Port Circular

SUBJECT: SINGAPORE - Mandatory adoption of mass flow

metering system for marine fuel oil delivery in the Port of Singapore

Total: 33 pages (including cover page)

This is to bring to your attention that Singapore MPA shall be mandating the use of an MPA-
approved MFM system for Marine Fuel Oil (MFO) delivery in the Port of Singapore from 1
January 2017.

The requirement is mandated for bunker barges that shall attend to your vessel at Singapore.

Following are attached for your reference –

1. Attached Singapore MPA circular No. 08 of 2014 which is self-explanatory.
2. FAQ issued by MPA related to MFM.
3. Generic MFM Delivery procedure for bunkering. This document is for the Bunker barges
and no action is required for vessels receiving the bunkers. The MPA approved copy
shall be kept with the bunker tanker however the same is available for viewing by the
Chief Engineer (Vessel receiving the bunkers). Following are noteworthy -
- Page 8 – Section 6.2 – Quantity Dispute
- Page 16 – Annex F – Example of Bunker Metering Ticket
- Page 18 – Annex H – Sample of Note of protest
4. MPA has also issued attached placards on best practices in the use of Mass flow
meters.

Please include the attached information in your pre arrival bunker meetings when bunkering at
Singapore and be guided accordingly. Additionally please ensure that the above instructions are
included in the handing over notes of the Chief Engineer.
MARITIME AND PORT AUTHORITY OF SINGAPORE

PORT MARINE CIRCULAR

NO.08 of 2014

29 July 2014

Bunker Suppliers / Bunker Craft Owners and Operators

Shipping Community
Harbour Craft Community

MANDATORY ADOPTION OF MASS FLOW METERING SYSTEM FOR MARINE

FUEL OIL DELIVERY IN THE PORT OF SINGAPORE

As the world’s leading bunkering port, it is important for Singapore to

provide quality bunkering services to vessels lifting bunkers in the port. The use
of the Mass Flow Metering (MFM) system for bunkering in the Port of Singapore
will not only enhance transparency in the bunkering process, but also improve
operational efficiency and increase the productivity of the bunker industry.

2 As announced on 8 April 2014, MPA will be mandating the use of an MPA-

approved MFM system for Marine Fuel Oil (MFO) delivery in the Port of
Singapore from 1 January 2017.

i. Existing bunker tankers

All existing bunker tankers operating in port will be required to be fitted

with an MPA-approved MFM for MFO delivery by 31 December 2016.

ii. New bunker tankers

All new bunker tankers applying for Harbour Craft (Bunker Tanker) licence
from 31 December 2014 onwards will be required to be fitted with an
MPA-approved MFM for MFO delivery.
3 As part of MPA’s ongoing efforts to assist the maritime industry, MPA will
be offering a lump sum incentive of S$80,000 for each existing bunker tanker (as
at 8 April 2014) delivering MFO in the Port of Singapore. The incentive will be
given out upon MPA’s approval of the fitted MFM system. All Bunker Craft
Owners or Operators of bunker tankers eligible for the incentive will be notified by
MPA on the application process for the incentives.

4 You may refer to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) and Generic
MFM procedure for Bunkering via the following links.

http://www.mpa.gov.sg/sites/pdf/faq_mfm.pdf

http://www.mpa.gov.sg/sites/pdf/generic_mfm_delivery_procedure.pdf

5 Please contact Mr Jackson Koh at tel. no. 6375 1953 or email to

Jackson_Koh@mpa.gov.sg for any clarification needed on this circular.

DR PARRY OEI
DIRECTOR (PORT SERVICES) / CHIEF HYDROGRAPHER
for CHIEF EXECUTIVE
MARITIME AND PORT AUTHORITY OF SINGAPORE
 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ON MASS FLOW METERING (MFM) FOR BUNKERING
Q1: Are MFM a recent technology? Has it been tried and tested?
A: The MFM is not a recent technology. The First Industrial Patent for the MFM dates back to the 1950s and the first
meter was manufactured in 1970s. Today it’s widely used in industries such as the Oil & Gas, Chemical, Life Sciences,
F&B etc. American Petroleum Institute (API) has approved the use of MFM for custody transfer in 2002. (API MPMS
5.6 Coriolis flowmeters)

Q2: How does MFM measures mass directly?

A: The MFM operates on the Coriolis principle which measures the oscillation frequency (ie: twisting) of the measuring
tubes in the meter. The sensors, at the inlet and outlet ends, register the resultant phase shift in the tube’s oscillation
geometry and compute the rate of mass flow.

Q3: Why has it taken so long for bunker quantity measurements to adopt metering while automobile fuels retailers
has adopted metering for some time?
A: The use of MFM for bunkering is not a “plug & play” system. From our experience in the test bedding programme,
we learnt that the piping configuration on each bunker tanker might vary. A proper set-up, including the piping
configurations, is crucial to ensure the optimal performance of the entire MFM system.

In 2009, MPA and SPRING Singapore jointly initiated a MFM Working Group (WG) to develop and validate the use of
MFM for bunkering. Since 2011, MPA and the WG had conducted extensive trials to ensure that the system is suitable
for Singapore’s bunkering environment. With the success of the trials, MPA had, in June 2012, approved the first
MFM for official custody transfer in the Port of Singapore. The first MFM was an Emerson’s meter. In Oct 2013, MPA
approved an MFM produced by Endress & Hauser for use in the port of Singapore.

It is important to note that the approval for custody transfer is not a system-type approval. All individual MFM
systems need to undergo and pass the physical acceptance test before approval is granted by MPA.

Q4: When will the delivery procedures by MFM be incorporated into SS600?
A: The WG is currently developing a Technical Reference (TR) which will eventually be developed into a Singapore
Standards (SS).

In the interim, the Singapore Standard Code of Practice for Bunkering (SS600) is being revised and will incorporate the
use of MFM for bunker deliveries. The revised SS600 (SS600:2014) will be launched at SIBCON 2014. All MFM
deliveries will have to adhere to the MPA- approved bunker tanker specific procedures. MPA has also published a
Generic Mass Flow Metering (MFM) delivery procedure for the industry as a guide for the bunkering stakeholders

Q5: What are the 3rd party certifications or audits that MFM installations are subjected to?
A: MFMs are calibrated in accordance to SPRING Singapore’s requirement. The requirements are in line with both
OIML R117 and ISO 17025 standards. All MFM systems onboard bunker tankers are to be evaluated and approved by
MPA, before they are allowed to be used for custody transfer of bunkers.

Q6: How reliable is the MFM system and are there any contingency plans when the system breaks down?
A: There are minimal moving parts in the system and MFMs have been reliably employed in other applications. MFM
systems are also equipped with an uninterrupted power source (UPS) that is able to run the system in the event of a
power failure.

