Statutory Services :: APPROVAL of STUDIES

PHRS's Plan & Appraisal dpt is performing reviews, evaluations and approval of naval studies which are mandatory according to the International Maritime Conventions.

PHRS approval is carried out on the basis of the Rules & Regulations of the Society and the applicable maritime conventions and IMO resolutions. Such review and approval is carried out to Trim & Stability studies, Loading Manuals, studies related to the Carriage of Grain, Strength Calculations, Damage Stability Calculations, SOPEP / SMEP manuals, Water Ballast Management Plans, Cargo Securing Manuals, Scantings and Strength re-assesments etc.

PHRS's Plan & Appraisal dpt is using dedicated software in order to perform as appropriate. Such software includes AutoHydro (by Autoship), RulesCalc (by LRS), several tailored made software utilities etc.

The approval process of Plan & Appraisal dpt is fundamental for PHRS operation as, this is the basis of all technical appraisal work enabling the issuance of Class and Statutory certificates, being in compliance with Society's Rules & Regulations and international conventions.