Maritime Studies. Man Overboard. Denize Adam Düşmesi. Maritime Accident Investigation Reports. Maritime Research. IMO GISIS. Database. Veritabanı Oluşturulması. EU Project. TUBITAK. ITU Maritime Faculty. İTÜ Denizcilik Fakültesi. Maritime Accident Investigation, Casualty Investigation Code, Man Over Board (MOB), Lessons Learned, Database, Data Format, Report Forms. Root Cause Analysis. Root Cause Flow Charts. Collision Accidents. Analysis and assessment of ship collision accidents using Fault Tree and Multiple Correspondence Analysis. MCA. , Fault tree method, Multiple correspondence analysis, Collision Regulation, CollReg. Human Error. The results represent the cause statistics of the ship-to-ship collision accidents that occurred in the last 43 years. Considering the collision accident reports data, our results show %94,7 of collision accidents are related to human error.

A New Study Published in the Ocean Engineering Journal: “Analysis and assessment of ship collision accidents using Fault Tree and Multiple Correspondence Analysis”

Posted on January 12, 2022January 18, 2022 by Ismail Cicek

Journal Article:

Ocean Engineering, Volume 245, 1 February 2022, 110514

Hasan Ugurlu, Ismail Cicek, Analysis and assessment of ship collision accidents using Fault Tree and Multiple Correspondence Analysis, Ocean Engineering, Volume 245, 2022, 110514, ISSN 0029-8018,
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2021.110514.
(https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0029801821017923)

Authors

Hasan Uğurlu and Ismail Cicek

Highlights

• 513 ship collision accidents for all ship types, dated since 1977, were studied.
• 39 primary causes for collisions were examined with fault tree analysis.
• Importance and probability values for each primary cause are presented.
• Results indicate which COLREG Rules are violated the most.
• Recommendations are provided for reducing the potential collision accidents.

Abstract

Our research study indicates that, over the past few decades, the expected decrease in the number of maritime accidents has not occurred. The statistics show the collision and contact types of marine accidents have always been the most frequent. Primary causes that contribute to ship collisions were collected from 513 collision accidents reported since 1977, which is the date the Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (COLREGs) came into effect. The root causes of ship-to-ship collisions were determined statistically. Qualitative and quantitative analyses were carried out using the Fault Tree Analysis (FTA). This provided the probability and importance of the primary causes contributing to the ship collision accidents and defined minimal cut sets. Results show that the violation of the COLREG Rules is the most important and effective factor for collision accidents. Therefore, further analysis was conducted and the results showed which type of COLREG Rules mostly violated statistically. The primary causes were also examined by Multiple Correspondence Analysis, and it was determined that maneuvering and perception errors were the most effective factors in collision accidents. The results represent the cause statistics of the ship-to-ship collision accidents that occurred in the last 43 years. Considering the collision accident reports data, our results show %94,7 of collision accidents are related to human error.

Read more at Ocean Engieering journal…

Keywords

Maritime accidents, Ship collision, Fault tree method, Multiple correspondence analysis, Collision regulation, Human error

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2021.110514

Why is this Paper Important?

The results represent the cause statistics of the ship-to-ship collision accidents that occurred in the last 43 years. Considering the collision accident reports data, our results show %94,7 of collision accidents are related to human error.

513 ship collision accidents for all ship types, dated since 1977, were studied.
39 primary causes for collisions were examined with fault tree analysis.
Importance and probability values for each primary cause are presented.
Results indicate which COLREG Rules are violated the most.
Recommendations are provided for reducing the potential collision accidents.

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Effect of Weather on the Marine Propulsion Engine Performance Onboard a Ship

Posted on January 10, 2022January 14, 2022 by Ismail Cicek

IMO Model Course Exercise recommends students learn the weather change effect on engine performance.

GDS Engineering R&D developed a modern Engine Room Simulator (ERS) and it is in use by various research and training institutions. GDS ERS, called SERS, includes all engine room, ship, and environmental paramaters to demonstrate the weather effect to engine performance while onboard systems are maintaining their status with the displayed parameters. This scenario study is a predefined and set in the ERS for instructors to directly apply in their STCW Management Level Exercises. Student Workbooks accomodate this exercise with specficic forms to fill by the trainees.

