HCNG-1706-8739-7013 Closed Out

Revised Ship Inspection
Report (SIRE) Programme
Report Number HCNG-1706-8739-7013
Report Template VIQ7 - Petroleum (4401)
Vessel Name LIBERTY
IMO Number 9207027
Date of Inspection 28 Nov 2023
Port of Inspection Malaysia Tanjung Pelepas [MYTPP]
Inspecting Company Maxcom Petroli S.p.A.
Selected variants Crude oil washing

Inert Gas
Pumproom
STS operations
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Report for LIBERTY [HCNG-1706-8739-7013, Date: 28 Nov 2023]
Section 1
Chapter 1: General Information
General Information
1.1 Name of the vessel: LIBERTY
1.2 Vessel IMO Number: 9207027
1.3 Date the inspection was completed: 28 Nov 2023
1.4 Was a full inspection of the vessel completed Yes
1.5 Port of inspection: Malaysia Tanjung Pelepas [MYTPP]
1.6 Flag: Cameroon
1.7 Deadweight: (metric tonnes) 160240.00

Other Inspector Comments: The vessel was assigned multiple load line certificates corresponding to deadweights of
160240 and 149990 metric tons. The load line corresponding to the deadweight of 149990 metric tons was in use at the
time of the inspection.
1.8 Date the vessel was delivered: 16 Oct 2000
1.9 Name of the OCIMF inspecting company: Maxcom Petroli S.p.A.
1.10 Date and time the inspector boarded the vessel 28 Nov 2023. 09:00 (UTC +08:00)
1.11 Date and time the inspector departed the vessel 28 Nov 2023. 18:00 (UTC +08:00)
1.12 Time taken for inspection. 8.30

Other Inspector Comments: The meal break for lunch was about 30 minutes.
1.13 Name of the inspector: For inspecting company only
1.14 Is an up to date OCIMF Harmonised Vessel Particulars Questionnaire Yes

(HVPQ) maintained and is it readily available?
1.15 Vessel's operation at the time of the inspection: STS discharging
1.16 Product(s) being handled: Dirty petroleum products (high flashpoint)
© Copyright OCIMF 2023 2/31

1.17 Vessel type: Crude/Product Tanker
1.18 Hull type: Double hull
1.19 Name of the vessel's operator: Skyward Shipmanagement Corp
1.20 Date the current operator assumed responsibility for the vessel: 12 May 2023
1.21 Date of the last port State control inspection: 24 Nov 2023
1.22 Port of the last Port State Control inspection: NIPA, INDONESIA
Other Inspector Comments: Nil deficiency was raised.
1.23 Name of Classification society: Other (Please specify)

Other Inspector Comments: Mediterranean Shipping Register.
1.24 Date of expiry of the Class Certificate: 02 Sep 2024
1.25 Date of departure from the last class-credited drydock/repair period or 15 Aug 2022
in water survey
1.26 Does the vessel have a recent class Survey Status Report and are past Yes
Class Survey Records complete:
Other Inspector Comments: The latest Class Status Survey Report dated 23 November 2023 was available on board for
verification.
Additional Comments
1.99 Additional Comments

Master and Crew extended their fullest support including accompanying the inspector throughout the inspection process.
The vessel was well prepared for the inspection and the Master had arranged for all required documentation to be placed
in the Ship's Office. Opening and closing meetings were held here in the presence of the senior officers. The Master,
officers, and crew of the vessel were co-operative cooperative throughout the inspection and were also receptive to
inspection requirements.
The vessel was ICE Classed 3 for light ice conditions and no additional equipment in compliance with Chapter 12, thus this
variant was not selected for this report.

Chapter 2: Certification and Documentation
Certification
2.1.9 What is the vessel's designation as recorded in the IOPP Certificate, 4 Crude oil/product carrier
Form B, Question 1.11?
2.2 Is the vessel's P and I Club a member of the International Group? No

Other Inspector Comments: The Continental Steamship Owners Mutual P&I Association.

Crew details on 28 Nov 2023
Officer Crew
Years in service
Rank Watch Nationality Cert. Issuing Admin. Tanker Specialised Radio Oper- Rank Tanker All Watch Mo. English
keeper Comp. country accept cert. Tanker qual. ator type types tour prof.
on this Training
ship?
Master Yes Russian Master Russian Yes Oil and Advanced Yes 1.3 2.0 10.0 11.0 9.0 0.90 Good
II/2 Federation Chemic
al
Chief Yes Russian Chief Russian Yes Oil Advanced Yes 0.1 2.0 3.6 6.6 5.2 0.90 Good
Mate Mate Federation
II/2
2nd Yes Russian OOW Russian Yes Oil Advanced Yes 0.4 2.4 3.1 4.4 3.1 1.77 Good
Officer (Deck) Federation
II/1
3rd Yes Russian OOW Russian Yes Oil and Advanced Yes 0.1 0.9 2.8 2.8 1.6 1.10 Good
Officer (Deck) Federation Chemic
II/1 al
Engineer Crew
Years in service
Rank Watch Nationality Cert. Issuing Admin. Tanker Specialised Radio Oper- Rank Tanker All Watch Mo. English
keeper Comp. country accept cert. Tanker qual. ator type types tour prof.
on this Training
ship?
Chief Yes Russian Chief Russian Yes Oil and Advanced N/A 1.7 7.0 11.0 12.8 11.6 0.90 Good
Engineer Eng Federation Chemic
III/2 al
2nd Yes Russian Second Russian Yes Oil and Advanced N/A 1.1 7.1 9.5 11.0 8.6 0.87 Good
Engineer Eng Federation Chemic
III/2 al
3rd Yes Russian OOW Russian Yes Oil Advanced N/A 0.6 1.0 3.6 4.6 1.6 0.90 Good
Engineer (Eng) Federation
III/1