In the unlikely event that the MFM stopped in the middle of a bunkering operation, pumping shall be stopped
immediately and the meter’s totalizer readings shall be recorded. Tank gauging, in accordance with SS 600, shall be
used to determine the remaining quantity to be delivered and a separate BDN shall be issued. The final quantity
delivered shall be the sum determined from the meter readings and the tank gauging recorded in the respective BDNs.

This procedure is covered under the Generic Generic Mass Flow Metering (MFM) delivery procedure that is available
at http://www.mpa.gov.sg/sites/pdf/generic_mfm_delivery_procedure.pdf
Q7: Incentive eligibility
A: MPA has an incentive scheme to assist the industry in defraying a portion of the cost of MFM adoption. MPA will
be making a lump sum payment of $80,000 for all existing bunker tankers (holding a valid SB Harbour Craft (bunker
tanker) licence) delivering MFO in the port, upon the final approval for MFM to be used for custody transfer for
each bunker tanker.

Q8: I have a new bunker tanker which is estimated to be delivered between now and 31 Dec 2014. Do I qualify
for the incentive?
A: New bunker tankers will not be eligible for the incentive. For new bunker tankers that are being registered
between now till 31 Dec 2014, it is advisable to install the MFM system as soon as possible. The bunker tanker will
be scheduled for the acceptance test to be conducted by MPA. The bunker tanker will not be allowed to deliver
MFO after 1 Jan 2017.

Q9: What is the approval process for MFM system and what is the downtime expected?
A: The approval for MFM is an 8-step process (Annex A) covering from system procurement until the final approval
for custody transfer. The entire process is estimated to take around 4 months. However, the downtime for the
bunker tanker is approximately 1.5 weeks.
(Installation: 1 week, acceptance test: 3 days)

MPA will be scheduling existing bunker tankers for the acceptance test. This will be done approximately 2 weeks
after the deadline of the docking of the bunker tankers. With this arrangement, the downtime of the bunker
tankers will be minimised.

Q10: What happens when there is a difference between the reading of MFM and the terminal delivered figure
during loading?
A: All custody transfer meters used in terminals are required to follow the requirements as stipulated by SPRING
Singapore. SPRING Singapore’s requirement for the MFM is similar.

Our trial results showed that the variance between the MFM reading and the terminal delivered figure are within
the industry acceptable standard of 0.5%. In addition, there is no change from the current arrangement and
procedures when bunker tankers load from terminals. In the event of a bunker quantity dispute, the bunker tanker
should raise a note of protest as per current practice. In such situation, the bunker tanker will be able to
understand the loading operation in greater details through the recorded data.

Q11: How often will calibration be done and how is it done?

A: SPRING Singapore requires calibration procedures to comply with international standards OIML R117 and ISO
17025. The current requirement is for the meter to be calibrated every 3 years. Unlike traditional geared meters,
MFM does not have mechanical parts or moving parts and therefore the need for re-calibration is relatively lower.
The current approved meters were evaluated and are still performing in good condition.

Under the current practice, the MFM is required to be sent to a SPRING Singapore’s Recognised Testing Laboratory
(RTL) for re-verification/re-calibration. The bunker craft operator should time such operation to coincide with its
docking schedule to reduce the downtime for the bunker tanker.

Q12: Will my bunker tanker still be allowed to perform delivery via sounding (SS600) once the MFM system is
approved for use by the bunker tanker??
A: The mandatory use of MFM for MFO delivery is 1 Jan 2017. Once MPA approves the MFM system for custody
transfer for the bunker tanker, the approved MFM system should be used as the default measuring equipment for
bunker transfer/deliveries. In the event, there is a contractual agreement, between buyers and sellers, to use SS600
procedures (sounding) to measure the quantity of bunkers, MPA will not object to the arrangement. However, the
MFM system shall be kept operational during all operations and the information recorded on the MFM system will
be used in bunker dispute investigations.
Q13: How will the cost of bunker be affected by the implementation of MFM?
A: MPA calculated the monetary impact to bunker supplier and bunker craft operator using the cost of the MFM
system as a base. The calculations did not consider the gain in efficiency enjoyed by the bunker craft operator with
the expected bunker tanker’s higher turnaround rate.

Items Cost
Estimated cost of MFM inclusive of $220,000
installation (Estimated cost of $300,000 - $80,000*)
Estimated yearly maintenance cost $20,000
inclusive of calibrations
Period of amortization 5 years
Average tanker capacity 4000
Average number of turns per 8
month
Bunker delivered per month 32,000 mt
Unit cost for MFM $0.17/mt
*MPA incentive of $80,000 to existing bunker tankers delivering MFO

Q14: How is the testing of MFM system conducted?

A: Since 2011, MPA and the Working Group had conducted extensive trials on the MFM at varying operating
conditions to ensure that the system is suitable for Singapore’s bunkering environment. A total of 17 bunker
tankers participated in the test-bedding programme.

All meters approved for custody transfer meets the recommendations set by the Organisation of Legal Metrology
(OIML)’s R117:2007 standard - an international recommendation for measuring system for liquids other than water.

The meters are then sent to a SPRING Singapore’s Recognised Testing Laboratory (RTL) for calibration before it is
installed on the bunker tanker. Once fitted onboard and sealed, all MFM systems have to undergo 3 rounds of test.
During the tests, the entire delivery system are put through the verification process to ensure all pass-by are
blanked out and sealed. Sealings are to be done by an independent party to ensure the integrity of the system. The
data collected during the test were sent to Singapore’s National Metrology Centre for validation.

Q15: How do I ensure the integrity of MFM system is not compromised?

A: MPA requires the meter system set up to have no by-pass of flow after the meter. Any pass-by system on bunker
tankers shall be blanked out and sealed.

Under the approved delivery procedure, opening and closing procedures for a bunker delivery differ slightly All
bunker tankers installed with the MPA-approved MFM are to maintain the latest seal verification report and
metering system diagram indicating all the sealing points. The vessel representative and bunker surveyor, if
engaged, are required to check and ensure all listed seals are intact. They shall sign on the Mass Flow Metering
System Seal Checklist to indicate that the seals are intact. The same should be done be done for the closing
procedure.

Other than the Mass Flow Metering System Seal Checklist, the Meter Reading Record Form and Bunker Metering
Ticket generated by the system will provide an additional layer of security. All these requirements are stated in the
Generic Mass Flow Metering (MFM) delivery procedure.

Q16: How will transparency be enhanced when compared to tank sounding?

