CHC Cargo Hold Cleaners Philippines

23/08/2023

Both Turkey and Greece have been fighting an outbreak of wildfires in the region as they experienced record high temperatures.

Shipping traffic was briefly suspended Turkish officials announced for the Dardanelles, one of the critical shipping lanes providing access to Istanbu...

02/08/2023

Marcos also thanked the EU Commission “for their dedication to extend the recognition of STCW (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers) certificates issued by the Philippines”, emphasizing it has a positive impact on the employment of over 50,000 Filipino seafarers working onboard EU-flagged vessels.

PH EU expand trade, PH government and European Commission affirm ties agree to enhance cooperation on maritime security and green economy

05/07/2023

Bulk carrier hold midship cross section view

07/06/2023

Typical Section of a Bulk Carrier...

15/05/2023

According to the office of the Philippine president, the Korean shipbuilder wants to use two drydocks at Subic and could move in as early as the end of this year. The project could create up to 15,000 jobs in the Philippines.

Grappling with workforce challenges at home, Korean shipbuilding giant HD Hyundai is looking abroad. The conglomerate is said to be considering the po...

24/04/2023

DID YOU KNOW?! that there different Bulk carrier types by function and design?

Conventional Bulk Carriers
- Have built-in hatchways
- Have between five and nine holds depending on their size and capacity.
- Have cranes onboard to assist in loading and unloading cargo.

Geared Bulk Carriers
- Usually in the handysize to handymax size range, although a few Panamax are geared.
- Have holds that are covered by hatch covers.
- Equipped with derricks, cranes or conveyor belts and do not need port facilities to load or unload cargo.

Gearless Bulk Carriers
- Do not have derricks, cranes or conveyor belts onboard and so need the help of port facilities or other vessels to load or unload cargo.
- They can only call at ports that have loading and unloading facilities, making them less flexible than geared bulkers.
- They are cheaper to build, operate and maintain than bulkers with onboard equipment such as cranes or conveyor belts.
- They are some of the largest bulk carriers but are spread across all size classes.

Combined Bulk Carriers
- Cargo may be dry bulk or liquid bulk commodities.
- Both types of cargo can be transported at the same time.
- Dry cargo is held in the hold and the liquid cargo in wing tanks.
- Not a common vessel as they are relatively more expensive to build.

Self-Discharging Bulk Carriers
- Equipped with conveyor belts, excavators or cranes and do not need port facilities to load or unload cargo.
- Can discharge their cargo onto the quayside but also into a barge, warehouse, or hopper.

BIBO (Bulk In, Bags Out) Bulk Carriers
- Cargo is loaded as loose bulk but onboard equipment enables the cargo to be ‘bagged’ whilst unloading for a faster port turnaround.

Laker Bulk Carriers
- Most commonly found in the Great Lakes (USA and Canada.)
- Have a longer lifespan than ocean-going vessels as they sail in freshwater as opposed to saltwater and are therefore under less threat from corrosion.
- The superstructure (accommodation, bridge etc.) is usually located at the front of the vessel to make it easier to transit locks.

27/03/2023

Dirty holds? No problem!...
We're here for it, and that's what we do! 🤗

03/03/2023

Did you know about "SART"? 🤔

SART or Search and Rescue Transponder is extremely vital equipment on the ship as it perform the job of a signal-man.

It is a vital machine during distress for it helps in locating the position of the vessel in case it goes off-track.

The bright color of SARTs enables their quick detection, whereas the combination of transmitter and receiver enables it to transmit as well as receive radio signals.

10/02/2023

What common issues can affect Ship Cargo Holds?

Many problems arise when a ship cargo hold is not thoroughly cleaned and prepared before its next load. Common issues include:

Contamination:
Cargo contamination and infestation can occur if a hold is not sufficiently cleaned, leading to potential damage claims. If the previous cargo is incompatible with the next load, particular care needs to be taken as not to damage or destroy the product. Manganese ore, for example, would completely lose its worth if it were to encounter traces of chrome ore. Similarly, with sugar and cement.

Material Buildup:
Several tonnes of material can sometimes be left behind after cargo is cleared from the hold, subsequently causing buildup. When not dealt with correctly, this may hinder the process of pumping water away and make it easier for further excess materials to stick to the surfaces. Materials (especially foodstuff) which have been left in the bilges can also decay over time, giving away very unpleasant smells.

Damage & Corrosion:
It is possible for steel fixtures and rubber seals within the cargo holds to be corroded or damaged during cargo operations, possible resulting in separate damage claims. Other areas like the bulkhead can also be damaged if the vessel is not cleaned sufficiently. It’s important to ensure that any salt water used to clean the hatched is rinsed with fresh water to minimise corrosion and to prevent salt contamination of future cargoes.

Debris:
When the hold is free of cargo, routine air sampling procedures should take place in order to rid the pipes of any debris. This is done so that they remain clear for their intended purpose and debris cannot migrate into the hold. If cargo debris is trapped in any of the non return valves it will reduce the pumping efficiency of all the other hold bilges.

13/01/2023

“when holds are not ready for their intended cargo, a number of different types of claim may arise”.

The maintenance of cargo holds are important for the bulk cargo trade, as Kate Richards, Senior Solicitor, North Club explains.

30/12/2022

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL!!! Cheers for the exciting 2023!🍾
from: CHC Cargo Hold Cleaners Philippines!..

05/12/2022

Hold cleaning requires clear planning, preparation and efficient ex*****on.

In collaboration with CWA International, the Swedish Club produced a guide to help operators with the hold cleaning of bulk vessels.