Section 2
Key questions marked Yes without comment.
Certification
2.1
Safety Management and the Operators Procedures Manuals
2.3, 2.6
Survey and Repair History
2.7
Anti Pollution
2.10, 2.12, 2.14
Structure
2.15
Chapter 3: Crew Management
Crew Management
3.2, 3.4
Crew Qualifications
3.6
Chapter 4: Navigation and Communications
Policies, Procedures and Documentation
4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.6
Navigation Equipment
4.7, 4.8, 4.9, 4.10, 4.11, 4.15, 4.16, 4.17, 4.18, 4.20
Communications
4.21, 4.22, 4.23, 4.24, 4.25, 4.26, 4.27
Chapter 5: Safety Management

Safety Management
5.1, 5.2, 5.4, 5.5, 5.6, 5.9, 5.11
Drills, Training and Familiarisation
5.12, 5.13, 5.14, 5.15
Enclosed Space and Pump Room Entry Procedures:
5.16, 5.17, 5.18, 5.19
Monitoring Non-Cargo Spaces:
5.21, 5.22
Hot Work Procedures
5.24, 5.25
Life Saving Equipment
5.27, 5.28, 5.29, 5.30, 5.31, 5.32, 5.33
Fire Fighting Equipment
5.34, 5.35, 5.36, 5.38, 5.40, 5.42, 5.43, 5.44, 5.45
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
5.46
Chapter 6: Pollution Prevention
Cargo Operations and Deck Area Pollution Prevention
6.6, 6.7, 6.8, 6.9, 6.10
Pump Rooms and Oil Discharge Monitors
6.11, 6.12
Engine and Steering Compartments
6.16, 6.17, 6.20
Chapter 7: Maritime Security
Policies and Procedures
7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9, 7.11, 7.13

Cyber Security
7.14, 7.15, 7.16, 7.17
Chapter 8: Cargo and Ballast Systems - Petroleum
8.1, 8.2, 8.3
Stability and Cargo Loading Limitations
8.5, 8.6
Cargo Operations and Related Safety Management
8.7, 8.8
Ullaging, Sampling and Closed Operations
8.16, 8.17, 8.18
Venting Arrangements
8.21
Inert Gas System
8.23, 8.24, 8.25, 8.26, 8.28, 8.30, 8.31
Crude Oil Washing
8.32, 8.33, 8.35
Manifold Arrangements
8.41, 8.43
Pump Rooms
8.44, 8.45, 8.46, 8.47, 8.48
Cargo Lifting Equipment
8.50
Ship to Ship Transfer Operations
8.51, 8.52, 8.53, 8.54
Chapter 9: Mooring

Mooring Equipment Documentation and Management
9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 9.5
Mooring procedures
9.13
Mooring equipment
9.14, 9.15, 9.17, 9.18, 9.19
Anchoring equipment
9.20, 9.21, 9.22, 9.23, 9.24
Emergency Towing Arrangements
9.28
Chapter 10: Engine and Steering Compartments
10.3, 10.5, 10.6, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10
Planned Maintenance
10.12, 10.13
Safety Management
10.14, 10.15, 10.16, 10.17
10.18, 10.20, 10.24, 10.25, 10.26, 10.27, 10.28, 10.29, 10.31
Machinery Status
10.32, 10.33, 10.34, 10.35, 10.37, 10.38
Steering Compartment
10.39, 10.40, 10.41, 10.42, 10.43
Chapter 11: General Appearance and Condition
Hull, superstructure and external weather decks
11.1, 11.2, 11.4, 11.5, 11.6, 11.7, 11.8

Electrical Equipment
11.9, 11.10, 11.11
Internal Spaces
11.12
Accomodation Areas
11.13, 11.14, 11.15, 11.16, 11.17

Section 3
Safety Management and the Operators Procedures Manuals
2.4 Does the Operator's representative visit the vessel at least bi-annually? Y N NS NA
Other Inspector Comments: The Marine Superintendent and Technical Superintendent
inspected on 24 August 2023.
2.5 Is a recent operator's internal audit report available and is a close-out system in place for Y N NS NA
dealing with non-conformities?
Other Inspector Comments: The last internal audit was carried out on 24 August 2023. Nil NC
and 3 observations were raised by the Auditor.
Survey and Repair History
2.8 Has the vessel been enrolled in a Classification Society Condition Assessment programme Y N NS NA
(CAP)?
Other Inspector Comments: CAP certification was issued by MSR Condition Assessment
Programme. The following rating was issued:
Hull Structure: 1
Machinery & Electrical System: 1
Cargo System: 1
Date CAP survey was completed on 22 August 2023.
2.9 Are procedures in place to carry out regular inspections of cargo and ballast tanks, void spaces, Y N NS NA
trunks and cofferdams by the vessel's personnel and are records maintained?
Other Inspector Comments: As per company policy water ballast tanks are to be inspected
within twelve months cycle and cargo tanks within thirty-six months. Ballast tanks were
inspected in November 2023 and cargo tanks No. 1 P was inspected on 10 March 2023 after
tank cleaning.