A: There is continuous digital data captured during the delivery process, the data can be viewed in the form of a
delivery profile. At any instance in time, and we are able to trace the amount of mass transferred. The MFM system
is also able to detect changes in operating conditions e.g. when we change supply tank, or when we clear the lines
at the end of the delivery.
The delivery profile data can be extracted from the system, if required.
Q17: Is there still a need for bunker surveyors for deliveries done via the mass-flow meters?
A: Yes. The role of bunker surveyor being an independent party to witness and ensure compliance to bunker
delivery processes remains unchanged.

There is a change in the function of bunker surveyors for MFM deliveries. For example, the surveyor is required to
cross check the seal verification report and the actual physical seals at various locations in the MFM system. This
procedure is to ensure the integrity of the entire MFM before and after the delivery. The detailed actions required
from bunker surveyors are covered under the Generic MFM delivery procedure.

MPA is also looking to expand the scope of work for surveyor and exploring the possibilities to train bunker
surveyor to perform zero verification for approved MFM system.

Q18: Will there be training provided to ensure bunker surveyors have the competency on MFM delivery?
A: Yes. MPA is currently working with various organisations to conduct technical workshops, pre-conference
symposium and bunker surveyor refresher courses to ensure bunker surveyors attain the competency to handle
MFM delivery. We will be contacting accredited bunker surveying firms to share further details.

Q19: If it’s required by the owner/charterer to perform opening/closing using sounding method. Will MPA allow
it?
A: For a bunker delivery done via a MPA- approved MFM system, there is no need for sounding to be conducted. The
BDN will reflect the delivered amount as registered on the MFM system. In the event there is a contractual
agreement between the bunker buyer and bunker supplier to conduct a bunker delivery as per SS600 procedures,
MPA will not object to such arrangement before 1 Jan 2017. However the appointed cargo officer and bunker
surveyor shall ensure that the MFM system is kept operational during all operations.

Documents available on MPA website

Generic Mass Flow Metering (MFM) delivery procedure

http://www.mpa.gov.sg/sites/pdf/generic_mfm_delivery_procedure.pdf
 Annex A

Step Certification stages Details Endorsing Party

1 Procurement of MFM system
2 Arrival of MFM system
3 SPRING Singapore’s approval
4 Installation of MFM system
5 MFM System Commissioning
Official Acceptance test of
6 chartered bunker tanker.
MFM system
Data Verification of test
7 result by National Metrology
Centre
Submission of documents to
8 2. Lump sum incentive payment, if
MPA for approval
1. Sizing of MFM
(correct operating range)
2. Registration with MPA for incentive MPA
scheme, if eligible
(Submission of Purchase order)
1. Complete water calibration
2. Submission of all required documents to
SPRING Singapore
1. Level 1 & 2 approval SPRING Singapore
1. Installation
2. Development of sealing plan
1. Submission of class endorsed revised
piping diagram and proposed seals location
for endorsement by MPA
2. Submission of bunker tanker specific MFM
delivery procedure
(to refer to generic MFM delivery procedure)
3. Submission of MFM vendor and BCO’s MPA
attestation on system & crew readiness for
acceptance test
4. Completion of sealing by SPRING
Singapore & Authorised Verifier/ authorised
organisation(s)
1. 3 runs of test
(3 x loadings and 3 x deliveries with MPA Data collection
supervisor, test
Test date is scheduled by MPA leader
(approximately 2 weeks after deadline of docking)
1. Submission of test data and test
documents NMC, A*STAR
1. Submission of all relevant documents*
MPA
applicable

*list of documents required for application

1. Meter Certification
2. Water Calibration Certification
3. SPRING Singapore certification of verification
4. Water to Bunker conversion attestation
5. Mass Flow Metering system (Design, layout, configuration etc)
6. Endorsed Sealing plan and bunker tanker piping diagram
7. Latest Seal verification report
8. Zero verification procedure
9. All Zero verification reports
10. Endorsed MFM delivery procedure specific to the bunker tanker
 [INFORMATIVE]
GENERIC MFM DELIVERY PROCEDURE
UNDER WORKING GROUP ON MASS FLOW METERING

Mass Flow Metering Delivery Procedure

for Bunkering
Date: July 2014

Prepared and certified by:

Name: Company’s Stamp:

Designation:

Signature:

Approved by:
Name: Company’s Stamp:

Designation:

Signature:

 Controlled copies shall be kept by SPRING Singapore, MPA, Bunker Supplier, Bunker Craft Operator
and Bunker Tanker
 This procedure shall be kept onboard the bunker tanker and is available for reference to the Chief
Engineer and the Bunker Surveyor (if engaged).
 In the context of this procedure, the meter refers to Coriolis Mass Flow Meter only. All references to
flow meters mentioned in Singapore Standard SS 600:2008, do not apply.
Record of Changes to the Mass Flow Metering Procedure

No. Date Description Revision Entered By Designation

Entered No. (Name)
Contents – MT ________ Mass Flow Metering Procedure for Bunkering

CLAUSES

Section One – General

1.1 Scope 1
1.2 Definitions 1
1.3 Pre-delivery conference 2
1.4 Documentation and records 2
1.5 Bunker specifications 3

Section Two - Pre-delivery Checks and Documentation

2.1 Documentation 3
2.2 Bunker Requisition Form (Mass Flow Metering) 3
2.3 Mass Flow Metering System Seals Checklist 3
2.4 Meter Reading Record Form (Delivery) 4

Section Three - Bunkering Operation

3.1 Delivery procedure and documentation 4

Section Four - Post-delivery Checks and Documentation

4.1 Documentation 5
4.2 Mass Flow Metering System Seals Checklist 6
4.3 Meter Reading Record Form (Delivery) 6
4.4 Determination of Delivered Quantity 6
4.5 Bunker Metering Ticket 6
4.6 Bunker Delivery Note (BDN) 6

Section Five – Additional requirements for bunker tankers

5.1 Meter Totalizer Log 7

5.2 Bunker tanker’s plan and diagram 7
5.3 Zero Verification 7
5.4 Meter Calibration 7
5.5 Documents Carried Onboard the Bunker Tanker 8

Section Six – Others

6.1 Metering stoppage/failure 8

6.2 Quantity Disputes 8
6.3 Quality Disputes 9

Annexes 10

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Section One : General

1.1 Scope

The purpose of this Procedure is to cover the pre-delivery, delivery and post-delivery checks and
documentation for the delivery of bunker by mass flow metering system specific to the bunker tanker 'MT
________’ in the Port of Singapore. This Procedure shall apply in place of all those related to tank gauging
for the determination of the quantity of bunker delivered stated in the Singapore Standard SS 600.
Specifically the clauses and annexes in SS 600, listed in Annex A herein are not relevant or applicable to
this Procedure.

For ease of reference, the terms ‘meter’ and ‘metering system’ mentioned in this Procedure refer to the
Mass Flow Meter and Mass Flow Metering System. The term ‘metering’ is the measurement of quantity by
the Mass Flow Metering System.

