to limit draft restrictions. It was reported
slight oil contamination by valves in way of WB tanks that shall be ascertained and corrected as
applicable in dry-dock.

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The accommodation meets the basic requirements and complies with the provisions of the ILO
Maritime Labour Convention on crew accommodation as applicable for ship’s type and date of built.
The mess rooms and common alleyways throughout are clean and well lit. The galley is tidy and
fitted with the basic equipment required for the preparation of meals for the entire complement.
The bridge is a standard layout with the basic propriety marine equipment all reported to be
working satisfactorily.
The general engine room condition is good throughout, being well lit and with coatings good. The
main engine is reported to operate satisfactorily, confirmed by testing following the established
marine practice, as practicable as possible. The engine was found free of exhaust, water and oil leaks
and well coated. The total running hours since built is at 158,249 hours on 31 May 2018. Continuous
Machinery Surveys under DNV-GL being satisfactorily dealt with; closest group of CSM items due for
survey until 2021-04-30.
The auxiliary engines were reportedly in good condition. Next group of CSM item due for survey
until 220-04-30. The engines were found free of oil, water and exhaust leaks. All insulation and
guards were in place with the coatings in good condition. Running hours recorded as:
 Aux. Engine No. 1: 74,284 hr;
 Aux. Engine No. 2: 65,805 hr;
 Aux. Engine No. 3: 68,002 hr.
All firefighting and lifesaving safety equipment was audited and found in place as per the approved
plans. All required equipment has been serviced and/or tested as per statutory Flag requirements
with valid certificates available. The single free fall lifeboat not tested on this inspection due to site
restrictions.
Conclusion
The vessel was found to be in general good condition with no apparent defects revealed that would
be of concern considering that she will necessarily be in dry-dock for class certificate renewal and
applicable recommissioning after Laid-up period. This is also evident taking into consideration as stated,
that lay-up of ship is due to market trade conditions.
This 38-year old vessel appears to be well maintained and run by competent crew. Ship’s drawings
and equipment operating manuals were available and well kept.

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The planned maintenance system is well implemented with no overdue works left unattended.
Maintenance on the main and auxiliary engines are being carried out during this lay-up period in
order to comply with the Class Continuous Machinery Surveys. Ample spare parts and necessary
tools were on board to effect critical repairs meanwhile.
International Ballast Water Management Certificate issued on voluntary bases by the National
Authority in accordance with regulation D-1 as implemented method. Certificate issued on 2019-02-
08. However, IOPP Certificate renewal date 2019-02-08 with previous renewal survey before 2014-
09-08. Hence installation of ballast water management system shall be implemented to comply with
Standard D-2.
In accordance to this limited general inspection, without exposing areas normally concealed, testing
or opening out the machinery, gauging the structure, or testing for tightness, it is the opinion of the
undersigned that subject vessel was generally in good condition on 31 May 2019, subject to
exceptions which may be set forth herein above.
Inspection carried out without prejudice.

SPECIFIC BUYER’S REQUIREMENTS TO TARGET

General condition
As stated on above conclusions.
Condition for Side Door with two lift platforms serving roro/main and lower
hold and how much high from water line
Side loader with two lift platforms tested in simulated working conditions to serve main and lower
holds with satisfactory results.
Height from water line estimated as 4.69 m for a summer draft of 6.066 m and 2.66 m for a draft of
4.03 m corresponding to the Loading Condition 4 (Ballast and 10% fuel consumption).
Main and Auxiliary engine condition
Found in good conditions as stated on above Condition Summary.
Spare parts
REFACCION DE MAQUINA PRINCIPAL EN CAJA DE CUBIERTA

ITEM ID QUANTITY
SEALING SET 167046 8
SEALING SET FOR CYLINDER HEAD 120065 4
S.P. KIT FOR INJECTOR PUMP PEO- G030 6
NOZZLE 167020 10
PISTON 123007 8
SECURING RING 113010 10
RELIET VALVE 125010 3
INJECTOR PIPE 167150 3
SCREW 167007 5
BUSH 211006 8
FLANGE 167031 10

