IACS revised the Guidelines for Surveys, Assessment and Repair of Hull Structures of Double Hull Oil Tankers

The International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) has revised the Guidelines for Surveys, Assessment and Repair of Hull Structures of Double Hull Oil Tankers.

This manual provides guidelines for a double hull oil tanker designed for bulk oil transportation.

The guidelines focus on survey procedures by IACS Member Societies, but are valuable for other regulatory bodies, owners, and operators.

The manual covers preparation guidelines for surveys, emphasizing safety, necessary access facilities, and required preparations.

It highlights the main structural areas of the hull and provides examples of structural deterioration and damages.

It explains how to identify signs of damage, possible causes, and recommended repair methods.

Note that the manual is based on the best available information and is discretionary for Surveyors.

If there are uncertainties, clarification should be sought from the relevant Classification Society.

This Recommendations document (Rec 96 Rev2 CLN) was published on 1 May 2023.

For more information, please see the document below (available only to subscribers):

Double Hull Oil Tankers - Guidelines for Surveys, Assessment and Repair of Hull Structures