All other clauses and annexes, including but not limited to clauses and annexes on Ethical Practices and
Professionalism, Pre-Delivery Conference, Sampling, etc. in SS 600 shall apply.

1.2 Definitions

For the purpose of this procedure, the following definitions shall apply:

1.2.1 Authorised verifier

Authorised Verifiers (AVs) are qualified installers, manufacturers and repairers of weighing and measuring
instruments who are designated by SPRING Singapore to perform verification on weighing and measuring
instruments for trade use.

1.2.2 Bunker craft operator

The company which operates the bunker tanker

1.2.3 Bunker delivery note (BDN)

A proprietary document of the bunker supplier providing details of the quality and quantity of the bunker(s)
delivered by the bunker tanker.

1.2.4 Bunker supplier

The company which contractually agrees with the buyer to deliver the product

1.2.5 Bunker Surveyor

The person who inspects, measures, samples, investigates and reports as required on the bunkering
operations

1.2.6 Bunker tanker

The bunker barge or tanker supplying bunker(s) to the vessel.

1.2.7 Bunker(s)

Marine fuel oil (MFO) or marine diesel oil (MDO) or marine gas oil (MGO) for vessel’s use.

1.2.8 Cargo Officer

An individual who represents the bunker supplier and is responsible for all bunker operations including the
delivery and documentations.

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1.2.9 Chief Engineer

The Chief Engineer of the vessel who is responsible for receiving bunkers and documentation of the
bunkering operation

1.2.10 Master

The Master of the bunker tanker or the vessel receiving bunker(s) as the case may be.

1.2.11 Vessel

The vessel receiving bunker(s).

1.2.12 Use of “may”, “shall” and “should”

1.2.12.1 May – means a possible method or action

1.2.12.2 Shall – means a mandatory requirement

1.2.12.3 Should – means a preferred method or action

1.2.13 Start of delivery

See clause 3.1.3.

1.2.14 End of delivery

See clause 3.1.14

1.2.15 Meter reading

Resettable Totalizer (refers to Mass Total).

Non-resettable Totalizer(s) (refers to Mass Inventory).

1.3 Pre-delivery conference

Singapore Standard SS 600 Pre-delivery conference and Bunkering pre-delivery safety checklist applies.

1.4 Documents and Records

1.4.1 A complete bunkering operation shall include the following documentation that bears the bunker
supplier’s name and valid bunkering licence number:

a) Bunker Requisition Form (Mass Flow Metering) (Annex B);

b) Mass Flow Metering System Seals Checklist (Annex C);

c) Meter Reading Record Form (Delivery) (Annex D);

d) Bunker Delivery Note (BDN) (Annex E); and

e) Bunker Metering Ticket (Annex F) – shall be printed at the end of delivery and filed for reference.

Bunker suppliers shall have all these documents available on board the bunker tanker.

1.4.2 The Cargo Officer shall prepare the documents for the Chief Engineer without being asked to do
so.

1.4.3 Bunker suppliers may have their own formats for the documents as set out in 1.4.1, but the
information as set out in the relevant annexes shall be provided. These documents shall not contain terms

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which are inconsistent with this procedure. Examples of the documents of 1.4.1 are given in Annexes B, C,
D, E and F.

1.5 Bunker specifications

1.5.1 Bunker suppliers shall, unless otherwise agreed by the buyer, supply bunker(s) of a quality which
conforms to or is better than the standards set by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) for
"Petroleum products – Fuels (Class F) – Specifications of marine fuels" (ISO 8217). The values of hydrogen
sulphide and oxidation stability shall be stated in the certificate of quality issued by the cargo provider based
on samples taken at the cargo source. These two values shall be within the limits prescribed in ISO 8217.

1.5.2 For any contracted grade of bunker(s) which is not specified in ISO 8217, the bunker supplier and
the buyer shall have prior written agreement with respect to the bunker specifications. The bunker supplier
shall warrant that the bunker(s) is/are homogenous and stable.

Section Two – Pre-delivery Documentations and Checks

2.1 Documentation

2.1.1 The following documents shall be completed/prepared as required at pre-delivery stage:

a) Bunker Requisition Form (Mass Flow Metering);

b) Mass Flow Metering System Seals Checklist; and

c) Meter Reading Record Form (Delivery).

2.1.2 One original and at least two copies of the above documents shall be completed and signed by
the Cargo Officer and the Chief Engineer. The original shall be retained by the bunker tanker and the
duplicate shall be given to the Chief Engineer. The last copy shall be given to the Bunker Surveyor (if
engaged).

2.2 Bunker Requisition Form (Mass Flow Metering)

2.2.1 The Bunker Requisition Form (Mass Flow Metering) is not intended to vary the terms of any pre-
existing contract between the buyer and the bunker supplier.

2.2.2 This form shall contain the information as set out in Annex B.

2.2.3 If more than one grade of bunker(s) are to be supplied, the Cargo Officer shall indicate on the
form the order in which the grades are to be supplied. To avoid contamination of product, it is recommended
that the lighter grade should be supplied first followed by the heavier grade, unless otherwise requested by
the Chief Engineer in writing.

2.2.4 The Cargo Officer shall confirm with the Chief Engineer the requirements of the vessel including
the quantity, grade of bunker(s) and pumping rate.

2.2.5 All items in this form shall be completed and signed by the Cargo Officer, Chief Engineer and
Bunker Surveyor (if engaged) with their names clearly printed. This form shall be endorsed with the bunker
tanker’s stamp and the vessel’s stamp.

2.2.6 Any cancellation or amendment on this form shall be signed by the Cargo Officer and the Chief
Engineer.

2.3 Mass Flow Metering System Seals Checklist

2.3.1 Before the commencement of the bunkering operation, the Metering System Diagram and all
Sealing Points shall be checked and confirmed to be intact jointly by the Cargo Officer, Chief Engineer and
Bunker Surveyor (if engaged).The seal numbers observed shall match the seal numbers recorded in the
latest Seal Verification Report onboard the bunker tanker.

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2.3.2 Section A of the Mass Flow Metering System Seals Checklist shall be completed and signed by the
Chief Engineer, the Cargo Officer and the Bunker Surveyor (if engaged). Refer to Annex C for an example
of the Mass Flow Metering System Seal Checklist.

2.3.3 In the event any seal in the metering system is missing or broken or if there is any discrepancy (e.g.
seal numbers do not match), the matter shall be reported immediately to the Implementing authority for
further advice. The meter shall not be used for the custody measurement of bunker transfers until the
missing or broken seal is replaced and approved for use by the Implementing Authority.

2.3.4 If the Chief Engineer declines the invitation, the Cargo Officer shall record this on this form and
this shall be endorsed by the Chief Engineer.

