Transoil BV is an independent marine consultancy company that provides ship-to-ship transfer services, cargo surveying, bunker surveys, and loss control services worldwide. They have experienced superintendents and consultants who handle ship-to-ship transfers safely and efficiently. Transoil also offers equipment rentals, cargo surveys during loading and discharging, and on-hire and off-hire inspections to verify vessel condition during charters. Their experienced loss control team works to prevent real and apparent losses for clients in areas like crude oil, petroleum products, and biofuels.

1. Experts in Action
Experts in Action

2. Company Profile
Transoil BV is an independent professional marine consultancy company
delivering Loss Control, Cargo Surveying and STS services. The firm is
based in the Netherlands but operates world-wide for specialized
assignments.
Our experience for excellence is founded upon one of our core
principles which is to ensure that the highest standards of integrity
and expertise are offered to our clients on a personal, and
professional, basis.

3. STS Services 1
Ships like oil tankers and gas carriers carry huge amount of cargo in bulk which
does not have to be unloaded in just one port but at different ports. Even some
carriers like VLCC and ULCC which are massive in size does not berth in port or
jetty for discharge operation due to draught restrictions. In such condition ship to
ship transfer is utilised.
A ship to ship transfer becomes very economical as ship does not have to berth at
the jetty, especially for huge oil tankers, which removes the port berthing charges
and also cut short the time for berthing and mooring. But all these comes at a cost
of high environmental pollution and fire risk as chances of leakage in operation is
always there in open sea when ship is not moored or it is moving.
• In other cases due to logistics it can be favorable to perform ship to barge transfer
operations. This giving an advantage in lowering storage costs.

4. STS Services 2
What is STS or ship to ship transfer?
A STS or ship to ship transfer refers to the transfer of ship’s cargo, which can be oil or gas
cargo, between two merchant tanker vessels positioned alongside each other.
Either the ships can be stand still or the STS operation can also be performed while ships are
underway. But it requires proper coordination, equipments and approval to perform such
operation. Both the masters of the ships are responsible for the entire STS operation
Following are the requirements for conducting Ship to Ship transfer operation:
• Adequate training of oil tanker’s staff carrying out the operation.
• Proper STS equipment to be present on both the vessels and they should be in good condition.
• Pre planning of the operation with notifying the amount and type of cargo involved.
• Proper attention to the difference in freeboard and listing of both the vessel while transferring oil.
• Taking permission from the relevant port state authority.
• Properties of Cargo involved to be known with available MSDS and UN number.
• A proper communication and communication channel to be set up between the ships.
• Dangers associated with the cargo like VOC emission, chemical reaction etc to be briefed to the entire crew involved in
transfer.
• Fire fighting and oil spill equipment to be present and crew to be well trained to use them in emergency.
• All guidelines to be followed as per MEPC 59, MARPOL Annex 1 chapter 8, SOPEP, SMPEP, ISGOTT, STS transfer guide and
operational plan.

5. STS Services 3
Regulations
As Per Resolution of MEPC (59) a new chapter 8 is added to MARPOL Annex I for
prevention of pollution during STS operation between two ships.
This new regulation is applicable for oil tankers of 150 GT but bunkering operation
and oil transfer operations for fixed or floating platform has been excluded.
Following are the important features:
• The STS operation plan should be approved by administration.
• The STS operation plan is to be in the working language and to be approved not later than the date of first annual survey (intermediate or renewal
under MARPOL annex I) carried out on or after 1st Jan 2011.
• The guidelines of the STS plan should be in accordance with the requirements of IMO “Manual on oil pollution prevention, amended section 1” , ICS
and OCIMF “ ship to ship transfer guide”.
• The plan may be incorporated in SMS required by the Chapter IX of SOLAS 74, but in any case plan is to be approved as required by the resolution.
• After an approval of administration on STS plan, Operation before 1st April 2012 shall be in accordance to the plan as far as possible.
• The complete operation is to be recorded in Oil Record Book (ORB) and STS operation record book.
• The above record to be retained in the ship for 3 years.
• Any oil tanker under STS plan operate under the territorial waters or exclusive economic zone of MARPOL, must notify the following information to
relevant coastal authority prior to 48 hours of the commencement of the STS operation:
– Ship’s name, call sign and IMO number.
– Details of Owner, operator or shipping company.
– Type and quantity of oil for STS operation.
– Preparation done in brief for carrying out the operation.
– Estimated time duration of the complete operation.
– The operation to be performed underway or in anchorage.
– Identification of STS operations service provider or person in charge for overall advisory
• If there is a delay in the ETA, same must be informed to the coastal authority.
• After Delay in ETA, all the information listed above to be re-confirm to coastal authority prior to 6 hrs carrying out the operation

