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**Author:** [@system](https://www.queseas.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2022, 9:38am UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/queseas-a-sea-of-knowledge/7 "2022-06-13T09:38:33Z")
“At Queseas, we’re building the go-to online platform for maritime professionals seeking structured, reliable information and knowledge. Our vibrant community of experts gathers to exchange insights, discuss industry … --- ## [Opinion for various scrubber makers](https://www.queseas.com/t/opinion-for-various-scrubber-makers/1083)
**Author:** [@george](https://www.queseas.com/u/george)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 3:19pm UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/opinion-for-various-scrubber-makers/1083 "2026-09-24T15:19:41Z")
Any personal opinion regarding the following EGCS: PANASIA, KANGRIM, HYUNDAI MATERIAL. Which one is the most reliable? --- ## [Bollard pull](https://www.queseas.com/t/bollard-pull/682)
**Author:** [@Ernesto](https://www.queseas.com/u/Ernesto)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 11:21am UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/bollard-pull/682 "2026-09-08T11:21:39Z")
What is the definition and importance of the bollard pull in a vessel? --- ## [ME-GI and PVU ALARM REFERENCE](https://www.queseas.com/t/me-gi-and-pvu-alarm-reference/1177)
**Author:** [@Gaurav](https://www.queseas.com/u/Gaurav)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2026, 8:46am UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/me-gi-and-pvu-alarm-reference/1177 "2026-08-13T08:46:14Z")
I am looking for ME-GI and PVU alarm reference book (as already shared on this forum for MAN ES ME engine). But i do need information about the dual fuel specific cards and alarms, relevant to MOP. Thanks in Advance. --- ## [Seasonal Whale Protection Measures — What's in Force and What's Changing from 1 June 2026](https://www.queseas.com/t/seasonal-whale-protection-measures-whats-in-force-and-whats-changing-from-1-june-2026/1176)
**Author:** [@Stela.Spiraj](https://www.queseas.com/u/Stela.Spiraj)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2026, 3:00pm UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/seasonal-whale-protection-measures-whats-in-force-and-whats-changing-from-1-june-2026/1176 "2026-05-25T15:00:10Z")
Hello QueSeanians! As whale migration activity picks up, are you across the seasonal and dynamic vessel restrictions that may affect your transits this summer? A number of authorities are activating, or are about to … --- ## [A Brief on the Environmental Ship Index (ESI)](https://www.queseas.com/t/a-brief-on-the-environmental-ship-index-esi/1174)
**Author:** [@Stela.Spiraj](https://www.queseas.com/u/Stela.Spiraj)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2026, 1:20am UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/a-brief-on-the-environmental-ship-index-esi/1174 "2026-05-07T01:20:55Z")
Hello QueSeanians! Have you ever heard of the Environmental Ship Index (ESI)? If you already know about the Environmental Ship Index (ESI), there are some updates coming with ESI 2.0 (starting from 2027). If you are … --- ## [Big News from the IMO - New Guidelines on the Registration of Ships](https://www.queseas.com/t/big-news-from-the-imo-new-guidelines-on-the-registration-of-ships/1173)
**Author:** [@Ahmed](https://www.queseas.com/u/Ahmed)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2026, 8:06pm UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/big-news-from-the-imo-new-guidelines-on-the-registration-of-ships/1173 "2026-04-18T20:06:56Z")
Hello QueSeas, If you’ve been following maritime news, you may have caught that the IMO’s Legal Committee just wrapped up its 113th session in London (April 13–17, 2026,) and one of the biggest takeaways was the approva… --- ## [China Adopts Major Amendments to Its Maritime Law – Effective 1 May 2026](https://www.queseas.com/t/china-adopts-major-amendments-to-its-maritime-law-effective-1-may-2026/1172)
**Author:** [@Stela.Spiraj](https://www.queseas.com/u/Stela.Spiraj)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2026, 11:01pm UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/china-adopts-major-amendments-to-its-maritime-law-effective-1-may-2026/1172 "2026-04-13T23:01:40Z")
Hello Queseanians! For the first time in over 30 years, China has fundamentally overhauled its Maritime Law. Originally enacted in 1992 and in force since 1993, the law has governed maritime affairs in China largely unc… --- ## [When shipping companies take FUEL EU refund?](https://www.queseas.com/t/when-shipping-companies-take-fuel-eu-refund/1063)