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O-RING 355109 20
GUIDING PIN 111011 10
SPRING 167010 8
PUSH ROD 167011 8
PLUG 211001 8
CONNECTION PIECE 167035 5
ORING 123010 20
SCREW 167007 4
SEALING RING 167004 10
O-RING 355112 20
O-RING 123001 10
O-RING 167032 10
O-RING 167033 10
SEALING RING 123025 10
FIXING PIN 167012 16
SEALING RING 125025 10
O-ORING 17.12 X 2.62 1
O-RING 211017 10
NOZZLE NUT 167013 3
MALE STUD WE6-PSR 1/4 TAPE 2
SCREW (59) 357086 8
SLIDE (54) 211007 8
SCREW (57) 357081 8
NUT (58) 357084 8
PLUG (18) 111001 10
SCREW (60) 357087 8
O-RING 9.75 X 1.78 (71) 1
SPRING (55) 211008 10
SPARE PART AND SEALING SET (51) 217046 3
VALVE STARING COMPLET 1
O-RING 100109 7
SLIDE O-RING (67) 123008 20
O-RING 100111 15
NUT (34) 120030 6
METAL DE BIELA 4
VALVE TAPPET 154020 16
PIN BEARING BUSH 111002 3
FLYWHEEL BEARING KIT 100197 1
PISTON RING I 113002 5
PISTON RING 11 113003 5
PISTON RING III 113005 5
PISTON IV 113006 3
INLET VALVE SEAT 20

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EXHAUST VALVE SEAT 120009 20

VALVE GUIDE 120022 32
EXHAUST VALVE 121040 16
INLET VALVE 121020 16

SPARE FOR MOTORGENERATORS

ITEM NO ID QUANTITY
51 02503 0750 KEYSTONE RING 28/11.8*3.3 20
51.06901-0156 GASKET 2
06.56930.2618 TURIC SEAL 2
51.96601.0575 GASKET 4
51.06901.0108 GASKET ASBESTO 6
51.08902.0131 GASKET ASBESTO 8
51.91701-0283   5
51.06520.0082 ORING SEAL 2
06.15033-0818 ARANDELA 3
51.93410.0110 BALL BEARING 4
06.56341.2122 TORIC SEAL 6
51.96 601.0577 GASKET 8
51.91701.0285 ARANDELA 5
51.09901.0033 GASKET ASBESTO 4
51.08902-0161 GASKET 10
51.96501.0493   20
51.05901.0098 GASKET ASBESTO 3
51.049902 0028 SEAL VALVE 20
06.56254.2203 GASKET OIL COOLER 6
51.04104.0023 VALVE COTLER 8
51.90490.0024 EXTERNAL HEX ROUND BOLT 10
51.90490.0021 EXTERNAL HEX ROUND BOT CAN 60
51.96.501.0522 ORING 20
51.90020.0293 HEX CODAR BOLT M18 12
51.02503-0651 BENELLED OIL SCRAPER RING #3 20
51.09901.0036 GASKET ASBESTO 4
51.02503-0661 RING #2 20
51.03901.0298 CYLINDER HEAT GASKET 10
51.03905-0135 GASKET 10
51.90490-0022   40
51.90020.0139   40
51.08901.0099   10
51.01114-6085   1
51.02410.6460 METAL  
51.01110.6528    
51.03201-0088    
51.90490.0023   30
51.03203-0184   10
51.03203-0242   12
51.08901-0099 GASKET EXHAUST ELBOW 10
51.04101-0478   10

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51.04101-0479   10
51.90490-0021 EXTERNAL HEX ROUND BOLT 10
51.90490-0024 EXTERNAL HEX ROUND BOLT 10
51.90020.-0293 HEX COLD BOLT M18 12
06.11064-2112   3
51.04902-0028 SEAL VALVE STEM D25/D28 20
51.93410-0118   1
51.09901-0033 GASKET ASBESTOS-FREE 4
51.96501-0522 TORIC SEAL 20
51.91701-0283   2
06.56930-2618 ORING 2
51.91701-0285   5
51.91701-0283   3
06.15033-0818 ARANDELA 3
51.93410-0110 BALL BEARING 4
51.02130-0032   1
51.96501-0493 ORINGS 20
51.95820-0012 POLEA 1
51.91605-0130   1
51.06520-0082   5
81.32801-6072   1
51.06501-0326 COOLING WATER PUMP 0
1457431326-850 FILTRO BOSCH 2
51.09399-6008 TURBOLADER KKK 2
E10KP D10 FILTRO HENGST 5
E25KP D11 FILTRO HENGST 1
51.06901-0114 GASKET 5
51.06901-0156 GASKET 2