Anti Pollution
2.11 If the disposal of engine room oily water or sludge to a cargo or slop tank has taken place, has Y N NS NA
the event been recorded in both Oil Record Books, was the receiving tank free of cargo and
have the transfer arrangements been approved as per IOPP Form B?
2.13 Is the vessel provided with an approved Ballast Water and Sediments Management Plan, are Y N NS NA
records maintained of all ballast water exchanges or treatment operations and are the officers
aware of BWM requirements?
Other Inspector Comments: As per ballast water management certificate of compliance states
D1 - Sequential Method.
Structure
2.16 If any cargo / ballast tanks, void or hold spaces were sighted from the deck, were they in good Y N NS NA
order, free from oil contamination and could the vessel easily check or sample segregated
ballast prior to deballasting?
Other Inspector Comments: WBT # 3 Port & # 3 Starboard side were sighted from deck level
through the small hatch cover and found all in good condition, coatings were intact with no
traces of oil. Sighting ports or sampling ports were also available on manhole covers of
respective tanks.
Additional Comments
Chapter 3: Crew Management

Crew Management
3.1 Does the manning level meet or exceed that required by the Minimum Safe Manning Y N NS NA
Document?
Other Inspector Comments: Manning level was meeting/exceeding the requirement as follows:
Deck Officers: Minimum 4 / Actual 4.
Deck Ratings: Minimum 5 / Actual 5.
Engineer Officers: Minimum 3 / Actual 8.
Engine Ratings: Minimum 2 / Actual 8.
Additionally, there was 1 Cook, 1 Steward, 1 Electrician, 1 Deck cadet and 1 Engine cadet.
Total complement was 30
3.3 Are all personnel able to communicate effectively in a common language? Y N NS NA

Other Inspector Comments: English was the common working language.
Crew Qualifications
3.5 Does the officers' matrix posted for the vessel on the SIRE website accurately reflect the Y N NS NA
information relating to the officers on board at the time of the inspection?
Other Inspector Comments: It was noted that the Master and Chief Offocer had sign on the
same date. The completion of the previous Captain's contract and an urgent need to appoint a
new Senior Assistant, the Owner has decided to simultaneously replace both. This decision
accepted due to the Master , having previously served on this vessel.
3.7 If the vessel is equipped with an Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) have Y N NS NA
the Master and deck officers undertaken both, generic training and type-specific familiarisation
on the system fitted onboard?
Other Inspector Comments: The Master and deck officers were each in possession of
certificates for generic and type specific shore based ECDIS training. Additionally, they had
completed an on board ECDIS familiarization checklist upon joining the vessel.

Drug and Alcohol Policy
3.8 Does the operator have measures in place to prevent Drug and Alcohol abuse in accordance Y N NS NA
with OCIMF guidance?
Other Inspector Comments: An unannounced shore Drug & Alcohol test was carried out on
board every 12 months and was last done on 2 November 2023 by an independent agency
"ARCHIMED-T". An unannounced on board alcohol test was carried out monthly as per office
instruction and was last done on 9 November 2023. All results were negative.
Additional Comments
Chapter 4: Navigation and Communications
4.5 Are the deck officers' familiar with the operators Under Keel Clearance policy, able to Y N NS NA
demonstrate satisfactory UKC calculations for the last voyage and is the policy comprehensive?
Other Inspector Comments: Minimum Under Keel Clearance to be maintained:
Open /Deep sea passage: 50% of static draft
Coastal /shallow water passage: 20% of static draft
Port approaches, channel, fairways: 10% of static draft
At SBM/CBM: 20% of static draft
Whilst moored/alongside: 1.5% of vessel's breadth
At anchor (Protected waters): 10% of static draft
At anchor (Unprotected waters): 20% of static draft
Additionally, during transit Malacca and Singapore straits with draft more than 15 meters and
above: - 3.5 meters of the vessels static draft

