Marine transfer operations ship to shore

Marine Transfer Operations

Ships to shore marine transfers are carried out around the world between tanker ships and marine terminals. These should be supervised by a person in charge on the vessel and a person in charge on the dock. The transfer should also be overseen by a marine inspector or surveyor.

There are strict regulations on transfers around the world which vary. This transfer process is covered in the UK by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and is covered under series code HSG186 which covers, The bulk transfer of dangerous liquids and gases between ship and shore. Click here to download

For ship to ship transfers these are covered by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency which can be downloaded here.

To ensure safe transfers from ship to shore or ship to ship you should make use of safely devices such as marine breakaway couplings which provide great protection for transfers.