Safe inspections

The Maritime Technologies Forum (MTF) has released guidelines for the safe inspection of methanol dual-fuel ships, with 41 safety recommendations. The project was led by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore with various MTF members. As the maritime industry accelerates its transition to alternative fuels under increasingly stringent IMO emission regulations, methanol as fuel has emerged as a particularly attractive option. However, methanol's unique properties - including its flammability, toxicity and corrosivity - present distinct challenges for ship inspectors.