2.4 Meter Reading Record Form (Delivery)

2.4.1 The Meter Reading Record Form (Delivery) is to record meter readings as witnessed by the
Cargo Officer and the Chief Engineer and the Bunker Surveyor (if engaged).

2.4.2 This form shall contain the information as set out in Annex D.

2.4.3 The Cargo Officer shall invite the Chief Engineer and the Bunker Surveyor (if engaged) to witness
and record the opening meter readings of the Non-Resettable totalizers in the Meter Reading Record Form
(Delivery), and ensure that the resettable totalizer meter reading is set to zero.

2.4.4 The Chief Engineer is strongly advised to witness the opening meter readings before the
commencement of the bunkering operation. If the Chief Engineer declines the invitation, the Cargo Officer
shall record this on the form and this shall be endorsed by the Chief Engineer.

2.4.5 Section A in Annex D shall be completed and signed by the Cargo Officer, Chief Engineer and
Bunker Surveyor (if engaged) with their names, date and time of signing clearly written. This form shall be
endorsed with the bunker tanker’s stamp and the vessel’s stamp.

2.4.6 Any cancellation or amendment on this form shall be counter-signed [and stamped] by the Cargo
Officer and the Chief Engineer.

Section Three – Bunkering Operation

3.1 Delivery Procedure and documentation

3.1.1 It shall be the Chief Engineer’s responsibility to prepare the vessel for receiving bunker(s),
including removal of the blank flange(s) from the vessel’s bunker manifold(s).

3.1.2 It shall be the Cargo Officer’s responsibility to ensure that the MFM system integrity is not
compromised for the purpose of bunker delivery.

3.1.3 Start of Delivery

Once the pre-delivery requirements have been completed and bunker hose(s) has/have been properly
connected and ready to commence pumping, the Chief Engineer and the Cargo Officer shall agree to start
the delivery. The following list of actions shall be completed.

a) Recording the non-resettable totalizer reading in Section A of the Meter Reading Record Form
(Delivery);

b) Resetting the resettable totalizer; and

c) Recording the start time.

3.1.4 Every measure should be taken to pack the meter as quickly as practicable at the start and
throughout the delivery process.

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3.1.5 A sufficient trim by stern shall be maintained to minimize stripping time, if required. Any stripping
of tanks should be carried out independently when there is no delivery from the other tanks. This is to
reduce air entrainment during the delivery process.

3.1.6 Communication between the bunker tanker and the vessel shall be maintained throughout the
entire bunkering operation.

3.1.7 The Cargo Officer shall ensure that the agreed pumping rate is adhered to by the bunker tanker
within safe operating practices. The agreed pumping rate should not be exceeded unless requested by the
Chief Engineer and duly endorsed by him.

3.1.8 When an order to stop pumping is given by the vessel, the bunker tanker shall stop the pumping
immediately.

3.1.9 All stoppages and reasons for doing so shall be recorded in the bunker tanker’s Meter Totalizer
Log.

3.1.10 Line clearing of bunker hose(s) shall only be carried out at the end of the pumping operation.

3.1.11 After pumping operation is completed, the bunker(s) contained in the bunker hose(s) shall be
cleared into the vessel’s tank. The procedure for line clearing the bunker hose(s) is as follows:

a) The Cargo Officer shall notify the Chief Engineer and Bunker Surveyor (if engaged) prior to the
commencement of line clearing operation;

b) The Cargo Officer shall close the discharge valve after the pump and build up the pressure in the
pipeline by using bunker tanker’s pump; and

c) Once the pressure is built up, the Cargo Officer shall open the discharge valve for the remaining
bunker(s) in the bunker hose(s) to be cleared into the vessel’s tank.

3.1.12 No air compressors or air bottles shall be used by the bunker tanker for the line clearing process.

3.1.13 The line clearing process shall not be repeated more than twice after the completion of the
pumping operation.

3.1.14 End of Delivery

After the line clearing process is completed, there is no more back flow of bunker and Meter stopped
measuring, the Chief Engineer, Cargo Officer and Bunker Surveyor (if engaged) shall agree that this is the
end of the delivery. The Meter Totalizer Readings shall be witnessed by, the Chief Engineer, Cargo Officer
and the Bunker Surveyor (if engaged) and recorded in the Meter Reading Record Form (Delivery). Time
shall be recorded and Meter Ticket printed. No re-pumping of bunkers shall be allowed and post-delivery
checks and documentation shall commence.

3.1.15 During the entire bunkering process, no other bunker tanker shall be allowed to come alongside
the bunker tanker delivering bunker(s) to the vessel, unless two different products are to be delivered to the
vessel simultaneously.

Section Four - Post-delivery Checks and Documentation

4.1 Documentation

4.1.1 The following documents are to be completed/printed:-

a) Mass Flow Metering System Seals Checklist;

b) Meter Reading Record Form (Delivery);

c) Bunker Metering Ticket; and

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d) Bunker Delivery Note (BDN).

4.2 Mass Flow Metering System Seals Checklist

4.2.1 On completion of the bunkering operation, the Cargo Officer shall invite the Chief Engineer and
the Bunker Surveyor (if engaged) to verify that the seals remain intact.

4.2.2 The Chief Engineer shall ensure that seals remain intact and the seal numbers match the seal
numbers indicated in the latest Seal Verification Report onboard the bunker tanker.

4.2.3 One original and at least two copies of the completed Mass Flow Metering System Seals
Checklist shall be signed by the Cargo Officer, Chief Engineer and Bunker Surveyor (If engaged) with their
names clearly printed and stamped with the bunker tanker’s stamp and the vessel’s stamp.

4.3 Meter Reading Record Form (Delivery)

4.3.1 After verifying that the seals are intact, the Cargo Officer shall invite the Chief Engineer and the
Bunker Surveyor (if engaged) to witness and record the closing meter totalizer readings in the Meter
Reading Record Form (Delivery).

4.3.2 One original and at least two copies of the completed Meter Reading Record Form (Delivery) shall
be signed by the Cargo Officer, Chief Engineer and Bunker Surveyor (If engaged) with their names clearly
printed and stamped with the bunker tanker’s stamp and the vessel’s stamp.

4.3.2 If the Chief Engineer has earlier indicated his intention to witness the meter totalizer readings but
subsequently declines the invitation to witness the closing meter readings, the Cargo Officer shall indicate
the change on the Meter Reading Record Form (Delivery) and such shall be endorsed by the Chief Engineer.

4.4 Determination of Delivered Quantity

The quantity of the bunker delivered is stated in the Meter Reading Record Form (Delivery) as Quantity
Delivered (Mass in Air).

4.5 Bunker Metering Ticket

The Bunker Metering Ticket shall contain the following information:

a) Name of bunker tanker and craft licence number (SB no.);

b) Meter Unique Identification Number;

c) Bunker start date & time;

d) Bunker end date & time;

e) Print time; and

f) Mass in Air

An example of the Bunker Metering Ticket is shown in Annex F.

