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Summary
Crude Oil Tanker Basics, 2nd Edition 2026
This book covers the basics of crude oil tanker operations, including planning and conducting cargo transfer operations, venting, purging, pump theory, inert gas systems and crude oil washing. It also provides updated guidance on vapour emission control, segregated ballast operations and current regulatory and equipment requirements.
The 2nd edition of this book has been revised and updated, covering topics ranging from the basics of crude oil chemistry to voyage fixing and recordkeeping. Fundamentals of cargo operations, such as calculating cargo quantities at loading and discharge, are explained in both theory and practice, with additional coverage of tank and line cleaning, stripping procedures and dealing with contingencies, such as equipment failure. Practical examples and checklists are provided.
This new edition also includes expanded guidance on pumping systems, vapour emission control systems, segregated ballast systems, ballast water management arrangements and other current operational requirements for crude oil tankers. This ensures that readers are equipped with the knowledge required to perform operations fully and correctly using up-to-date methods and compliant procedures. The book is supported by many new illustrations, including photographs taken on board a new build VLCC.
Crude Oil Tanker Basics, 2nd Edition, BP110660
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