**Author:** [@pinara](https://www.queseas.com/u/pinara)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2026, 12:01pm UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/when-shipping-companies-take-fuel-eu-refund/1063 "2026-04-08T12:01:55Z")
Hello everyone, first of all I wish you a good year. The FUEL EU rule which came into effect as of 01.01.2025 is calculated after a ship calls at a European port, but will the notification be reported to the charterer w… --- ## [New Requirements for Ship Speed/Power Trials from May 2026](https://www.queseas.com/t/new-requirements-for-ship-speed-power-trials-from-may-2026/1171)
**Author:** [@Stela.Spiraj](https://www.queseas.com/u/Stela.Spiraj)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2026, 8:11pm UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/new-requirements-for-ship-speed-power-trials-from-may-2026/1171 "2026-03-19T20:11:01Z")
Hello QueSeanians, From 1 May 2026, newbuilding speed trials relevant to the Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) must follow the updated international standards for evaluating ship speed and power performance, namely I… --- ## [Onshore Power Supply (OPS) - The EU and California Regulatory Requirements](https://www.queseas.com/t/onshore-power-supply-ops-the-eu-and-california-regulatory-requirements/1170)
**Author:** [@Stela.Spiraj](https://www.queseas.com/u/Stela.Spiraj)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2026, 8:02pm UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/onshore-power-supply-ops-the-eu-and-california-regulatory-requirements/1170 "2026-02-17T20:02:43Z")
Hello QueSeanians, Cold Ironing, also known as Alternative Maritime Power (AMP), or more commonly shore power supply (OPS), consists of connecting vessels to shoreside power sources, thereby allowing electricity to flow… --- ## [Ports with Shore Power Connection](https://www.queseas.com/t/ports-with-shore-power-connection/921)
**Author:** [@George.Liadis](https://www.queseas.com/u/George.Liadis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2026, 5:38pm UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/ports-with-shore-power-connection/921 "2026-02-17T17:38:52Z")
Hello, Now that “cold ironing” is becoming the new norm for the future vessels, more and more ports will adopt the shore power connection. In the document, you can find the existing ports with this possibility and the … --- ## [M/V Dali - Baltimore Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse NTSB Final Investigation (+Video)](https://www.queseas.com/t/m-v-dali-baltimore-francis-scott-key-bridge-collapse-ntsb-final-investigation-video/1169)
**Author:** [@Paraschos.Liadis](https://www.queseas.com/u/Paraschos.Liadis)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2026, 2:18am UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/m-v-dali-baltimore-francis-scott-key-bridge-collapse-ntsb-final-investigation-video/1169 "2026-02-17T02:18:45Z")
Why the blackout that led to the fatal collision occurred on M/V Dali? Impressive animation by the NTSB and reminder on the importance of workmanship and quality control. This animation depicts the method … --- ## [COCoS line recorder records setting file](https://www.queseas.com/t/cocos-line-recorder-records-setting-file/1168)
**Author:** [@Tigor](https://www.queseas.com/u/Tigor)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2026, 10:19am UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/cocos-line-recorder-records-setting-file/1168 "2026-02-06T10:19:34Z")
MAN ME engine. In which CoСoS program settings file are selected parameters for trend tracking stored? Line recorder records ? thanks in advance --- ## [UCL IMO NZF OVERVIEW](https://www.queseas.com/t/ucl-imo-nzf-overview/1167)
**Author:** [@Paraschos.Liadis](https://www.queseas.com/u/Paraschos.Liadis)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2026, 5:56pm UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/ucl-imo-nzf-overview/1167 "2026-01-29T17:56:58Z")
An interesting overview of the gridlock during the October 2025 extraordinary MEPC session (MEPC-ES.2) on the IMO Net-Zero Framework. As currently framed, the NZF is not a viable decarbonization pathway for international… --- ## [FuelEU delayed in Norway and Iceland to be treated as as third-country ports](https://www.queseas.com/t/fueleu-delayed-in-norway-and-iceland-to-be-treated-as-as-third-country-ports/1058)