4.6 Bunker Delivery Note (BDN)

4.6.1 The BDN shall contain the information as set out in Annex E and shall comply with the IMO
regulation 18(3) of Annex VI MARPOL 73/78.

4.6.2 After end of delivery, the Cargo Officer shall prepare the BDN for the Chief Engineer to sign. The
printed Bunker Metering Ticket (Annex F) shall be signed by the Cargo Officer and the Chief Engineer and
attached to the BDN.

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4.6.3 The BDN shall bear the licensed bunker supplier’s name and the valid bunker supplier licence
number.

4.6.4 All relevant and applicable columns of the BDN shall be filled in, and “NA” (Not Applicable) shall
be inserted in those blank columns.

4.6.5 Any cancellation or amendment on the BDN shall be endorsed and stamped by the Cargo Officer
and the Chief Engineer.

4.6.6 One original and at least two copies of the completed BDN shall be signed by the Cargo Officer
and the Chief Engineer with their names clearly printed and stamped with the bunker tanker’s stamp and the
vessel’s stamp.

Section Five – Additional requirements for bunker tankers

5.1 Meter Totalizer Log

5.1.1 Every bunker tanker shall keep and maintain a Meter Totalizer Log. An example of the format of
the Meter Totalizer Log is shown in Annex G.

5.1.2 The entries of the Meter Totalizer Log shall contain the following:

a) Date and time of receipts and deliveries;

b) Product grade, totalizer reading, bunker tanker tank numbers and source of receipts;

c) Product grade, totalizer reading, bunker tanker tank numbers and destination of deliveries;

d) Description of documents evidencing receipts and/or deliveries;

e) Summary of the Meter Totalizer Log; and

f) Name and signature of the person preparing the daily entries.

5.1.3 The Cargo Officer shall prepare the entries and sign the Meter Totalizer Log with his name clearly
written immediately after any meter totalizer movement.

5.1.4 The relevant pages of the Meter Totalizer Log showing all the Totalizer movements related to the
bunker delivery shall be made available for inspection and photocopying by the implementing authority, the
Chief Engineer and Bunker Surveyor (if engaged).

5.1.5 The Meter Totalizer Log shall be kept on board the bunker tanker for a minimum period of three
months, counting from the current date, and shall be made available to the implementing authority upon
request.

5.2 Bunker tanker’s plan and diagram

A general layout of the bunker tanker shall be conspicuously displayed on board. The tank capacity plan,
piping diagram including sealing points and trim and list tables shall also be available on board for
inspection by any party concerned.

5.3 Zero Verification

Zero Verification shall be done quarterly in the first year and six monthly thereafter, subject to review by the
authorities. Certified authentic copies of Zero Verification report and zero setting report (if required) must be
kept on board the bunker tanker.

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5.4 Meter Calibration

The meter shall be calibrated once every three years or as regulated by the implementing authority. A copy
of the calibration certificate must be kept on board the bunker tanker and a copy deposited with the
implementing authority.

5.5 Documents Carried Onboard the Bunker Tanker

The following documents shall be kept up-to-date and made available onboard the bunker tanker for
reference:

a) Meter Calibration Certificate;

b) Metering System Diagram and Sealing Points;

c) Meter Seal Verification Report;

d) Meter Zero Verification Report;

e) Cargo System Piping Diagram;

f) Mass Flow Metering Procedure for Bunkering endorsed by MPA;

g) Mass Flow Metering System Approval Letter from MPA for Custody Transfer; and

h) Copy of Enhanced bunker Cargo Officer course certificates accompanied with photo identity of the
Cargo Officer(s)

Section Six - Others

6.1 Metering Stoppage/Failure

6.1.1 In the event that there is a metering stoppage/failure prior to or in the middle of a bunkering
operation and the delivery cannot be continued, pumping shall cease immediately and the meter’s totalizer
readings shall be recorded. The stoppage/failure shall be reported to the implementing authority immediately.

6.1.2 Tank gauging in accordance with Singapore Standard SS 600 shall be used to determine the
remaining quantity to be delivered and a separate BDN shall be issued. The final quantity delivered shall be
the sum of the quantities determined from the meter readings and the tank gauging recorded in the
respective BDNs.

6.2 Quantity Dispute

6.2.1 In the event of any dispute at the end of the delivery with respect to the quantity of bunker(s)
delivered, the Cargo Officer shall invite the Chief Engineer and the Bunker Surveyor (if engaged) to re-
witness the meter totalizer readings. If the Chief Engineer declines to witness, the Cargo Officer shall record
it in the Note of Protest (Annex H) and the Bunker Surveyor (if engaged) shall record this in the Statement of
Fact.

The Chief Engineer and the Bunker Surveyor (if engaged) shall carry out the following:

a) re-check all sealing points based on the sealing plan and confirm all seals listed in the seal verification
report are intact;

b) confirm that all relevant lines have not been modified from that as stated in the piping diagram;

c) obtain and examine photocopies of the relevant pages of the bunker tanker’s Meter Totalizer Log
(Annex G) showing all the totalizer movements related to the bunker delivery;

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d) examine and obtain copies of certificates/documents listed in clause 5.5;

e) examine and obtain copies of last certificate of quality or equivalent document by the cargo provider
(terminal or ship); and

f) If any of the preceding steps are disallowed, the reasons shall be recorded in a note of protest by the
Chief Engineer or the Cargo Officer and Statement of Facts by the Bunker Surveyor (if engaged).

6.2.2 The Bunker Surveyor (if engaged) shall record all the relevant details and findings of the dispute in a
Statement of Fact. This document should be completed and acknowledged by the Chief Engineer and/or
Cargo Officer.

6.2.3 If the dispute remains unresolved, the Chief Engineer shall raise a Note of Protest [see Annex H,
example (a)].

6.2.4 The Cargo Officer of the bunker tanker should also raise a Note of Protest [see Annex H, example
(b)] if he disagrees with the alleged shortage.

6.2.5 A copy each of the note of protest raised by the bunker tanker and the vessel, together with a copy
of the BDN, shall be sent to the "Executive Director, Singapore Shipping Association" and the implementing
authority within 14 days after the bunker delivery.

6.3 Quality Dispute

6.31 In the event of any dispute with respect to the quality of bunker(s) delivered, the vessel/buyer
should tender a complaint in writing to the bunker supplier within 30 days (or such extended period as may
be agreed between the parties) after the bunker delivery.

6.3.2 A copy of the complaint with a copy of the BDN should simultaneously be lodged with the "Executive
Director, Singapore Shipping Association" and the implementing authority.