6. STS Services 4
Transoil BV offers a wide range of marine equipment and services for all ship to
ship transfers of bulk liquids between all types of vessels around the world. Our
experienced Superintendents and STS Consultants are dedicated to handle your
ship to ship transfers efficiently, safely and with respect for the ecological
environment we work in.
Our crew and equipment are located nearby ports in the ARA region resulting in
quick response and short mobilization time.
We are ISO 9001 accredited, to give our clients quality assurance.

7. Equipment Rentals
• Standard Fenders (3.3m X 6.5m)
• Baby Fenders (1.5m x 3.0m)
• Oil Transfer Hoses
• Vapour Hoses
• Chemical Hoses
• Gas Transfer Hoses
• Hose Buns
• Reducers
• Oil Booms
• Oil Skimmers

8. Bunker Survey 1
When buying fuel, you need to know that the ship receives the amount of
fuel purchased. You also need to know, that this fuel is neither
contaminated nor of a substandard quality that could adversely affect the
ship’s fuel system, engine or environmental performance. Through bunker
quantity surveys and routine quality analysis, as well as further specialized
analyses, Transoil supports you through the procurement, delivery and use
of marine fuel.
Bunker quantity loading measurement
With our bunker fuel inspection services, you can be sure that you receive
the volume of fuel purchased. We provide you with detailed and reliable
analyses of the quantity at loading point, discharging point and the
quantity of any transferred fuel, and measure this both pre and post
delivery, either onboard vessels, in supply storage and/or on barges as
required. Our extensive global service provides you with reliable,
impartial, documented evidence should you need to make any shortage
claims.

9. Bunker Survey 2
Routine bunker quality analysis
You need to know that the fuel you purchase will provide your vessel with the operational
performance and safety levels you expect. Together with approved, independent and certified
partners we can check the quality. These analyses deliver information that enables you to fully
manage the risks associated with fuel quality issues. We assess the conformity of your fuel with ISO
8217 specifications and ensure it complies with regulations such as Marpol Annex VI, Port State
Control Inspections and the various Emission Control Areas (ECAs).
Our full service covers visual inspections, representative sampling, laboratory analysis and technical
assistance.
Specialist bunker analysis
Contamination or adulteration can occur and unwanted substances can enter fuel during the
refinery process. There are many further specialized tests that we can conduct to help protect a
ship’s engine and equipment, ensuring safety and helping you avoid unnecessary costs. Should any
disputes arise over the quality of fuel supplied, we are able to provide the support and forensic
analysis for you to pursue a claim.
With bunker survey services from Transoil, you can always be sure of the quantity and
quality of your bunker fuel.

10. On-Hires and Off-Hires
Whether you are the owner or the charterer, it is critical to have sound, reputable
documentation of the condition of a vessel at the beginning and conclusion of a
charter agreement. This information is crucial in the event of a dispute over the
condition and maintenance of the vessel following a charter term.
Transoil’s experienced marine surveyors represent you. They inspect your vessel
prior to the commencement of the charter. They examine the equipment on board
and document its condition and state of maintenance. At the end of the
charter, our marine surveyor re-examines the vessel and documents any
noteworthy changes. Detailed reports are then given to all parties involved in the
charter. The report can be a key piece of independent evidence that can protect
your interests in the case of a dispute over the maintenance state or condition of a
vessel at the conclusion of a charter.
Independent loading master and on- & off-hires are commercial carrier
inspection services offered by Transoil, the trusted experts in bulk cargo trade
services

11. Cargo Surveys & Superintendency
Transoil BV has a widely known reputation within the Cargo Surveying industry,
with our dedicated team of qualified and experienced professionals. Transoil has
carried out numerous cargo surveys or have overseen cargo operations as
Superintendents, across a wide spectrum of dry and wet cargoes.

