NOV 2025

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Question 1.

Briefly discuss the various reasons for Bulk Carrier losses in the 1990's and explain how provisions detailed in chapter XII of SOLAS 74 as amended, contributed towards the safety of Bulk carrier.

Question 2.

Referring to Propeller Curve, briefly discuss:

a) What is torque rich condition?

b) What are the reasons for Torque rich?

c) What are the indications for the engine operating in torque rich conditions?

d) What action will you ask your second engineer to take, if your vessel is torque rich.

Question 3.

Control of disease vectors is necessary for maintenance of health on board ships. What is the Role of the WHO organisation in this regard and which are the national agencies tasked with this maintenance of the ship and the crew in good health? What are the different certificates issued to a vessel for maintenance of the ship in good health? Who can issue these certificates in India and what is the validity and extension options?

Question 4.

With reference to LNG bunkering procedure onboard vessels fueled with LNG fuel. Please explain the following processes:

a. Gassing-up.

b. Cooling down.

c. Vapour Management.

d. Emergency release coupling procedure.

Question 5.

a). Discuss the differences between Enhanced Survey Program and Condition Assessment Program survey.

b). State the documents and records needed for carrying out Enhanced Survey Program.

c). State information found in safe access plan for Enhanced Survey Program

Question 6.

You as Chief Engineer are required to inform your Company with respect to inspection of propellers in the dry dock during which you noticed a surface crack on one of the blades. State the steps taken by you as Chief Engineer for successful handling of the situation.

Question 7.

Explain the objectives and importance of the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) Convention on Facilitation of International Maritime Traffic (FAL Convention). Discuss the recent amendments to the FAL Convention and analyze their impact on modern shipping operations, particularly in relation to digitalization and sustainability.

Question 8.

Discuss the Hong Kong Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships. What is its significance for India, and how does India's shipbreaking industry stand to benefit or be impacted by its implementation?

Question 9.

Discuss the procedure of entry into force of an IMO Convention after its Adoption? State the provision and its importance towards entry into force of the convention. For a convention of important technical nature state the general rules/ conditions observed by the states for its entry into force. Explain the terms (i) Accession (ii) Signature subject to Ratification, acceptance or approval.