6.3.3 The parties shall have the quality of the mutually agreed sample analysed by a mutually agreed,
independent and certified testing laboratory under the national accredited body in accordance with ISO
Standard – ISO 8217. For any grade of bunkers other than the categories specified by ISO 8217, the quality
shall comply with the bunker specifications as agreed by the bunker supplier and the buyer prior to the
bunkering operation.

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Contents of Annexes
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Annexes

A Clauses and annexes in SS 600 that are not relevant or applicable to this Procedure 11
B Bunker Requisition Form (Mass Flow Metering) 12
C Example of Mass Flow Metering System Seals Checklist 13
D Meter Reading Record Form (Delivery) 14
E Bunker Delivery Note (BDN) 15
F Example of Bunker Metering Ticket 16
G Example of Meter Totalizer Log 17
H Examples of Note of Protest 18

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Annex A

Clauses and annexes in SS 600 : 2008 that are not relevant or applicable to this
Procedure

The following clauses and annexes contained in SS 600:2008 are not relevant or applicable to this
Procedure:
Clause 1.3.12 Gross observed volume (GOV)
Clause 1.3.13 Gross standard volume (GSV)
Clause 1.3.15 Oil-indicating paste
Clause 1.3.19 Water-indicating paste
Clause 1.6 Documentation
Clause 1.8 Bunker requisition form
Clause 1.9 Non-cargo tank declaration / inspection form
Clause 1.10 Tank gauging / calculation form
Clause 1.12 Delivery procedure and documentation
Clause 1.13 Tank gauging / calculation form
Clause 1.14 Verification of delivered quantity
Clause 1.15 Bunker delivery note (BDN)
Clause 1.16 Stock movement logbook
Clause 1.17 Bunker tanker’s plan and diagram
Clause 1.24.1 Quantity Dispute
Clause 2.9.2.2.8 Free water check
Clause 2.9.2.2.9 Temperature check
Clause 2.9.2.3.2 Draught, trim and list
Clause 2.9.2.3.4 Bunker tanker calibration tables
Clause 2.9.2.3.5 On board quantity measurement
Clause 2.9.2.3.7 Free water check
Clause 2.9.2.3.8 Temperature check
Clause 2.9.2.3.9 Stock movement logbook
Clause 2.9.2.3.11 Tank gauging / calculation form
Clause 2.9.2.3.12 Zero dip volume application
Clause 2.9.4.1 Bunker tanker
Clause 2.11.1 Disputes
Annex D Example of a bunker requisition form (informative)
Annex E Example of a non-cargo tank declaration / inspection form (informative)
Annex F Example of a tank gauging / calculation form (informative)
Annex G Example of a bunker delivery note (informative)
Annex H Tank gauging procedure
Annex N Example of daily entries of stock movement logbook (informative)
Annex X Example of a surveyor’s bunker tanker measurement report (informative)
Annex Z Procedure to calculate the delivered / received quantity

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Annex B
Example of Bunker Requisition Form (Mass Flow Metering)

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Annex C

Example of Mass Flow Metering System Seals Checklist

Mass Flow Metering System Seals Checklist

Bunker tanker : Bunker No. :

Date : Location :

Seal Verification Report No.:

All questions should be joinly answered by the Cargo Officer and the Chief Engineer by clearly initialing in the appropriate box.

Section A Section B
No. Item Description Tag No. Seal No. Before delivery After delivery Remarks
Intact Intact
Yes No Yes No
1 Mass Flow Meter MFT-01 WMO Seal
2 Junction Box (P) MJB-02

3 Mass Flow Junction Box (S) MJB-03

4 Metering Pressure Transmitter (P2) MPT-04

Instrument* Pressure Transmitter (P1) MPT-05
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6 Temperature Transmitter MTT-06

7 Bunker Metering Computer MFC-07

8 Pipe Flange Blank (Port) PF-2P-01

9 Pipe Flange Blank (Stbd) PF-3S-02

10 Pipe End Blank (Port) PB-4P-03

11 Pipe End Blank (Stbd) PB-5S-04

Pipe Line
12 System*
13
14
15
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Declaration
We, the undersigned have jointly checked all items on this checklist.

Section A - Before Delivery Section B - After Delivery

Signature of Chief Engineer: Signature of Chief Engineer:

Name: Name:
Date / Time: Date / Time:

Signature of Cargo Officer: Signature of Cargo Officer:

Name: Name:
Date / Time: Date / Time:

Signature of Bunker Surveyor (if engaged): Signature of Bunker Surveyor (if engaged):
Name: Name:
Date / Time: Date / Time:

* Please refer to document "Seal Verification Report For M/T __________________ (SB _____________)"

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Annex D

Example of Meter Reading Record Form (Delivery)

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Annex E

Example of Bunker Delivery Note (BDN)

BUNKER DELIVERY NOTE

BDN NO.
Bunker Metering Ticket No. :

Port : Date :

Delivery Location : Vessel’s Name :

Bunker Tanker’s Name : Vessel’s IMO No. :

SB No. : Gross Tonnage :

Alongside Vessel : Owner/Operator :

(Date/Time)
Commenced Pumping : ETD :
(Date/Time)
Completed Pumping : Next Port :
(Date/Time)
PRODUCT SUPPLIED
Product Name Flash Point °C
(ISO 2719)
Viscosity @40°C or 50°C, mm/s Sulphur Content % m/m
(ISO 3104) (ISO 14598 or ISO 8754)
COQ* density at 15°C, kg/m3
(ISO 3675 or ISO 12185)
Metric Tons Delivered
Water Content % V/V
(ISO 3733)
SUPPLIER’S DECLARATION MASTER’S/ CHIEF ENGINEER’S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We declare that the bunker fuel supplied conforms with We acknowledge receipt of the above product and confirm that the
Regulations 14(1) or 14(4) and Regulation 18(1) of MARPOL 73/78 following samples were jointly taken by the continuous drip sampler
Annex VI at the vessel’s manifold, sealed and numbered:
Seal No. Counter Seal No. (if any)

For ____________________________________________ Vessel: _________________ ______________________

Company’s Name and Stamp ________________ ______________________
(MARPOL)
____________________________________________ Bunker Tanker: __________ ______________________
Signature of Cargo Officer Surveyor: _______________ ______________________
Other: __________________ ______________________
____________________________________________ (To specify) (To specify)
Full Name in Block Letters Was a copy of MSDS received? Yes / No
CUSTOMER FEEDBACK
The following rating is satisfaction level of the bunkering operation
(Please Circle);
____________________________________________ 1 2 3 4 5
Bunker Tanker’s Stamp Very Unsatisfied Very Satisfied
Acknowledged by
REMARKS _________________________________________
Signature of Master/ Chief Engineer/ Date and Time
____________________________________________________________
Full Name in Block Letters
____________________________________________________________
Was a Note of Protest issued? Yes / No Vessel’s Stamp

*The COQ (Certificate of Quality) Density stated above is for fuel specification only and not for transfer quantity determination.

