
Vetting Inspections (Oil Tankers)
Live virtual classroom
In less than two decades the vessel vetting process has completely changed the oil shipping market. Almost all trading operators around the world have adopted vetting as a pre-selection process for vessels offered for chartering by measuring their compliance with Minimum Marine Safety Criteria.
Moreover, the process is still developing: from oil, gas and chemical vessels to dry bulk carriers, from on-board physical inspections to comprehensive ship operators Safety Management System assessment via TMSA audits.
Understanding the various aspects of the vetting process is of paramount importance for all vessel operators to turn current constraints into business opportunities.
Aim:
To provide and empower ship managers, owners, terminal operators and all those involved in the vetting process with a deeper understanding and additional skill sets to make properly informed decisions during vessel vetting.
Focus Points:
§ Background and business drivers for vetting
§ Vessel screening process
§ Risk Assessment
§ Vetting Inspection: Arrangement and preparation for on-board inspection
§ Observations and findings, Root Cause Analysis
§ Operator’s Comments
§ TMSA
Content:
Following an overview of the business drivers for vetting and a dive into risk assessment, the vetting process itself is presented under different perspectives for a full comprehension of its objectives and how to achieve them.
Vetting inspections, observations and findings and TMSA are analysed to give the key players -both on-board and ashore- the tools to prepare and proactively respond to the various issues related to vetting controls.
Who should attend:
Shipping Companies: Management: Technical Director (CTO), Managing Director (CEO); Inspection: Superintendent, Fleet Manager, Chief Operating Officer, CSO; Quality / ISM: Quality Manager, Internal Auditor, Designated Person, Assistance
On Board Personnel: Nautical Officers, Engineers, Rating, SSO
Entry requirements:
General knowledge about shipping industry and processes on board.
Duration:
2 days (10:00 – 18:00)
Language:
Lecture & Material in English
Date: | 4-5 March 2025 |
Location: | Live Virtual Classroom (link to be provided) |
Time Schedule: | 10:00hrs – 18:00hrs |
Trainer: | Capt. Onur Luleci, DNV’s Maritime Academy Trainer |
Course Fee: | EURO 1000/delegate (plus VAT) |
Enrolment Deadline: | February 25th |
Important information for successful course completion:
- This course will be conducted online, therefore an internet connection is required.
- Participants are required to communicate and interact verbally, visually and in written form throughout the training course since the interaction between the trainer and participants is important for successful course completion.
- A connected camera, microphone, or audio headset during the course always enhances the quality of training.
To enroll in this course visit our Training Portal DNV External – Browse Catalogue.
Should you require any further information or clarification, please do not hesitate to contact us.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Best Regards,
Vassilia Dimitrakou Senior Academy Advisor
Deputy Regional Maritime Academies Manager
Maritime Service Centre


DNV Hellas SINGLE MEMBER S.A.
General Register of Commerce Number 44409907000 vassilia.dimitrakou@dnv.com
Landline +30 210 4100200