**Author:** [@Stela.Spiraj](https://www.queseas.com/u/Stela.Spiraj)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2026, 2:44am UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/fueleu-delayed-in-norway-and-iceland-to-be-treated-as-as-third-country-ports/1058 "2026-01-22T02:44:18Z")
Hello QueSeanians The incorporation of the FuelEU Maritime Regulation into the EEA Agreement is facing delays, making it difficult that this process will be finalized by January 1, 2025. The Norwegian Maritime Authorit… --- ## [Sensors for vessel performance](https://www.queseas.com/t/sensors-for-vessel-performance/807)
**Author:** [@Iro](https://www.queseas.com/u/Iro)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2026, 8:05pm UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/sensors-for-vessel-performance/807 "2026-01-12T20:05:42Z")
What are the sensors that are installed onboard a vessel for the performance monitoring? --- ## [BIMCO Adopts FuelEU Maritime & ETS Clauses for Sale and Purchase of Ships](https://www.queseas.com/t/bimco-adopts-fueleu-maritime-ets-clauses-for-sale-and-purchase-of-ships/1166)
**Author:** [@Teuta](https://www.queseas.com/u/Teuta)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2025, 6:25pm UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/bimco-adopts-fueleu-maritime-ets-clauses-for-sale-and-purchase-of-ships/1166 "2025-12-14T18:25:07Z")
Hello Queseanians, Major developments that are now influencing commercial contracts in ship transactions. BIMCO’s Documentary Committee has recently adopted two new clauses, a FuelEU Maritime Clause and an ETS Clause, … --- ## [EU MRV and FuelEU Maritime Site Visits Requirements](https://www.queseas.com/t/eu-mrv-and-fueleu-maritime-site-visits-requirements/1165)
**Author:** [@Stela.Spiraj](https://www.queseas.com/u/Stela.Spiraj)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2025, 6:46pm UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/eu-mrv-and-fueleu-maritime-site-visits-requirements/1165 "2025-12-08T18:46:33Z")
Beginning in 2026, site visits become a core regulatory requirement for both the EU MRV (CO₂ monitoring) and FuelEU Maritime (GHG intensity reduction) schemes. These visits, whether physical or virtual, ensure that a com… --- ## [UN Trade and Development - Review of maritime transport (2025)](https://www.queseas.com/t/un-trade-and-development-review-of-maritime-transport-2025/1164)
**Author:** [@Paraschos.Liadis](https://www.queseas.com/u/Paraschos.Liadis)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2025, 8:14pm UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/un-trade-and-development-review-of-maritime-transport-2025/1164 "2025-11-23T20:14:42Z")
A very good summary in my opinion, addressing all the important factors that influence maritime transportation as of 2025. --- ## [Rules for the proper evaluation of M/E performance (two stroke MAN ES)](https://www.queseas.com/t/rules-for-the-proper-evaluation-of-m-e-performance-two-stroke-man-es/663)
**Author:** [@Oswald.Alving](https://www.queseas.com/u/Oswald.Alving)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2025, 3:11am UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/rules-for-the-proper-evaluation-of-m-e-performance-two-stroke-man-es/663 "2025-10-19T03:11:27Z")
Attention to all marine engineers! Rules for proper evaluation of the M/E performance (for two stroke MAN ES). The maximum pressure (Pmax) of each cylinder should not differ more than ±3 bar from the average Pmax of … --- ## [What’s on the Agenda for the Extraordinary MEPC/ES.2 Session This October 2025?](https://www.queseas.com/t/what-s-on-the-agenda-for-the-extraordinary-mepc-es-2-session-this-october-2025/1135)
**Author:** [@Stela.Spiraj](https://www.queseas.com/u/Stela.Spiraj)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2025, 12:02am UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/what-s-on-the-agenda-for-the-extraordinary-mepc-es-2-session-this-october-2025/1135 "2025-10-17T00:02:45Z")
Hello QueSeanians!! The extraordinary session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC/ES.2) is set to take place from 14 to 17 October 2025. The agenda for MEPC/ES.2 will focus on the consideration and adop… --- ## [ME PISTON SKIRT](https://www.queseas.com/t/me-piston-skirt/1034)
**Author:** [@AngelikiK](https://www.queseas.com/u/AngelikiK)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2025, 2:34pm UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/me-piston-skirt/1034 "2025-10-06T14:34:56Z")
Hello All! what is the purpose of this layer on piston skirt? --- ## [Summary of Amendments to SOLAS Regulation V/23 (June 2025)](https://www.queseas.com/t/summary-of-amendments-to-solas-regulation-v-23-june-2025/1162)