Navigation Equipment
4.12 Is there an effective Chart and Publication (Paper and Electronic) Management System in place Y N NS NA
and are the deck officer's familiar with the process including the effective management of T
and P notices?
Other Inspector Comments: Charts and Publications outfit management service was provided
by a shore vendor. ENCs on the ECDIS units were updated till NTM week 47/2023. The T& P
corrections were interfaced on the ECDIS units using AIO updates.
4.13 Are deck officers aware of the requirements for managing Navtex and Navarea Warnings and is Y N NS NA
there evidence of an effective system in place to monitor these warnings?
Other Inspector Comments: The Navtex self-test was carried out with a satisfactory printout.
Navtex correction was automatically applied on the ECDIS with a manual counter check carried
out by the 2nd Officer.
4.14 Are Master and deck officer's familiar with the operation of the ECDIS system fitted on board? Y N NS NA
Other Inspector Comments: Two sets of Electronic Chart Display System (ECDIS) as primary and
as back-up means of navigation were fitted on board.
4.19 Is the master and deck officers aware of the requirements for the echo sounder and is there Y N NS NA
evidence that it has been in use as appropriate during the voyage?
Other Inspector Comments: The echo sounder safety depth alarm was tested during this
inspection and found working satisfactory.
Additional Comments
Chapter 5: Safety Management

Safety Management
5.3 Is the appointed Safety Officer suitably trained, aware of his responsibilities and is there Y N NS NA
evidence to show that the safety officer has been effectively performing duties associated with
this role?
Other Inspector Comments: The Chief Officer was the safety officer and he had attended
appropriate training.
5.7 Are crew members participating in safety meetings and is there evidence of effective Y N NS NA
discussions on safety related issues with shore management feedback?
Other Inspector Comments: The safety meeting was held monthly with all officers and crew
members. The operators comments were available.
5.8 Are the crew aware of the requirements for reporting of accidents, incidents, non-conformities Y N NS NA
and near misses and is there an effective system of reporting and follow up investigation in
place?
Other Inspector Comments: An average of 2 Near Miss reports are submitted monthly by all
ranks and departments.
5.10 Are the crew aware of the requirements to keep external doors, ports and windows closed in Y N NS NA
port and is the accommodation space atmosphere maintained at a slightly higher pressure
than that of the ambient air?
Other Inspector Comments: Only one access door was used as entry and exit from the
accommodation.
Enclosed Space and Pump Room Entry Procedures:
5.20 Are the crew aware of the permanent arrangements provided for lifting an incapacitated Y N NS NA
person from the cargo and, if applicable, the ballast pumproom, including provision of a
suitable stretcher or harness and is the equipment in good order?
Other Inspector Comments: Safety harnesses and stretcher were available to be utilized at the
bottom platform with properly fitted lifting arrangements.

Gas Analysing Equipment
5.23 Does the vessel have appropriate duplicate portable gas detection equipment suitable for the Y N NS NA
cargoes carried, are the officers' familiar with the operation, calibration and is the equipment
being maintained in accordance with manufacturers and industry recommendations?
Other Inspector Comments: Various span gases used for calibration of gas detectors on board
were checked and found valid within expiry dates at the time of inspection.
Hot Work Procedures
5.26 Is gas welding and burning equipment in good order and spare oxygen and acetylene cylinders Y N NS NA
stored apart in a well-ventilated location outside of the accommodation and engine room?
Other Inspector Comments: Oxygen and acetylene regulators with flashback arrestors were
fitted at the storage cylinders outside of the accommodation and at the outlet in the engine
room workshop.
5.37 Are the crew aware of the location and use of the International Shore Connection, is it readily Y N NS NA
available externally, is a fire control plan exhibited within the accommodation, also a copy
available externally and equipment correctly marked on the plan?
Other Inspector Comments: One set of international shore connections was always kept at the
manifold in use.
5.39 Are officers aware of the requirements for testing fixed fire detection and alarm systems and Y N NS NA
are the systems in good order and tested regularly?
Other Inspector Comments: As per records on board, all fire detectors including manual call
points were randomly tested on a weekly basis and all detectors were completed within 3
months period.
5.41 Is the emergency fire pump in full operational condition, starting instructions clearly displayed Y N NS NA
and are officers able to operate the pump?
Other Inspector Comments: Emergency Fire Pump located in the steering gear platform was
started and pressure built up to 6 kg/cm2.

Access
5.47 Is the vessel provided with a safe means of access and are all available means of access Y N NS NA
(gangway / accommodation ladder / pilot ladder / transfer basket) in good order and well
maintained?
Other Inspector Comments: The ships accommodation ladder was rigged on the port side for
safe access.
Sample Arrangements
5.48 Is there a suitable means for storing of cargo and bunker samples cargo and bunker sample Y N NS NA
locker situated within the main cargo area and is it in good order?
Other Inspector Comments: Cargo and bunker samples were kept in the Paint Store, which was
protected with water sprinkler.
Additional Comments
Chapter 6: Pollution Prevention