SPARE PARTE FOR EMERGENCY MOTOR GENERATOR

ITEM ID QUANTITY
0337 1748CE 0155-08 FEIDER TELLER 3
0415 3697BE 0155-08 AUSLASSVENTI 1
210 3055 PLUNGER 1
0210 3045-E0150-17 VENTILFEDER 1
0336 380ZK 0150-01 METAL DE BANCADA 1 SET
0116 3817SE 8970-20 KLEMMKEGERHAELTTE 6
0116 1089CE8929-89 OELABSTREIFRING 1
0213 7568DE 0155-19 BUECHGE 2
0213 8223-ED150-17 DROCKVENTIL 1
0336 9305DE 0155-08 VENTILFEDER 3
0357 1660CE 0155-07 KOLBENBOLZEN 1
0223 0182-K0150-01 ANLCIUFRING 1
0213 7096DE 0155-08 FEDER TELLER 3

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0130 8524YE0148-17 DRUCKFEDER 1

0345 5813YE 5806-B6 DICHTRING 2
  METAL CONNECTING ROD 1 SET
0717 17222ZE 8929-57 KOLBERING 2

SPARES STARTING AIR COMPRESSORS

NUMERO PARTE DESCRIPCION CANTIDAD
1884 PISTON DE BAJA 1
1884 PISTON DE BAJA COMPLETO 1
63049 PISTON DE ALTA 2
5009 PACKING RING 6
2662 R-RING PISTON 2
2050459 TOD SCREW 4
50519 PISTON PIN BUSH 3
2034983 LAMELLA VALVE (BAJA) 1
2050520 BIG END BEARING PAIR 1
2002973 SECURING RING 2
2050519 GUDGEON PIN BUSING 1
2002543 N-RING 1
2002576 GROOVED PISTON RING 1
35191 NEEDLE ROLLER BEARING 2
2131 BOLT 4
60266 CYLINDER GASKET 2
2060266 GASKET 1
2576 S RING 1
2060264 PACKING 2
31103 ORING 1
2054816 STAY BOLT 1
35191   1
2050549 CLAMP 5
2973 SNAP RING 2
2060266 PACKING 2
60264 GASKET 2
5006 PACKING RING 4
2005029 GASKET 4
2034484 LAMELLA VALVE (ALTA) 1
63043 BOLT 5
  BALL BEARING 2208ECP 4
  BALL BEARING 6207 2
  BALL BEARING 6207 3

Spare part preparation for next dry dock

Spare parts for CPP and Bow Thruster provided by

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Records of the last three trips (speed, fuel consumption, etc.)

VOYAGE 1 VOYAGE 2 VOYAGE 3
Distance (NM) 219.23 655.5 675.76
Time (Hr) 20 58 71
Speed (Kt) 10.96 11.27 9.51
Consumption (m3) 9.58 24.98 32.27
Cargo (t) 3814 No cargo 1669.8

Class requirement to renew the class

Memoranda related to Class:
MO 16 issued 2014-02-24: Sewage tank to be ascertained and dealt with as requested (cleaning,
UTM measurements).
MO 35 issued 2019-04-03 overdue surveys to be carried out before any operation, trading or leaving
lay-up site.
Recommissioning Survey depending on Laid-up period: It includes sea trial including function testing
of min functions covered by class with due attention to instrumentation and safety alarms if laid-up
period more tha one year. Scope of recommissioning survey may be reduced if
maintained/preservation is applied during lay-up period.
If Laid-up period is less than one year being maintained or preserved like under normal operating
conditions, as it should be considered in this case (provided the laid-up period is ending now), the
class may consider that the vessel has been trading continuously. Hence recommissioning survey
may be just a formality.
Main Class Renewal: It shall be in accordance to DNV-GL requirements as implemented by the
attending Surveyor. Normally In addition to Annual Class requirements it includes, Inter-alia steel
renewal as per UTM Report No. UNIG/ACC/1018/J25 carried by a DNV-GL approved company at la
Paz, BC Mexico from 2018-10-04 to 2019-02-15 with following outstanding steel renewal:
 AFT PEAK TANK, FR-1 TO 11 / Ro Ro Deck plates B1 port, c1 port, D1 P&S, D2 port. Page 23;
 STRENGTH DECK PLATING (1 Deck; Plate C – Stringer) 9 th Plate fwd & aft. Page 57;
 HOTSPOTS Ro Ro deck as per Page 76;
 DECK AT 9930 MM Steel plate to renew 28.4 m2. Page 58;
 FORECASTLE DECK Steel to renew 3.91 m2. Pag 59.
It should be noted that additional scope of class requirements may be specially considered due to
the age of the vessel.
Bottom Survey Class Complete: to be held concurrently with main class renewal survey, including
Propeller Shaft Arrangements and Periodically Unattended Machinery Space Complete:

