Published November 2023
Marine underwriters have witnessed that the frequency of fires in the car/roro segment is currently at a level twice the frequency of fires on most other vessel types.
Cargo fires are the most frequent type of fires onboard these vessels, which could be related to the fire risk of cars in general, as well as challenges with detecting, locating and extinguishing fires on these vessels.
IUMI’s position
IUMI supports the Interferry RoRo Deck Fire Safety Operational Best Practice Guidance and the ongoing work at the IMO to improve safety of roro vessels and car carriers.
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