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Annex F

Example of Bunker Metering Ticket

[Name of Bunker Tanker] [Name of Bunker Tanker]

SB

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Annex G

Example of Meter Totalizer Log

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Annex H

Examples of Note of Protest

Example (a)

NOTE OF PROTEST
Date :
Ref :
To : ______________________________________________________
Master/Cargo Officer of bunker tanker

______________________________________________________
Address

Dear Sirs

NOTE OF PROTEST FOR BUNKERING OPERATION ON ___________________________(date)

I, Chief Engineer of M/V _________________________________________(Name of vessel) received

____________________tonnes of ________________________ (Grade of bunkers) out of the
________________tonnes requested on ______________________ (Date of bunkers received).

The bunkers were supplied by bunker tanker _____________________________ (Name of bunker tanker) –
SB No.: ___________________on _______________ (Date) at __________________(Location).

I hereby lodge a protest against the delivery. (Particulars of any undue stoppages or delays may also be
set out in this paragraph).

For more information on the dispute, please contact our shipping agent __________________________
(Name of company) at Tel No: _____________, Fax No: _____________ or e-mail address:
_________________________.

Yours faithfully

_____________________________ _______________________________
(Name & Signature of Chief Engineer of vessel) Vessel’s stamp

cc 1. Executive Director 2. Officer-in-charge

Singapore Shipping Association Bunker Services Department
59 Tras Street Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore
Singapore 078998 7B Keppel Road
Fax No: (65) 62225527 #21-07 Tanjong Pagar Complex
(Enclosing with it a copy of the BDN) Singapore 089055
Fax No: (65) 62211742
Email address: bsd@mpa.gov.sg
(Enclosing with it a copy of the BDN)
_____________________________________________________________________________________

Acknowledged receipt:

_________________________________________
Signature of Master/Cargo Officer of bunker tanker

________________________________________ ___________________________
Name of Master/Cargo Officer of bunker tanker Date/Time

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Example (b)

NOTE OF PROTEST
Date :
Ref :

To : M/V ____________________________________________________
(Name of vessel receiving bunkers)

Dear Sirs

NOTE OF PROTEST FOR BUNKERING OPERATION ON ___________________________(date)

I, Master/Cargo Officer of bunker tanker ________________________________ (Name of bunker tanker) SB No.:

______________wish to verify that _____________tonnes of ________________(Product) were delivered to
your vessel by my bunker tanker from ___________ (Time) on ____________(Date).

However, you have alleged that you have received ___________tonnes. In the presence of our Cargo
Officer, you and/or your representative have witnessed the meter totalizer readings before and after
delivery.

The delivery calculations were also verified by you.

In view of the above, I hereby serve you this letter of protest on your said allegation.

Yours faithfully

__________________________________________ ___________________________
(Name & Signature of bunker tanker Master/Cargo Officer) Bunker tanker’s stamp

cc 1. Executive Director 2. Officer-in-charge

Singapore Shipping Association Bunker Services Department
59 Tras Street Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore
Singapore 078998 7B Keppel Road
Fax No: (65) 62225527 #21-07 Tanjong Pagar Complex
(Enclosing with it a copy of the BDN) Singapore 089055
Fax No: (65) 62211742
Email address: bsd@mpa.gov.sg
(Enclosing with it a copy of the BDN)
_____________________________________________________________________________________

Acknowledged receipt:

_________________________________________
Signature of Chief Engineer of vessel receiving bunkers

_________________________________________ __________________________________
Name of Chief Engineer of vessel receiving bunkers Date/Time

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Q
Reset to Zero

SEAL RESETTABLE Bunker

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TOTALISER
Delivery
min Note
BUNKER OPERATIONS
Mass Flow Rate Mass In Air

(BDN)
0.0000 t/hr 0.0000 t
<

Aeration Present API Density

x
NO 1006.6351 kg/m3

EXIT
<

Q
SEAL
VERIFICATION
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Cargo Officer (CO) shall do the following Chief Engineer (CE) shall do the following
1. Invite CE and BS to re-witness meter totaliser 1. Re-witness meter totaliser readings.
readings. 2. Re-check and verify all seals in seal
2. Provide assistance for CE & BS to check verification report are intact.
documentation, seals and piping system. 3. Confirm that no modification from piping
3. Raise a Note of Protest if dispute remains diagram was made.
unresolved. 4. Obtain and examine relevant pages of bunker
tanker meter totaliser log.
5. Obtain and examine certificates and
documents listed in clause 10.7.6 of TR48.
6. Raise a Note of Protest if dispute remains
unresolved.

Bunker Surveyor (BS) shall do the following

1. Assist CE in the dispute management procedure as listed above.
2. Witness all procedures.
3. Record all relevant details, findings and observations in a
statement of fact.

MPA HOTLINE FOR QUANTITY DISPUTES

DURING BUNKERING OPERATIONS 1800 - BUNKERS (1800-2865377)

QUALITY DISPUTES
• Lodge a complaint in writing to bunker supplier within 30 days after bunker delivery.
• Lodge a copy of the complaint and BDN with the “Executive Director, Singapore Shipping
Association” AND “Bunker Services Department, Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore”.

QUANTITY DISPUTE: QUALITY DISPUTE:

REPORT TO RELEVANT PARTY REPORT TO RELEVANT PARTY
WITHIN 14 DAYS WITHIN 30 DAYS
1 QUANTITY 2
GRADE SEAL
PUMP RATE 123456
SEAL
VERIFICATION
BUNKER REPORT
REQUISITION
FORM
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Reset to Zero

RESETTABLE NON-RESETTABLE
TOTALISER
TOTALISER
BUNKER OPERATIONS METER
READING
Mass Flow Rate Mass In Air
BUNKER OPERATIONS 0.0000 t/hr 0.0000 t

RECORD
Aeration Present API Density
NO 1006.6351 kg/m3

If any seal is missing, broken or if there is

Mass Flow Rate Mass In Air
0.0000 t/hr 0.0000 t

FORM
EXIT

Aeration Present API Density

NO 1006.6351 kg/m3

discrepancy, report to MPA immediately.

EXIT

2 3

Tank stripping and line clearing shall only be

conducted at the end of the operation.
Q< x<
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TOTALISER
BUNKER OPERATIONS

METER SEAL
No re-pumping of bunkers shall be allowed
Mass Flow Rate Mass In Air
0.0000 t/hr 0.0000 t

READING VERIFICATION
Aeration Present API Density
NO 1006.6351 kg/m3

RECORD REPORT
EXIT

FORM after the bunker metering ticket is printed.

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