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Training<\/h2>

One of the key values of IBIA at its inception was to Educate and Inform. Training is therefore a core value of the Association. IBIA offers a number of training courses that enable individuals to gain a greater insight into the industry, drawing on the great breadth of experience and knowledge across the membership.<\/p>

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IBIA Bunker Training Course<\/h2>

This Industry-leading training course covers a range of topics to give participants a comprehensive overview of the bunker market. This includes commercial and legal aspects to understand the roles of buyers and sellers, traders, brokers, contracts, sales terms, and different types of claims. \u00a0It covers fuel quality and fuel management issues such as understanding ISO 8217 and ISO 4259 and best practices for suppliers and users with VLSFO and other fuel types. MARPOL Annex VI and the implications and practicalities of compliance with the 2020 sulphur limit and future regulations are also covered in detail.<\/p>

This one-day intensive course (9am-5pm) consists of real-life case studies and practical exercises to support the key areas covered.<\/p>

On completion of the course, delegates will receive the \u2018IBIA Certificate of Attendance\u2019.<\/p>

The renowned industry expert Nigel Draffin, Author of 12 books on Bunkering and an IBIA board member, runs this course.<\/p>

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Training courses currently undertaken<\/h2>

One day intensive Course to build a solid general understanding of the Bunkering Industry<\/h3>

Beginner, Intermediate or advanced bunker training courses are available upon request for a minimum attendance of 15 people<\/strong><\/p>

2-Day Basic Bunkering Course SS600:2022 & SS648:2024<\/span> in accordance with the syllabus and standards Approved By Maritime and Port Authority Singapore (MPA)<\/strong>
(MCF funding is available for eligible Singaporeans\/PRs) <\/strong><\/p>

Suitable for those seeking MPA endorsement to work as Bunker Cargo Officers as well as all other members of the bunker industry seeking to increase their knowledge including members from the bunker suppliers, bunker craft operators, management staff, bunker traders, shipping agents, bunker surveyors as well as any interested participants looking to have a better understanding of the bunkering processes in Port of Singapore.
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2-Day Advanced Bunkering Course SS600:2022 & SS648:2019 in accordance with the syllabus and standards Approved By Maritime and Port Authority Singapore (MPA)<\/strong>
(MCF funding is available for eligible Singaporeans\/PRs)<\/strong><\/p>

VIEW AVAILABLE TRAINING COURSES<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>

Target participants<\/p>

Cargo officers (trainees and existing), bunker surveyors (trainees and existing)<\/p>

IBIA Online Training. \u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0 \"\"<\/h2>

Module 1:\u00a0 <\/strong>Bunker Market Regulations and Enforcemen<\/span>t<\/p>

Learn how the regulations were developed, how they are enforced and how effective use of formal procedures can avoid risk. Three presentations on:<\/p>

International Regulations<\/strong> \u2013 This covers the introduction of both SOLAS and MARPOL and the current status of IMO regulations which apply to bunkers and bunkering.<\/p>

Compliance and Enforcement<\/strong> \u2013 This examines the requirements with which vessels must comply in order to meet the regulations of their Flag State and any Port State that they visit. It also discusses the enforcement methods available to Flag and Port and the penalties attached.<\/p>

Bunker procedures<\/strong> – This covers the development and application of procedures and standards of bunkering operations including ISO 13739, SS600 and the application of Mass Flow Metering in the new SS648.<\/p>

Module 2: <\/strong>Understanding ISO 8217 and ISO 4259<\/span><\/p>

Why we need standards, how to use and interpret them and how to deal with the results of the laboratory test.<\/p>

Three presentations on:<\/p>

International marine fuel standards<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 The reason, the history and the development of quality standards.<\/p>

ISO 8217:2017<\/strong> \u2013 An examination of the principal clauses, the parameter tables and the informative Annexes.<\/p>

ISO 4259 and precision<\/strong> \u2013 Understanding the concept of precision in testing and its application to results of laboratory test results. It also highlights some differences between the ISO 4259 requirements and those of SOLAS and MARPOL.<\/p>