Pollution Prevention
6.1 Are the ship's crew familiar with their duties in relation to the Shipboard Oil Pollution Y N NS NA
Emergency Plan (SOPEP) / Shipboard Marine Pollution Emergency Plan (SMPEP), is the plan
maintained updated with emergency contacts readily available?
Other Inspector Comments: The Class approved SOPEP was found updated with the latest
contact list and inventory list, these were available for review.
6.2 Is the ship fitted with a main deck boundary coaming and scupper arrangement that is Y N NS NA
effectively plugged during operations?
Other Inspector Comments: The scuppers were plugged with neoprene type plugs.
6.3 Are means readily available for dealing with small oil or chemical spills? Y N NS NA
Other Inspector Comments: Pneumatic spill pumps were mounted on the port and starboard
side at the after end of the main deck with fixed piping was used for suction and discharge was
connected to ROT.
Cargo Operations and Deck Area Pollution Prevention
6.4 Are Annex 1 and 2 overboard valves and cargo system sea valves suitably secured, thoroughly Y N NS NA
checked closed prior to commencement of cargo transfer and where provided, sea valve-
testing arrangements in order and regularly monitored for leakage?
Other Inspector Comments: Annex 1 overboard valve was found locked, closed, lashed, sealed,
and blanked, with warning notice found posted locally. Annex I and cargo system sea valves
were found shut, lashed, sealed, and blanked.
6.5 If ballast lines pass through cargo and/or Bunker tanks are they tested regularly, and the results Y N NS NA
recorded?
Pump Rooms and Oil Discharge Monitors
6.13 If an ODME is fitted, is it in good order, well maintained and any operational downtime Y N NS NA
recorded in the ORB?
Other Inspector Comments: ODME was regularly tested monthly and was found working
satisfactorily. Entry was logged down in the Oil Record Book.

Engine and Steering Compartments
6.14 Are the engine room bilge oily water pumping and disposal arrangements in good order? Y N NS NA
Other Inspector Comments: No direct connection from the bilge pump to the overboard line.
6.15 Are emergency bilge pumping arrangements ready for immediate use; is the emergency bilge Y N NS NA
suction clearly identified and, where fitted, is the emergency overboard discharge valve
provided with a notice warning against accidental opening?
Other Inspector Comments: Warning Notice posted next to wheel and found chain lashing
intact with seal in place.
6.18 Are specific warning notices posted to safeguard against the accidental opening of the Y N NS NA
overboard discharge valve from the oily water separator?
Other Inspector Comments: Warning Notice posted do not open without authorization.
6.19 If the oily water separator is not fitted with an automatic stopping device, do entries in the Oil Y N NS NA
Record Book Part 1 indicate that it has not been used in a Special Area?
Other Inspector Comments: Oily Water Separator fitted with 15 ppm automatic stopping
device and alarm.
Ballast Water Management
6.21 If the vessel is provided with an approved Ballast Water Treatment System, is the system in Y N NS NA
good order, used where required and are officer's familiar with the safe operation of the same?
6.22 Where a Ballast Water Treatment Plant is fitted is it maintained in accordance with Y N NS NA
manufacturers and vessels planned maintenance requirements?
Additional Comments

Chapter 7: Maritime Security
Policies and Procedures
7.5 Has the ship's security officer been trained to undertake this role and do they understand their Y N NS NA
responsibilities?
Other Inspector Comments: The Chief Officer was the designated Ship Security Officer and had
attended formal training to suit this portfolio.
7.10 Does the vessel have procedures for vessel hardening? Y N NS NA

Other Inspector Comments: The vessel was provided with company hardening procedures and
razor wires.
7.12 Is an adequate deck watch being maintained to prevent unauthorised access in port? Y N NS NA
Other Inspector Comments: The inspector's photo identity was verified during boarding at the
gangway. The details were registered in the log & visitor pass card was issued.
Additional Comments
Chapter 8: Cargo and Ballast Systems - Petroleum
Stability and Cargo Loading Limitations
8.4 If a loading computer or programme is in use, is it class approved, regularly tested and are Y N NS NA
officers aware of the test requirements including damage stability?
Other Inspector Comments: The stability loading program was class approved with damage
stability calculations incorporated. The accuracy test was carried out quarterly.
Cargo Operations and Related Safety Management
8.9 Are officers aware of the column/cofferdam purging routines where deep well pumps are fitted Y N NS NA
and is the pump leakage within tolerable limits?

8.10 Are the officers and ratings aware of the location of the cargo pump emergency stops, is the Y N NS NA
emergency cargo pump shutdown system in good order and is there recorded evidence of
regular testing?
Other Inspector Comments: Cargo pump emergency stops were tested prior to every cargo
operation.
8.11 Are the cargo and ballast system valves in good order and is there recorded evidence of regular Y N NS NA
testing?
Other Inspector Comments: Testing of cargo and ballast valves was carried out every three
months.
8.12 Are the cargo system ullage gauges, vapour locks and UTI tapes in good order and is there Y N NS NA
recorded evidence of regular testing?
Other Inspector Comments: Fixed gauging system was fitted and operational. Additionally,
vessel has three UTI tapes calibrated annually and one UTI sampler.
8.13 Are the remote and local temperature and pressure sensors and gauges in good order and is Y N NS NA
there recorded evidence of regular testing?
Other Inspector Comments: Comparison records were available for review.
8.14 Are the cargo tank high level and overfill alarms in good order and is there recorded evidence Y N NS NA
of regular testing?
Other Inspector Comments: Overfill Alarm for COT # 5S was tested and found to work
satisfactorily. Records of testing prior cargo operation were verified.
8.15 Where fitted, is the condition of the cargo tank heating system satisfactory, is it regularly Y N NS NA
tested and is any observation tank free of oil?
Other Inspector Comments: Heating coils were fitted in all cargo oil tanks and were not in use
for present cargo.