Capture GDS Vision in the Engine Room Simulator Development

Posted on January 6, 2022November 8, 2024 by Ismail Cicek

In recent years, the maritime industry has seen a significant push towards technological advancement and stricter safety and operational standards. As vessels become more sophisticated and regulations evolve, the role of well-trained onboard maritime personnel becomes increasingly essential. In this context, the SIRE 2.0 program and GDS Ship Engine Room Simulator represent pioneering tools designed to equip maritime crews with deep technical skills necessary to meet new demands and improve the safety and efficiency of maritime operations.

Understanding SIRE 2.0 and Its Impact on Maritime Training

The Ship Inspection Report Programme (SIRE) has long been a fundamental tool in maintaining safety and operational standards across the maritime industry, particularly for tanker operations. Launched by the Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF), the program provides a comprehensive inspection system that evaluates the condition and operations of vessels. However, with the growing complexity of modern vessels and stricter environmental and safety regulations, the traditional SIRE program required enhancements to address these evolving needs. This led to the development of SIRE 2.0, an upgraded version that integrates data-centric inspection methodologies with a stronger focus on crew competency, operational excellence, and technical skills.

One of the key features of SIRE 2.0 is its focus on assessing the competency of crew members in handling complex equipment and operations. Rather than focusing solely on vessel condition, SIRE 2.0 evaluates the practical skills, knowledge, and decision-making abilities of onboard personnel. This ensures that crew members are not only familiar with equipment and operational standards but are also capable of responding effectively to critical situations.

The emphasis on crew competency in SIRE 2.0 aligns with the industry’s shift toward a human-centered approach in safety and operational excellence. This paradigm shift means that training programs must go beyond traditional instruction and delve into more practical, technology-driven skills, which is where simulators like the GDS Ship Engine Room Simulator come into play.

The Role of the GDS Ship Engine Room Simulator in Skill Development

The GDS Ship Engine Room Simulator is an advanced training tool that replicates the engine room environment of modern vessels, providing maritime personnel with hands-on experience in a controlled setting. This simulator covers a wide range of critical systems found in ship engine rooms, including propulsion, auxiliary machinery, electrical systems, and emergency protocols. By using the simulator, crew members can practice their skills, refine their decision-making processes, and gain confidence in handling complex systems without the risks associated with real-world errors.

The simulator allows trainees to engage in realistic scenarios, such as equipment failures, power management issues, and environmental challenges. This training is invaluable in helping them develop deep technical skills needed to respond effectively under pressure. Given the increasing complexity of ship machinery, which often integrates digital and automated controls, such simulator-based training ensures that personnel are well-prepared for both routine and emergency operations.

Developing Deep Technical Skills with SIRE 2.0 and the GDS Simulator

By integrating SIRE 2.0’s competency standards with the practical capabilities of the GDS Ship Engine Room Simulator, maritime training institutions can foster deep tech skills that are essential in today’s high-stakes maritime environment. Training programs using these tools can address various aspects, including:

Operational Readiness: By simulating real-life engine room conditions, the GDS simulator enables personnel to develop an intuitive understanding of systems and processes, which aligns with SIRE 2.0’s focus on crew readiness and situational awareness.

Crisis Management and Decision-Making: The simulator provides scenarios that replicate emergency situations, allowing trainees to practice crisis response, prioritize actions, and make critical decisions under pressure.

Technical Proficiency: The GDS simulator helps personnel develop advanced skills in troubleshooting and maintaining complex machinery, which is crucial for achieving SIRE 2.0’s standards for operational excellence.

Environmental Compliance: With a growing emphasis on environmental regulations, the simulator enables crew members to familiarize themselves with compliance standards and practice procedures that reduce environmental impact, such as optimizing fuel usage and managing waste effectively.

Safety Protocols: Through realistic training scenarios, the simulator reinforces safety protocols, ensuring that personnel can identify and mitigate risks, which is a core component of the SIRE 2.0 inspection program.