Module 3 \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Best practice for suppliers with VLSFO<\/span><\/p>

Looking at the Best Practice guide for bunker suppliers published by IBIA. Three presentations on:<\/p>

Objectives and Quality contro<\/strong>l \u2013 The purpose of the guide and its application to producing a product which meets the required standard.<\/p>

Aspects of delivery<\/strong> \u2013 The best practice to maintain and assure the quality of the product from barge tanks to receiving vessel with an emphasis on sampling proper documentation and the provision of advice.<\/p>

Contracts and disputes<\/strong> \u2013 Understanding contract and sales terms, the disputes procedures and a discussion on typical problems.<\/p>

Module 4 \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Best practices for users with VLSFO<\/span><\/p>

Based on the Best Practice guide for bunker purchasers published by IMO. Three presentations on:<\/p>

Objectives<\/strong> \u2013 The requirements, the goals and the specific exemptions.<\/p>

Aspects of delivery<\/strong> \u2013 This covers supplier selection and vetting, delivery procedures and fuel handling.<\/p>

Testing and disputes<\/strong> \u2013 Further examination of delivery procedures, sampling, testing and guidance on disputes.<\/p>

Module 5: <\/strong>Adapting to a changing market<\/span><\/p>

Looking at the issues of geopolitics, the current Pandemic and the way they may influence on maritime trade and ships fuel. Four presentations on:<\/p>

Changing fuel quality<\/strong> \u2013 Looking at the impact of new regulations and changing demand on the quality of fuel.<\/p>

Changing fuel demand<\/strong> \u2013 Examining the way bunker demand may change in response to pressures on pricing, availability and new regulations.<\/p>

Changing price and credit risk<\/strong> \u2013 Understanding how price instability and structural change will disrupt the business model of both sellers and users.<\/p>

Alternative fuels and new regulations<\/strong> \u2013 An examination of the potential for alternative fuels, the pressure to reach zero carbon and sustainable fuels and the likely timeframe for all these options.<\/p>

Module 6:<\/strong> Compatibility and stability \u2013 Issues with VLSFO fuels and the measurement of Stability<\/span><\/p>

Understanding the physics of mixtures<\/strong>, the concept of stability and the available test methods to assess if fuel blend components will form a stable blend.<\/p>

Issues with stability.<\/strong> More details of the available test methods including the laboratory only tests, sensible precautions on storage and treatment and comments on the 50:50 mix.<\/p>

Coping with potentially unstable fuels<\/strong>. Advice and comment on implications of elevated levels of TSP, operational issues in storage, treatment and use.<\/p>

Module 7:<\/strong> Sales terms and conditions \u2013 The purpose, structure and application of Sales terms<\/span><\/p>

The structure and principal clauses<\/strong> in sales terms and conditions with reference to BIMCO terms and Buyers terms.<\/p>

A more detailed consideration of the incorporation of terms<\/strong> into the contract, the detail of the most important clauses and the use of the BIMCO \u201celection sheet\u201d<\/p>

An assessment of using sales terms<\/strong> in the regulation of disputes and claims with a discussion on evidence and exclusions.<\/p>

Module 8:<\/strong> Quantity measurement \u2013 The principles of quantity measurement including Mass Flow Metering<\/span><\/p>

The fundamentals of getting from a sounding to a Mass<\/strong> in air quantity<\/p>

A worked example of a quantity calculation.<\/strong><\/p>

An introduction to Mass Flow Metering<\/strong> covering the principles, current practice, comments on accuracy and fraud prevention.<\/p>

Module 9:<\/strong> Sampling \u2013 The basics of sampling, sampling methods and sample handling<\/span><\/p>

The reasons for sampling<\/strong> and a discussion of the basic types and methods of sampling.<\/p>

A detailed description of manual continuous drip<\/strong> sampling<\/strong> and a discussion on sample location and the regulatory requirements for a delivered sample in MARPOL Annex VI.<\/p>