Venting Arrangements
8.19 Are the officers aware of the primary and secondary cargo tank venting systems and are the Y N NS NA
systems functioning correctly?
Other Inspector Comments: The primary venting system was pressure vacuum valves, and the
secondary venting system was pressure sensors fitted in each cargo tank. Primary means of
venting were provided by independent P/V valves fitted to each cargo oil tank, with a setting of
+1400/-350 mmWG. Pressure sensors (secondary means) were fitted for each cargo tank with
a monitoring system in the cargo control room (set to alarm at 1540 / +100 mmWG). The mast
riser and PV Breaker were connected to the inert gas main line.
8.20 If stop valves are fitted which permit isolation of individual tanks from the common venting Y N NS NA
system, are they provided with positive locking arrangements and are the keys under the
control of the person in overall charge of the cargo transfer?
Other Inspector Comments: Positive locking arrangements was by a special key under Chief
Officer's care.
Inert Gas System
8.22 Was the inert gas system in use and operating satisfactorily at the time of the inspection? Y N NS NA
Other Inspector Comments: The inert gas panel located in the cargo control room indicated
that the oxygen content was 2.0%.
8.27 Is the liquid level in the deck seal at the correct level, clearly visible and are officers aware of Y N NS NA
requirements to periodically check the level?
Other Inspector Comments: Deck Seal was inspected every 6 months. The water level was at a
normal level during the cargo operations.
8.29 If the vessel is provided with a nitrogen generator / bottle manifold system, are the officers Y N NS NA
and crew aware of the specific hazards associated with nitrogen gas?

Crude Oil Washing
8.34 If the vessel is Crude Oil Washing, has the COW system been tested for integrity, appropriate Y N NS NA
checks complete and all associated COW equipment in good operational order?
Other Inspector Comments: Current Cargo was fuel oil and does not require COW.
8.36 Are records maintained of previous COW operations? Y N NS NA

Other Inspector Comments: Vessel had not carried crude oil since taken over.
Manifold Arrangements
8.42 If the vessel is fitted with vapour return manifolds, are they in good order including those for Y N NS NA
SBM use as appropriate?
Other Inspector Comments: Vapour return system manifolds (VRSM) were not designed for use
at SBM.
Cargo Hoses
8.49 If the vessel uses its own cargo hoses, are they in good order, pressure tested annually and is a Y N NS NA
record of all hose tests and inspections maintained on board?
Ship to Ship Transfer Operations
8.55 If a ship-to-ship transfer was in progress during the inspection, was it conducted in accordance Y N NS NA
with the recommendations of the OCIMF/ICS STS Transfer Guide?
Other Inspector Comments: STS Discharge operation was in progress at Port of Tanjung Pelepas
designated STS area to daughter vessel PVT Synergy,
Additional Comments
Chapter 9: Mooring

Mooring Equipment Documentation and Management
9.4 Have the operator's policies on line inspections, retirement and wear zone management been Y N NS NA
implemented as outlined in the Line Management Plan?
Other Inspector Comments: Mooring wires were to be replaced at 5 years of service or more
earlier depending on their condition, and to be changed end-to-end once every 2.5 years.
Mooring tails were to be replaced at 18 months.
9.6 If one or more bow stoppers are fitted, is a certificate attesting to the safe working load Y N NS NA
provided?
Other Inspector Comments: Two Bow stoppers were fitted at forecastle deck with SWL of 200
tons.
9.7 Is there a policy in place for the testing of winch brakes and are the results recorded? Y N NS NA
Other Inspector Comments: Brake Holding Capacity test was carried out annually.

Mooring procedures
9.8 Are moorings satisfactorily deployed and tended? Y N NS NA

Other Inspector Comments: Vessel was in STS operation with daughter vessel PVT Synergy on
the starboard side. All mooring lines were from daughter vessel with mooring arrangements at
forward and aft 3 x 2.
9.9 Are mooring lines secured to bitts and turned up correctly? Y N NS NA
9.10 Are all powered mooring lines correctly reeled on drums, secured on brakes and winches out Y N NS NA
of gear.
9.11 On split drum winches are all the lines made fast with no more than one layer on each tension Y N NS NA
side of the drum?
Other Inspector Comments: Vessel fitted with split drums mooring winches, as per discussion
with the Chief Officer minimum of 5 turns on the tension side of the drums and not more than
one layer.
9.12 If mooring tails are fitted to wires or HMSF lines, do they have proper connections and are they Y N NS NA
correctly fitted?
Other Inspector Comments: Securing arrangements utilized on board were Mandal shackle.
Mooring equipment
9.16 If mooring winches in a gas hazardous area are electrically powered, are motors Ex 'd' rated Y N NS NA
and have insulation tests been carried out and the results recorded.
Other Inspector Comments: Mooring winches were hydraulically operated.