Enhancing the Future of Maritime Training
As the maritime industry continues

Maritime Investigation Reports Involving Man-Over-Board (MOB) Casualties: A Methodology for Evaluation Process

Posted on December 27, 2021January 15, 2022 by Orhan Gonel

Turkish Journal of Maritime and Marine Sciences, Vol: 5 No: 2 (2019) 141-170.

Authors

Orhan Gönel and İsmail Çiçek

Abstract

Flag states must issue their maritime investigation reports in accordance with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) circulars with the inclusion of ‘lessons learned’ items from recorded accidents or incidents. To identify the root cause of an event, there must be enough detail of information about the investigated event presented in reports. The information included in reports may help identifying the procedural deficiencies or technical challenges. Considering the Man-Over- Board (MOB) events as a sub group of maritime accident nvestigations, authors systematically reviewed over 100 reports containing MOB events in this study.

In this study, reports are reviewed and major differences in formats as well as level and type of information are recorded. A systematic methodology for reviewing and reporting the overall information retrieved from maritime accident reports is presented. To cover all information from reviewed reports, 113 information items are identified. An associated standard form is developed for use in extracting information from all investigation reports. Enabling the data collected systematically from reports, issued by the world maritime accident reporting states and agencies, and successively populated into a database for overall analysis, this form is called “Maritime MOB Events Investigation Form (MEI Form)”. This paper presents the content of the MEI Form and demonstrates the methodology of use for retrieving, formatting and analyzing the information from the MOB investigation reports using case examples.

Click to see published paper for more reading.

Keywords

Maritime Accident Investigation, Casualty Investigation Code, Man Over Board (MOB), Lessons Learned, Database, Data Format, Report Forms.

Highlights

A Form was developed and proposed for use in accident investigations.
Using the form and entry into a database, maritime accident investigation data is digitized.
Statistical Data for MOB Events were obtained and presented.
results provide useful data for having lessons learned items.
Provides a methodology for root-cause of MOB events.
Lessons learnt process is automated.

A Summary of GDS Ship Engine Room Simulator (ERS) charateristics to fit into your training program

Posted on November 17, 2021December 24, 2021 by Ismail Cicek

With our product, certified by the Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (Class NK) as a Class A (Full Mission) Engine Room Simulator, our purpose is to ensure that the instructors can efficiently utilize this training environment in their Maritime Education and Training (MET) programs and that the trainees can have a productive training.

Developed by GDS Engineering R&D; our product called Ship Engine Room Simulator (SERS);

Meets IMO STCW 2010 requirements (with Manila Amendments).
Supports training programs using IMO Model Course 2.07 (2017 Edition).
Certified by Class NK for meeting both IMO STCW 2010 and Model Course 2.07.
The simulator is the digital twin model of a real ship (ref. to User Manuals for complete references and details)
Configurable for an individual training study on a Workstation/PC
Configurable for group studies with distributed system configuration using distributed computers and large touch-screen panels as well as association of hardware consoles and panels.
Provides automated training reports.
Includes high voltage training functions
Simulates all engine room machinery and systems with over 50 Graphical User Interface (GUI) Panels.
All systems are interfaced with all engine room parameters, any change in any parts of the systems is immediately affect the other systems, as in reality!
Emphasizes all aspects of the electrical operations with realistic functions.
Easy graphical user interfaces that considerably decrease the time for learning and allowing instructors to directly move on to the training objectives.
Includes 5 User Manuals, allowing to apply the manuals to training programs directly.
Includes Exercise Workbooks for students to come to the simulator center with their study books. When books and user manuals are incorporated, it provides a similar work studies in real ships.
Exercise Book I is to use in the Operational Level of STCW 2010 training / competency levels. There are more than 10 example exercises are provided; already meeting the STCW objectives.
Exercise Book II is to use in the Management Level of STCW 2010 training/ competency levels. There are more than 10 example exercises are provided; already meeting the STCW objectives.
Engine room systems are simulated with high resolution rendered components providing easily readable GUIs on screens, which considerably decrease the learning time and moving on to the training subjects.

For more information, clisk here to read the details of the GDS ERS in our ERS product page. https://www.globaldynamicsystems.com/

or watch our YOUTUBE CHANNEL for more information with some example videos.

