Developing operational guidance to mitigate the risks of parametric rolling
Conference/JournalMARIN Report 141
Date31 Oct 2024
Parametric roll has been found to be an important contributor to container losses at sea. But how can we support seafarers to recognise the preconditions for parametric roll, acknowledge the risk of parametric rolling, know what to do, make the appropriate decision and act?
The TopTier JIP, which comprises a wide consortium of stakeholders from the shipping industry and safety authorities, is committed to preventing the loss of containers and is addressing the challenges surrounding the prevention of parametric rolling. In this article we describe how MARIN contributes to the development of operational guidance with knowledge, tools and facilities.
The TopTier JIP, which comprises a wide consortium of stakeholders from the shipping industry and safety authorities, is committed to preventing the loss of containers and is addressing the challenges surrounding the prevention of parametric rolling. In this article we describe how MARIN contributes to the development of operational guidance with knowledge, tools and facilities.
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Rob Grin
senior project manager | team leader
Willemijn Pauw
senior project manager
Readiness to take action
Understanding the risks associated with parametric rolling is a crucial element when considering decisions about when to take action. The ‘moving base bridge simulation’ is a unique facility in which parametric roll can be experienced, creating more understanding of and awareness about parametric rolling. The flexible layout of the bridge also combines awareness training with the development of the operational procedures with operational guidance instruments.
The 'moving base bridge simulation' is a unique facility
The Joint Industry Project TopTier is initiated to address these topics with active participation of major stakeholders.