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VESSELS PARTICULARS-
Name MINI STAR
IMO Number 8805597
Previous Name WILSON STAR
Owner Baja Ferries S.A. de C.V.
Managers Baja Ferries S.A. de C.V.
La Paz, Baja California Sur
Mexico
Call Sign XCBG8
Port of Registry SALINA CRUZ
Flag MEXICO
Date of Build 1989-01
Ship Builder Setas KG Schiffswerft GmbH & Co., Hamburg, Germany
Hull Number 1024
Type of Vessel BULK CARRIER
Classification Society DNV-GL
Classification Notation

IMO Number 9550151

MMSI Number 345040032

DIMENSIONS Summer Deadweight 4452 t

Gross Tonnage 5593
Net Tonnage 1864
LOA 107.45 m
LBP 98.00 m
Breadth, mld 17.00 m
Depth to 1st deck 9.90 m
Depth to 2nd deck 5.58 m
Loaded Draught 6.07 m

MAIN CLASS SURVEYS -

Issued Due Date/Range

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Main Class Renewal 2014-01-20 2018-10-31 to 2019-04-04

Postponed until 2019-04-04
Main Class Intermediate 2016-04-05 2020-10-31 to 20122-04-30

Main Class Annual 2018-04-22 2018-10-31 to 2019-04-04

Laid-up
Continuous Survey Machinery
Bottom Survey complete
Propeller Shaft arrangements
Shaft – Propeller connection.
Postponed until 2019-04-04
2019-04-15
2019-10-31 to 2020-04-30
2016-04-05 2019-01-31 to 2019-04-04
Postponed until 2019-04-04
2013-07-12 2017-10-31 to 2019-04-04
Postponed until 2019-04-04
2013-07-12 2027-10-31 to 2029-01-31

Periodical UMS complete 2014-01-27 2018-04-31 to 2019-04-04

Postponed until 2019-04-04
Periodical UMS annual 2018-04-12 2018-10-31 to 2019-04-04
Postponed until 2019-04-04

Conditions of Class
NIL

Statutory Note:
The vessel has not been fitted with a Class approved Ballast Water Management System. An
extension of implementation schedule for approved water ballast water management method D-2
not sighted.
Regulation D-2 of the Ballast Water Management Convention shall be applied by the first renewal
survey of IOPP Certificate conducted on or after 8 September 2017.
Ultrasonic thickness reports
UTM Report No. UNIG/ACC/1018/J25 carried by a DNV-GL approved company at la Paz, BC Mexico
from 2018-10-04 to 2019-02-15 see Main Class renewal above with a list of outstanding steel
renewal.

STATUTORY CERTIFICATES
Statutory Certificate No. Issued Date Expiry Date
Cargo Ship Safety Construction DICM-005-0449 2018-06-13 2019-04-30
Attachment to the Cargo Ship Safety Construction
Certificate
Cargo Ship Safety Equipment DICM-072-0005 2019-02-08 2024-01-31
Record of Equipment for the Cargo Ship Safety

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Equipment Certificate (Model E)

Cargo Ship Safety Radio DICM-072-0003 2019-02-08 2024-01-31
Record of Equipment for the Cargo Ship Safety Radio DICM-072-0003 2019-02-08 ---
Certificate (Model R)
Minimum Safe Manning DICM-005-0345 2018-05-15 ---
International Oil Pollution Prevention DICM-072-0002 2019-02-08 2024-02-19
Supplement to the IOPP Certificate (Form A) DICM-072-0002 2019-02-08 ---
SOPEP Emergency Plan DICM-3255/18 2018-08-08 ---
International Ballast Water Management Certificate DICM-072-0017 2019-02-08 2024-02-31
International Load Line Certificate DICM-216-045-0317 2018-05-24 2019-04-30
International Tonnage Certificate DICM-216-045-0465 2018-06-12 ---

CONDITION REPORT
Hull
The full coating of the topsides, boot topping and anti-fouling are to be renewed during forcoming
dry-docking period.
The structural integrity of the hull appeared to be good and found without any obvious and
considerable damage or wastage.
Forecastle Deck and Store
The forecastle deck is raised above the main deck and was found to be adequately coated.