Dr. İsmail Çiçek

Posted on November 10, 2021November 19, 2021 by Ismail Cicek

Dr İsmail Çiçek 1990 yılında İstanbul Teknik Üniversitesi (İTÜ) Gemi Makineleri İşletme Mühendisliği Bölümünden mezun oldu. Akademik dünya ve endüstrinin değişik alanlarındaki çalışmalarıyla geniş tecrübe sahibi olan İsmail Çiçek, Texas Tech Üniversitesi Makine Mühendisliği Bölümünden 1995’de Yüksek Lisans 1999’da doktora diplomalarını aldı. Dr Çiçek yüksek lisans çalışmasında dizayn ve kontrol sistemleri, doktora çalışmasında ise mekanik titreşimler ve kontrol sistemleri konularında çalışmalar yaptı.

Dr İsmail Çiçek 1999-2003 yılları arasında İTÜ Denizcilik Fakültesi Gemi Makineleri İşletme Mühendisliği Bölümünde Öğretim Üyesi ve Bölüm Başkan Yardımcısı olarak görev yaptı. Bu süre içerisinde Dr Çiçek İTÜ Simülatör Merkezinin kurulması, International Association of Maritime Universities (IAMU) birliğinin oluşturulması, ve The State University of New York (SUNY) ile İTÜ Denizcilik Fakültesi arasında çift diplomalı lisans programının gerçekleştirilmesi çalışmalarında bulundu.

1997 yılından günümüze Dr. İsmail Çiçek ABD savunma sektöründe proje yapan şirketlerde ve ABD Hava Kuvvetleri Komutanlığı bünyesinde değişik program ve projelerde uzun yıllar (toplam 15 yıl) mühendis ve lider olarak çalışmalar yürüttü. Dr. Çiçek’in savunma sanayi deneyimi Coğrafi Bilgi Sistemlerini kullanan İnsansız Hava Aracı ve Sistemleri geliştirilmesi ve US Marine Corps’a teslimi, sabit kanat uçakların modernizasyonu (C-5, C-17, C-130 E/H/J, vb), askeri cihazlarının uçak, hava ve deniz araçlarında kullanılabilmesi için ortama uyumluluk testleri, insansız hava araçları için dizel motor geliştirilmesi ve uygulanması gibi önemli çalışmaları içermektedir.

Dr Çiçek, Raytheon ve Texas Tech Üniversitesi işbirliği ile hazırlanan Sistem Mühendisliği doktora programında Entegre Ürün Verifikasyon ve Validasyon dersini verdi. Titiz, enerjik ve mükemmel takım çalışması göstergeleri dolayısıyla İsmail Çiçek’e; Terra Health tarafından, 2009 yılında Mükemmel Mühendislik ve 2010 yılında Müşteriye Hizmette Üstünlük ödülleri, ABD Hava Kuvvetleri Komutanlığı’nca çok sayıda ödül ve teşekkür mektupları takdim edildi.
Bir çok bilimsel ve mühendislik yayınları olan ve uluslararası konferans etkinlikleri bulunan Dr. İsmail Çiçek halen ASTM, ASME, IEEE ve ISO gibi uluslararası profesyonel kuruluşlarda aktif üye olup, askeri ve sivil standartlar geliştiren komitelerde çalışmalar yapmaktadır. Dr. Çiçek’in uluslararası sivil ve askeri standartlar konusunda uygulamalı tecrübeleri bulunmaktadır.

Dr. İsmail Cicek, 2012 yılından itibaren İTÜ Denizcilik Fakültesi’nde Öğretim Üyesi olarak görev yapmakta, Otomatik Kontrol Sistemleri, Gemi Makine Dairesi Simülatörleri, Gemi Kontrol Sistemleri, Mekanik Titreşimler ve benzeri dersler vermektedir. Dr. İsmail Çiçek Üniversite-Sanayi işbirliklerine önem vermektedir, bu sebeple de IMSO, TÜLOMSAŞ, MILPER, FEMSAN, ve benzeri kurum ve kuruluşlar ile birlikte çalışmalar da yapmıştır.