
Since most bunker delivery note of MGO has already stated correction temperature as 15° C, most engineers jump in directly to calculate the bunker quantity in weight ( MT) using: MT = ASV x TCD Very few marine engineers consider the trim, correction and the actual temperature. Having said that, with the above table, all engineers are used to the regular formula which makes use of the density and temperature provided in the bunker delivery note. Related read: Captain vs Chief Engineer: Fact About Their Responsibilities These tables are always onboard all ships.

But on this article, we are to discuss regarding secret behind bunker calculation which may lead to loss of product to the opposition party.īasically, bunker is calculated in weight, following the formula: Mass = Volume x Densityĭuring shipbuilding project, each vessel is provided with bunker and water tanks as well as its capacity in a separate table in which each tank capacity in volume marked sequentially with levels of sounding or ullage also with correction factors under various trim and heel conditions of the vessel. We have in the previous article discussed on ship bunkering operation and things involved. Therefore both parties eyes are always at a watch and it becomes the game of brain. The receiver never wishes to lose a drop neither the supplier wishes to give out more that request. Related post: 4th Engineer duties and Responsibilities While bunkering or giving out a bunker, the main objective of both parties is common ” loss“.

Bunkering operation is being handled by the chief engineer, whom deputy could be the fourth engineer or 3rd engineer.