Main/Upper Deck
The main deck coating is good throughout its length.
Poop Deck
The poop deck is well coated.

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Mooring Machinery and Equipment

Two combined anchor windlasses and mooring winches are installed on the forecastle deck. Each
mooring winch section consists of two reeled polypropylene mooring ropes and a single capstan.
Mooring equipment visually examined but not tested.
All this equipment will be maintained an coated in dry-dock.
Cargo Holds
The cargo holds were in generally good condition with coating to renew during dry-docking period.
There were no significant damage, corrosion or wastage visible.
We were not able to test the bilge and water ingress alarms but they were reportedly operational
and regularly tested.
Hatch Covers
Hatch cover visually examined and Hatch Cover 3 operated.
The hydraulically operated hatch covers are of McGregor design arranged in folding pairs.

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The lower surfaces were found adequately coated no signs of significant corrosion. The panels are
adequately coated and free of corrosion.
Ballast Tanks
Forepeak and afterpeak tanks were internally inspected. The structural condition of the tanks was
good with no significant wastage, damages or temporary repairs seen. Description is given in the
Summary above.
Bridge and Communication Equipment
The navigation bridge is standard for this vessel and with a standard range of propriety marine
equipment to the level required by legislation. The GMDSS radio station is set off to port, a chart
table along the rear of the bridge with a small working space set to starboard aft. Both radars are
fitted with ARPA. It is reported that all the equipment is operating satisfactorily. A check of the
nautical publications and charts indicate that they are up to date.

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Galley, Provision and Refrigerated Rooms

The galley and provisions room were found in a good and clean condition.

Engine Room
The engine room has undergone a programme of cleaning and re-painting. The uptake area and the
boiler flat below is well lit and well coated. There is no evidence of exhaust leaks from the boiler,
generators or main engine.

The floor plates around the generators secured, relatively clean and well coated. Below the plates
there is no evidence of major oil or water leaks, with all the pipework secure and adequately coated.

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The engine room workshop was found clean and tidy with an adequate range of tools satisfactorily
stowed.
Engine Control Room

An engine control room is provided. The space is clean and tidy with a selection of instruction
manuals available.
All the covers were found intact on the panels with no evidence or overheating. All monitoring
devices were found in place and were reported to be operating satisfactorily.
Steering Gear
A two-ram hydraulic steering gear is provided. The system seen in operation, unit is well greased
and appears free of oil leaks.

The steering compartment is clean and with good coating condition.

Non-slip surface has been provided on the deck of the steering compartment.
Lifesaving, Fire and Safety Equipment
The ship is provided with the required range of LSA and firefighting equipment. A review of the
records indicates that all the equipment has been inspected and serviced as required by current
regulations. A random check of the equipment indicated that it is stowed as required by the relevant
and approved plans. All items were found to be in a clean and serviceable condition.

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Maintenance Records
All maintenance records are recorded manually in the ship’s computer and reported monthly to the
managing office.
All current maintenances works were being carried out according to the plan and as per equipment
manufacturer’s guidelines.

TECHNICAL APPENDIX
COMMUNICATIONS/GMDSS EQUIPMENT
GMDSS for sea areas: A1 A2 A3
Report on survey of GMDSS Radio Installation carried out by a DNV-GL approved servicing radio
company on 2019-01-17.
Containers
On Deck 180 TEU or 90 FEU
Stack load on deck 40 ton per 20’ or 50 ton per 40’ stack

Permissible Load t/m2

Weather Deck Hatch Covers 1.73

Hatch Dimensions (m) L w

Hatch No. 1 25.50 14.50
Hatch No. 2 12.60 10.10
Hatch No. 3 25.50 14.50
3
Hold height (m) Hold Volume (m ) Deck area (m2)
Main deck 5.50 6.687 1,216
Lower deck 4.19 3.079 735

DISCLAIMER
Clients are respectfully reminded that this report is the product of a Superficial Inspection conducted
'against the clock'. Whilst we are of the opinion that we have established the overall condition of the
vessel, it should be borne in mind that much of the internal structure has not been entered and that
majority of equipment was not working during the inspection.
Any opinions expressed in this report are without prejudice to the interests of any or all the parties
concerned.
Clients are respectfully reminded that this is a Copyright report produced by GLOBAL MARITIME
CONSULTANT GROUP for the exclusive use of the Client.
This report is issued by the GMCG under its Terms and Conditions for Inspection.

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