The transportation<\/strong>, retention and care<\/strong> of samples plus further discussion on the additional aspects of MARPOL samples.<\/p>

Module 10<\/strong>: Fuel quality \u2013 Fuel quality, its impact on storage, treatment and use in the engine<\/span><\/p>

Fuel quality and the impact<\/strong> of the principal parameters and the units involved.<\/p>

The relevance of fuel quality parameters on storage and treatment<\/strong> of the fuel with a discussion on the relevance of the time in storage on quality.<\/p>

The impact of fuel quality on the operation and performance<\/strong> in a marine diesel engine.<\/p>

Module 11: <\/strong>Alternative Fuels<\/span><\/p>

This module looks at the alternative fuels and their place in the fuel supply chain as we move towards the IMO targets for reducing GHG emissions. It consists of three presentations each of about 20 minutes duration. The first is a general overview, the second an examination of the general issues of cost and practicality and finally the third discusses the particulars and profiles of each of the fuels in more detail. The subject matter assumes no more than a limited prior understanding of these fuels. There will be a multiple choice set of questions and delegates will receive a model answer to the question<\/p>

Module 12:<\/strong> Bio Fuels<\/span><\/p>

This module looks at the production, use and emission issues with Biofuels (both liquid and gaseous). It consists of four presentations each of about 15 minutes duration. The first is a general overview, the second an examination the use of liquid Biofuels, the third covers gaseous Biofuels and finally the fourth discusses the emission performance and difficulties. The subject matter assumes no more than a limited prior understanding of these fuels. There will be a multiple choice set of questions and delegates will receive a model answer to the questions.<\/p>

Module 13: <\/strong>Exhaust Emissions<\/span><\/p>

This module looks at the current situation with marine exhaust emissions, their remediation and the impact of future fuels. It consists of four presentations each of about 15 minutes duration. The first covers the cause and scope of exhaust emissions and the regulations currently in place, the second discusses remediation for SOx emissions, the third covers remediations for NOx emissions and finally the fourth discusses the impact of alternative fuels on exhaust emissions.<\/p>

The subject matter assumes no more than a limited prior understanding of these issues. There will be a multiple choice set of questions and delegates will receive a model answer to the questions.<\/p>

Module 14:\u00a0<\/strong>Introduction to LNG Bunkers<\/span><\/p>

Six short sessions to introduce the concepts, risks, procedures and rationale behind using natural gas as fuel on non gas tankers and for storing that gas as a cryogenic liquid. Aimed at those with no previous experience of LNG.<\/p>

Session 1 What is LNG and why should we use it.<\/p>

Session 2 Using LNG on ships and how engines can burn gas.<\/p>

Session 3 The physics of LNG and the problem of boil off gas.<\/p>

Session 4 The risks and the safe practices for dealing with LNG.<\/p>

Session 5 Simplified procedures for bunkering with LNG.<\/p>

Session 6 A review of the economics, supply, demand and the adoption of LNG bunkering.<\/p>

The materials in these modules have been provided by Board Member Nigel Draffin and are based on personal knowledge and experience. Some data and materials have been contributed over the years by other members of the association. All modules have been peer reviewed by members of the IBIA board and the appropriate Working Groups of the Association. The author acknowledges the contributions of all members past and present. All information contained is given in good faith and is intended to improve the understanding of the topics by all sectors of the industry.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>


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Training Facilities<\/h2>

In Singapore IBIA has a dedicated training facility to meet the needs of the local and regional industry, IBIA carries out training world-wide in conjunction with industry conventions and seminars also as required by Industry and National Authorities. We can also address any bespoke matters, please contact us for further details on ibia@ibia.net<\/p>

Asia<\/h2>

Given the dedicated training facilities in Singapore, we have a timetable of courses arranged. However, these can be delivered at any location upon arrangement.<\/p>

IBIA Bunker Training Course<\/h3>