News

June 2024

bMC’s Loh Chee Seng was engaged by P&I Insurers to attend on board a gas carrier which sustained damage during a collision with a towed object. The damaged vessel was taken to dry dock in Singapore where Loh attended to catalogue the damages and record ongoing repairs.  

bMC’s Heiko Förster was engaged by vessel owners to undertake an evaluation of onboard machinery with the intention of the Owner to extend the planned service life of the vessel. The Owner wished to determine which equipment would require replacement or modification in order to maintain reliability for a number of additional years’ service. Heiko attended on board the vessel in Poland to conduct an on-board assessment of the condition and status of all engine room machinery, before drafting a full report for the Owner.

bMC Singapore were engaged by underwriters of a tanker following a collision and oil spill incident in Singapore waters. bMC’s Adeline Goh and Loh Chee Seng were requested to make an evaluation of damages sustained in the incident. Subsequently, the bMC Singapore team were requested to coordinate the insurers efforts in respect of the cleanup for small craft affected by oil staining as a result of the incident. Having significant experience in oil pollution & cleanup, Alex Leonard of bMC UK travelled to Singapore, to assist the client and the bMC team with his specialist knowledge in the field.

bMC’s Heiko Förster and Alexandre Poirier attended the commencement survey and the fuel removal of a general cargo vessel sunk in the German bight. The fuel removal operation was successfully concluded on schedule to the satisfaction of the German authorities. A positive milestone was achieved by the team on site, conducting sub-sea operations in challenging conditions, to recover the remaining fuel oils.

bMC’s Maggie Xu and Loh Chee Seng were on site in the Zhoushan, China area to oversee the fuel removal from a capsized offshore vessel. Despite technical challenges, the removal operations progressed well and the fuel was successfully removed on schedule. Simultaneously, the bMC Singapore team prepared to source options for the client to engage a contractor for the recovery of the vessel.

bMC’s Banarji Somanathan remained on site in Indonesia to oversee the continuing removal operations of a tanker. Monsoon conditions began to abate, giving the team improved workability. The wreck is in a remote and sensitive location.

bMC’s Dave Evans took up duties on site in Southern Chile monitoring the wreck removal of a concrete-built fish farm vessel in a remote location. Although some delays were incurred due to weather (not to mention the low temperatures), the team made good progress towards completion.

May 2024

bMC’s Hamburg office were engaged by lawyers representing a vessel operator, in a dispute regarding an offshore vessel. The bMC Hamburg team were requested analyse available information then give technical input and opinion in respect of the claim.

bMC’s James Swinburn was requested by a regular client to give advice and opinion in respect of the planned disposal of a vessel in South America following a casualty & salvage incident. The location of the vessel is remote meaning that logistics are challenging and options limited.

bMC’s Captain Rohit Mann was requested by P&I Insurers to attend site in Maldives to carry out a damage assessment following a collision between a barge and multiple vessels, as well as a jetty construction. Rohit attended the site to conduct a survey of vessels and jetty before reporting his findings to the client, including providing opinion in respect of the possible causation.

bMC’s Kieran Hopkins was requested by Average Adjusters to give opinion in respect of likely costs for towage of a vessel from the USA to China for a historical case. Based on experience of the tug charter market, Kieran gave advice to the adjuster on anticipated costs involved.

bMC’s Paul Winter was on site in Southern Chile to monitor the wreck removal of a grounded fish farm vessel at a remote location. Despite the onset of the Southern Ocean winter, the team commenced operations and got off to a good start.

bMC’s Maggie Xu and Capt. Ajay Prasad were requested by P&I Insurers to attend the site of a capsized offshore vessel in the Zhoushan area, China. Maggie and Ajay were requested to provide support to the Owner as well as monitor ongoing operations and give opinion on the likely required actions to recover the vessel.

bMC’s Banarji Somanathan remained on site in Indonesia to oversee the continuing removal operations of a tanker. Monsoon conditions continued to provide a challenging working environment for the team on site. Nonetheless, progress continues. The wreck is also in a remote and sensitive location.

April 2024

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier was engaged as salvage consultant by P&I interests for a yacht sunk in port in Portugal. The P&I insurer requested his attendance at the sinking site, in order to give guidance for minimising the pollution threat and to give advice in respect of removal prospects.