12. Cargo Surveys & Superintendency
Whatever the operation, be it a loading, discharge or an STS operation; or
whatever the cargo, be it Dry goods, Reefer, or Petroleum such as Crude Oil,
Products, or Chemicals, Bio-Fuels, LNG/LPG, we have expertise available to protect
your interests.
Our policy includes attendance at the loading and discharging or STS operations;
until confirmation of both quantity and quality are successfully obtained. By doing
such, we have found that we have been in a stronger position to prevent our
clients from suffering financial losses in cargo shortages, cargo contaminations and
demurrage claims.
Precise and regular communication with our clients, both prior and during an
assignment by the attending Surveyor or Superintendent is an integral part of our
service.
Knowing your business enables us to be more commercially proactive on your
behalf.
We are ISO 9001 accredited, to give our clients quality assurance

13. Loss Control 1
Loss Control is the process that is used to succeed in today’s ever demanding and
evolving Petroleum industry. More than ever before, it is vital that a loss control
strategy is in place working and protecting your financial interests.
Transoil BV has an well known reputation within the Loss control industry, with our
dedicated team of qualified professionals including, Master Mariners, Chemists,
Ex-terminal personal and experienced superintendents.

14. Loss Control 2
Losses can be categorized into two associated areas:
• Real physical losses are caused by events such as; ROB quantities, loss of light ends, leakage or
passing of vessel or terminal valves and deliberate theft or sabotage.
• Apparent losses; these are paper losses caused by poor or erroneous procedures in quantity
measurements, differing calculation procedures, sampling, sample handling and analysis as well as
the different contractual methods of determining Quantity and Quality between the purchase and
sale of a cargo.
Our policies ensure that we strategically evaluate an operation to prevent, minimize or eradicate
both real and apparent losses.
All of Transoil’s consultants are pro active to give that added value to our principals’ commercial
interest.
Our expertise enables us to investigate, react and respond to prevent our clients from suffering
financial losses in cargo shortages, contaminations and demurrage claims.
We are ISO 9001 accredited, to give our clients quality assurance.

15. Loss Control 3
Crude Oil & Petroleum Services
In an ever-evolving world market of clean & black oil trading, transportation and storage; it is
vital, more than ever before, that a loss control strategy is in place - working on your behalf.
Transoil BV has a wealth of global experience in the monitoring, measurement and control of a
wide range of various crude oils and petroleum products.
Our Loss Control techniques include:
• 100 % attendance during a load, discharge or STS operation
• "Squeeze dry" discharge operations, effective C.O.W plan and monitoring,
• particularly of heated or waxy natured cargoes
• Multi Point ROB/OBQ assessment
• Specialized Closed sampling techniques available
• Direct "real time" field communication with our clients
• Protection of Principal’s Commercial Awareness / interest
• Analytical witnessing
• Minimizing demurrage costs
• Cargo Blending, both onboard and in terminal
• Oversight of cargo document accuracy
• Detailed and un- biased report of events
• Loss Investigation

16. Loss Control 4
Bio-Fuels
Transoil BV is building their knowledge base with Bio-Fuels having been requested to attend
for shipments and on claims matters relating to these products. In addition, on the quality
side we have been gaining experience with each cargo we have been involved with; as there
is such a variety of products available in the market each with varying quality standards.
Transoil BV is well placed to be able to assist you with any recent Claims matters and also
with Loss Control and Claims Prevention.
LNG/LPG
Transoil’s experts have experience with measurement practice and certain claims matters
relating to these cargoes and are well placed to be able to assist you with any recent Claims
matters and also with Loss Control and Claims Prevention.

17. Loss Control 5
Terminal Shore Tank Auditing (Inventories)
Marine Cargo Experts qualified team can offer an Inventory service linked to any operational Loss Control
system your company may run.
Vessel Tank Cleaning
• Marine Cargo Experts qualified team can offer:
• A pre-wash vessel tank inspection
• A vessel washing equipment inspection & suitability report
• A risk assessment and time-scale report
• A bespoke tank washing program, designed individually, for each vessel
• Use of chemical wash if needed
• 100% attendance during washing operation
• Direct field communication with our clients
• Motivation, support and guidance to a vessel’s officers and crew
Our attendance can reduce a vessel’s down-time and eliminates possible next cargo contamination.

18. Experts in Action
Experts in Action