Single Point Moorings
9.25 Is single point mooring (SPM) and associated equipment fitted to OCIMF recommendations? Y N NS NA
Inspector Observations: The bow stoppers swl fitted on board were noted 200 tons. This is not
meeting recommendation of minimum 350 tons swl.
Initial Operator Comments: Root Cause.
Vessel design. Legacy from previous Owner.
Corrective& Preventive Actions
Issue is well known to the Office and always taken into account prior fixing voyage order.
Consideration for BOW stopper modification will be given for the next dry-docking.
9.26 If the vessel is equipped for mooring at single point moorings, does it meet the Y N NS NA
recommendations as applicable, contained in Mooring Equipment Guidelines?
Inspector Observations: Bow stopper was fitted in such a way that the direction of line passing
through the bow stopper passing two pedestal rollers before going to the windlass tension
drum was noted more than 90 degrees.
Initial Operator Comments: Root Cause
Ship’s design.
Corrective Action
This vessel's of a standard design and while the layout is not ideal they are able to moor safely
to SPM’s. In addition to mitigate risks involved with mooring operations the vessel has a
schematic mooring arrangements picture posted on the forecastle, showing snap back zones to
remind personnel of dangers associated with parting ropes. Also, as per company procedures,
before every single point mooring operations, a Risk Assessment is required to be carried out by
the vessel in cooperation with office.
Preventive Action
Not applicable.
9.27 If the vessel is fitted with a hydraulically operated bow stopper, are safeguards provided to Y N NS NA
prevent its accidental release?
Emergency Towing Arrangements
9.29 Does the vessel have on board Emergency Towing Procedures? Y N NS NA

Other Inspector Comments: Emergency Towing Booklet was located at the Bridge, forward
mooring station and cargo control room.

Additional Comments
Chapter 10: Engine and Steering Compartments
10.1 Are the engineers aware of the procedures for safe operation of the machinery plant including Y N NS NA
their duties and watch standing instructions as per the Company SMS and are these
instructions clearly defined?
Inspector Observations: It was noted when tested that the signal column located in the engine
room workshop and outside of the engine control room at 2 locations, no audible alarms was
heard. Spare part requisition was raised on 24 Nov 2023 and awaiting supply.
Equipment failure prior inspection.
Corrective Action.
A formal TRA has been developed and approved by the office.The Company procedure for
vessels not fitted with a fixed system or if the system fails where it is installed was
implemented onboard, proper records kept, since the failure of the system.
Further investigation revealed burnt PC board.Requisition for a new issued.
Problem was rectified upon receipt of spares after inspection.PC board was renewed.System
tested and found operational.
Preventive Action.
Observation is circulated to all Company ships and superintendents for information and
prevention, will be further verified during future visits of Company representatives onboard, all
ships are reminded on the Company TRA procedure.
Attachment: recified.pdf
10.2 If the machinery space is certified for unmanned operation is it being safely operated in that Y N NS NA
mode without regular alarms occurring under normal conditions?
Other Inspector Comments: Vessel was certified UMS, however the ship manager had
authorized vessel to be operated in manned mode without going into UMS mode.
10.4 Are the engineers familiar with safe entry requirements to the machinery space when Y N NS NA
operating in the UMS mode, especially with regards to use of the dead man alarm where
fitted?
Other Inspector Comments: Engine room was manned continuously.
10.7 Does the operator subscribe to a fuel, lube and hydraulic oil testing programme on a frequency Y N NS NA
in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations and are there procedures to act on
these results?
Other Inspector Comments: The fuel oil sample was sent to the shore laboratory for analysis
after each bunker operation. The last two bunker analyses were checked and found within
acceptable limits. Lubricants for Main Engine, Auxiliary Engines every 3 months. Last done on
15 November 2023 and were found fit for continuous usage. Steering Gear No.1 and No.2,
Stern Tube, Windlass including mooring winches, emergency generator, COPT and valve
remote control system every 6 months, Last done on 15 November 2023 and were found fit for
continuous usage.
10.11 If the vessel is fitted with a class approved Exhaust Gas Cleaning System are the officers well Y N NS NA
familiar with the system and safety requirements and are these documented?
10.19 Are diesel engine fuel delivery pipes adequately jacketed or screened, exhaust lines and hot Y N NS NA
surfaces protected from spray and surrounding areas free from fuel or lube oil leakage?
Other Inspector Comments: The fuel oil leak off alarms for auxiliary engine No.1 was tested
and found working satisfactory.
10.21 If the vessel class notation allows UMS operation, are main engine bearing temperature Y N NS NA
monitors, or the crankcase oil mist detector, in good order?
Other Inspector Comments: The Oil Mist Detector for Main Engine was satisfactorily tested.
10.22 Where hydraulic aggregate pumps are located within the main engine compartment, is an oil Y N NS NA
mist detector fitted?
10.23 Are the main switchboard, alternators and other electrical equipment satisfactorily protected Y N NS NA
from water spray?
Other Inspector Comments: Main switchboard located inside engine control room.
10.30 Is the bilge high level alarm system regularly tested and are records maintained? Y N NS NA
Other Inspector Comments: All three bilge high level alarms were tested, and all alarms were
activated satisfactorily.