**Author:** [@Stela.Spiraj](https://www.queseas.com/u/Stela.Spiraj)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2025, 1:43am UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/summary-of-amendments-to-solas-regulation-v-23-june-2025/1162 "2025-09-22T01:43:57Z")
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted major revisions to SOLAS Chapter V, Regulation 23 on Pilot Transfer Arrangements (PTAs). These updates were adopted at MSC 110 in June 2025, and will enter into f… --- ## [Information on Ocean Governance and the BBNJ Treaty - Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity](https://www.queseas.com/t/information-on-ocean-governance-and-the-bbnj-treaty-conservation-and-sustainable-use-of-marine-biological-diversity/1159)
**Author:** [@Stela.Spiraj](https://www.queseas.com/u/Stela.Spiraj)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2025, 4:02am UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/information-on-ocean-governance-and-the-bbnj-treaty-conservation-and-sustainable-use-of-marine-biological-diversity/1159 "2025-09-21T04:02:18Z")
Hello Queseanians, The issue of maritime biodiversity has been gaining renewed attention recently, and I wanted to share some of the latest developments from the 3rd UN Ocean Summit, held in June 2025 in Nice. Below is … --- ## [Electrostatic application of marine coatings](https://www.queseas.com/t/electrostatic-application-of-marine-coatings/1028)
**Author:** [@Captain\_Tim](https://www.queseas.com/u/Captain_Tim)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2025, 7:49am UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/electrostatic-application-of-marine-coatings/1028 "2025-09-17T07:49:17Z")
Hello! Could anyone explain simply the principles and benefits of electrostatically applied marine coatings? --- ## [MAN ES Main Engine ME hydraulic system - Troubleshooting guide](https://www.queseas.com/t/man-es-main-engine-me-hydraulic-system-troubleshooting-guide/433)
**Author:** [@Surcouf\_Renard](https://www.queseas.com/u/Surcouf_Renard)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2025, 3:36pm UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/man-es-main-engine-me-hydraulic-system-troubleshooting-guide/433 "2025-09-02T15:36:43Z")
Hello! A useful guide for the evaluation and troubleshooting of internal leakages in the hydraulic system of MAN ES electronically controlled Main Engines. Troubleshooting guide for the ME hydraulic system.pdf (11.2 KB… --- ## [Joint Statement on Protecting American Consumers and Shipping Industries by Defeating the International Maritime Organization’s “Net-Zero Framework” aka Global Carbon Tax](https://www.queseas.com/t/joint-statement-on-protecting-american-consumers-and-shipping-industries-by-defeating-the-international-maritime-organization-s-net-zero-framework-aka-global-carbon-tax/1158)
**Author:** [@Stela.Spiraj](https://www.queseas.com/u/Stela.Spiraj)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2025, 5:01pm UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/joint-statement-on-protecting-american-consumers-and-shipping-industries-by-defeating-the-international-maritime-organization-s-net-zero-framework-aka-global-carbon-tax/1158 "2025-08-13T17:01:20Z")
Hello QueSeanians, In April 2025, during MEPC 83, the United States withdrew from negotiations in London regarding advancements in shipping sector decarbonisation. The U.S. government had stated it will consider recipro… --- ## [Ships operating within the EU that utilize extinguishing media containing PFOA - Update](https://www.queseas.com/t/ships-operating-within-the-eu-that-utilize-extinguishing-media-containing-pfoa-update/1138)
**Author:** [@Stela.Spiraj](https://www.queseas.com/u/Stela.Spiraj)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2025, 5:50pm UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/ships-operating-within-the-eu-that-utilize-extinguishing-media-containing-pfoa-update/1138 "2025-08-12T17:50:47Z")
Hello QueSeanians, PFOA (Perfluorooctanoic acid) is subject to stringent restrictions under both the Stockholm Convention and the EU’s Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) Regulation . However, a pertinent question aris… --- ## [Cylinder Lubrication on MAN "ME-C" 2-stroke engines with VLSFO](https://www.queseas.com/t/cylinder-lubrication-on-man-me-c-2-stroke-engines-with-vlsfo/486)
**Author:** [@KostasXydis](https://www.queseas.com/u/KostasXydis)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2025, 8:56am UTC](https://www.queseas.com/t/cylinder-lubrication-on-man-me-c-2-stroke-engines-with-vlsfo/486 "2025-07-17T08:56:34Z")
Good day team, What BN cylinder oil are you using on MAN ME-C engines that are consuming VLSFO? We experimented with BN 40, BN 57 and BN 70 (Total lubs) and with observed the following. BN40: After using BN40 for a fe… [Next page](https://www.queseas.com/latest.md?page=1)