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Minister Lui also shared that MPA has developed an industry guide for the use of mass flow metering system. The industry guide will provide an overview of the requirements for applying mass flow metering system during bunker deliveries in Singapore. With the introduction of the industry guide, MPA hopes to encourage more bunker players to adopt mass flow meters so as to promote the development of a Singapore Standard for Mass Flow Metering System in the future. The industry guide will be available on MPA's corporate website at www.mpa.gov.sg/sites/pdf/mass-flow-metering-guide.pdf. Other than the initiatives announced by Minister Lui, MPA will also commence a study on frothed bunkers and establish a hotline to help manage bunker disputes. These initiatives are part of MPA's efforts to enhance the quality of bunkering in Singapore and will also help ensure Singapore retains its competitiveness as the world's leading bunkering port. MPA and the Singapore Maritime Institute have appointed the National Metrology Centre to conduct an in-depth study on frothed bunkers to tackle recent allegations of frothed bunkers being delivered in Singapore. The study aims to verify the presence of frothed bunkers and the impact of such frothing, if present, during the custody transfer of bunker fuel. Addressing the issue from both theoretical and practical perspectives, the study is expected to be completed in 2013. MPA will be establishing a bunkering assistance hotline, 1800-BUNKERS (1800-2865377), for the industry to contact MPA for on-site assistance in the event of bunker quantity disputes. This 24/7 hotline will enhance the bunkering experience offered in the Port of Singapore and facilitate dispute management. The bunkering assistance hotline will be effective from 1 November 2012, 0830hrs. Recognised as the world's largest gathering of shipping and bunkering professionals, the biennial SIBCON, organised by MPA, is a flagship platform that addresses both current issues and future trends in the global bunkering industry. Keynote presentations and panel discussions covered a range of topics such as fuel efficiency and savings, LNG bunkering and its challenges, the use of mass flow meters in Singapore, as well as compliance with international fuel regulations. Opening Ceremony of SIBCON 2012Minister for Transport, Mr Lui Tuck Yew, at the opening ceremony of SIBCON 2012 Touring the exhibition booths at SIBCON 2012 Minister for Transport, Mr Lui Tuck Yew, touring the exhibition booths at SIBCON 2012 About the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) was established on 2 February 1996, with the mission to develop Singapore as a premier global hub port and international maritime centre (IMC), and to advance and safeguard Singapore's strategic maritime interests. MPA is the driving force behind Singapore's port and maritime development, taking on the roles of Port Authority, Port Regulator, Port Planner, IMC Champion, and National Maritime Representative. MPA partners the industry and other agencies to enhance safety, security and environmental protection in our port waters, facilitate port operations and growth, expand the cluster of maritime ancillary services, and promote maritime R&D and manpower development. Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore press release |
MPA introduces initiatives to enhance