Machinery Status
10.36 Where an emergency generator is not fitted, are engine room emergency batteries in good Y N NS NA
order and fully charged?
Steering Compartment
10.44 Are the officers and crew aware of the safe operating requirements of any watertight doors Y N NS NA
fitted?
Additional Comments

Chapter 11: General Appearance and Condition
Hull, superstructure and external weather decks
11.3 Is the general condition, visual appearance and cleanliness of the weather decks satisfactory Y N NS NA
and are deck working areas clearly identified and provided with non-slip surfaces?
Inspector Observations: It was noted that the near manifold area opposite drip tray on port
and starboard side main deck were with scattered thick rust spots. Cargo tank area 6 Starboard
were also noted with thick rust spots. It was noted that 'U Clamps for main cargo pipelines
were corroded. The cargo valves flanges bolt and nut on the main cargo pipeline at the
midships area between manifold port and starboard side area were heavily corroded.
Natural corrosion. Lack of maintenance. There is basically slight surface rust present, mainly
cosmetic issue.
Corrective Action.
The problem is known to the ship’s superintendent, works are ongoing with additional crew
supplied specifically for this purpose.Vessel has sufficient stock of paints and all necessary tools.
We expect to complete maintenance of the surface of this particular area by end of December ,
weather permitting.
Preventive Action.
The observation is circulated to all Company ships and superintendents for information and
prevention, will be further verified during future visits of Company representatives onboard.
Attachment: in progress.pdf
Additional Comments
The hull was clean but not free from marine growth. There was some topside paint coating
damage, however the ship side was observed with rust stains from the scupper discharging
trailing vertically to the water line The superstructure coatings were clean but not free from
rust stains. The weather deck coatings were in satisfactory condition with no significant rust
scale except for some location as mentioned in VIQ 11.3. There was evidence of routine
coating maintenance in place. The overall level of cleanliness, tidiness, sanitation, and hygiene
throughout the accommodation and food areas were noted to be in good condition.
Operator's initial comments entered by: Capt.Viktor [info@abletopint.com]
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Revised Ship Inspection

Report (SIRE) Programme

Report Number HCNG-1706-8739-7013

Report Template VIQ7 - Petroleum (4401)

Vessel Name LIBERTY

IMO Number 9207027

Date of Inspection 28 Nov 2023

Port of Inspection Malaysia Tanjung Pelepas [MYTPP]

Inspecting Company Maxcom Petroli S.p.A.

Selected variants Crude oil washing

1.1 Name of the vessel: LIBERTY

1.2 Vessel IMO Number: 9207027

1.3 Date the inspection was completed: 28 Nov 2023

1.4 Was a full inspection of the vessel completed Yes

1.5 Port of inspection: Malaysia Tanjung Pelepas [MYTPP]

1.6 Flag: Cameroon

1.7 Deadweight: (metric tonnes) 160240.00

1.8 Date the vessel was delivered: 16 Oct 2000

1.9 Name of the OCIMF inspecting company: Maxcom Petroli S.p.A.

1.12 Time taken for inspection. 8.30

1.13 Name of the inspector: For inspecting company only

1.14 Is an up to date OCIMF Harmonised Vessel Particulars Questionnaire Yes

1.15 Vessel's operation at the time of the inspection: STS discharging

1.16 Product(s) being handled: Dirty petroleum products (high flashpoint)

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1.17 Vessel type: Crude/Product Tanker

1.18 Hull type: Double hull

1.19 Name of the vessel's operator: Skyward Shipmanagement Corp

1.23 Name of Classification society: Other (Please specify)

1.24 Date of expiry of the Class Certificate: 02 Sep 2024

1.99 Additional Comments

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Chapter 2: Certification and Documentation

2.2 Is the vessel's P and I Club a member of the International Group? No

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Crew details on 28 Nov 2023

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Chapter 2: Certification and Documentation

Safety Management and the Operators Procedures Manuals

Survey and Repair History

2.10, 2.12, 2.14

Chapter 3: Crew Management

Chapter 4: Navigation and Communications

Policies, Procedures and Documentation

4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.6

4.21, 4.22, 4.23, 4.24, 4.25, 4.26, 4.27

Chapter 5: Safety Management

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5.1, 5.2, 5.4, 5.5, 5.6, 5.9, 5.11

Drills, Training and Familiarisation

5.12, 5.13, 5.14, 5.15

Enclosed Space and Pump Room Entry Procedures:

5.16, 5.17, 5.18, 5.19

Monitoring Non-Cargo Spaces:

Hot Work Procedures

Life Saving Equipment

5.27, 5.28, 5.29, 5.30, 5.31, 5.32, 5.33

Fire Fighting Equipment

5.34, 5.35, 5.36, 5.38, 5.40, 5.42, 5.43, 5.44, 5.45

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

Chapter 6: Pollution Prevention

Cargo Operations and Deck Area Pollution Prevention

6.6, 6.7, 6.8, 6.9, 6.10