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was requested by P&I interests to conduct an investigation on site in southern Germany following alleged contamination of a bulk liquid cargo on an inland tanker. Peter was requested to attend the vessel for sampling, investigate the potential cause and give opinion on the potential options for the cargo.   

bMC Singapore requested to carry out an investigation following alleged damage to a sub-marine cable in Malaysia. The P&I insurer requested the bMC Singapore team to gather available information in order to reconstruct vessel movements to then establish the involvement of the concerned vessel. The team were further requested to attend on board the vessel to carry out an investigation into the circumstances of the alleged incident.

bMC’s James Swinburn attended as SCR on site in the Black Sea for the ongoing salvage operation of a grounded and partially sunk general cargo vessel in laden condition. James continued with monitoring the salvage operation and reporting developments to all interested parties under an ongoing LOF/SCOPIC.

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad and Maggie Xu attended the site of a wreck removal in Indonesia to oversee the continuing removal operations of a tanker in a remote and sensitive location. The weather conditions have continued to challenge the whole team but works are progressing.

bMC’s Cargo interests again engaged Captain Peter Kurtenbach to oversee and report on the transhipment of some high value cable on drums during loading from land to an inland cargo vessel in Germany.

March 2024

bMC’s Chief Engineer Heiko Förster was engaged as an expert witness by the German court system to give opinion relating to damage caused by a fire on board a vessel.

bMC’s Alex Leonard was engaged by P&I interests to provide on-site consultancy for a yacht wrecked on the Mediterranean coast of Spain. Alex was requested to give guidance to the P&I Club in respect of engagement of a contractor to recover the wreck and bring it to a safe place for lifting out and subsequent disposal. The wreck site was exposed to the swell and with poor weather forecast, it was critical to remove the wreck swiftly & safely.  

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach carried out an investigation following a request from the P&I insurer to establish the nature and extent of damage as well as the likely cause, following a collision between an inland cruise vessel and a fixed object on a German inland waterway. Peter conducted an investigation based on the available electronic data.    

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar remained in attendance as the SCR for a general cargo vessel laden with cargo, sunk in the Black Sea. Lars remained on site to monitor the salvage operation and report developments to all interested parties.

bMC Singapore were requested by P&I interests to provide consultancy in respect of a wreck removal case in northern India. The bMC team were requested to source options for the removal, give advice on the proposals received and work with the client to engage the preferred contractor.

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach conducted a survey following a request from the cargo insurance interests to monitor and report on the loading of heavy machinery system components from shore to water transport in western Germany.

bMC’s JC Ocasio was on site as the engaged salvage consultant for the wreck removal of a tug sunk on the river Parana in Paraguay. JC was on site for the recovery providing continued technical input to the selected contractor and Owner during the works.

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad was engaged by Owners of a piece of dredging equipment that was lost and sunk in mud at an Indian port. Ajay was requested to give advice on the planned method of the contractor and work with the contractor to develop the recovery plan.

bMC’s Loh Chee Seng was in the Philippines to provide consultancy to the P&I insurers following an incident of partial sinking. Loh was on site to oversee the completion of works following the wreck removal of the general cargo vessel. The process included recovery and disposal of the cargo of bagged rice.

bMC’s Banarji Somanathan remained on site in Indonesia to oversee the continuing removal operations of a tanker. The monsoon conditions have provided an even further challenging working environment for the team on site. The wreck is also in a remote and sensitive location.

February 2024

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier was engaged by P&I interests for an inland cargo vessel with alleged water ingress and wetted cargo on central German waterway. Alexandre attended the vessel for an initial survey as well as follow up surveys until the situation was resolved.

bMC’s JC Ocasio was engaged by the insurers of a pusher tug operating on the River Parana. The tug sank during tug and barge operations and Owners were busy planning a recovery of the tug. The P&I Insurers wished JC be on site for the recovery to provide technical input to the selected contractor and Owner during the removal.

bMC’s Singapore were engaged by P&I interests to provide consultancy for a planned wreck removal of a cargo barge sunk in Gujarat, India. The bMC India team have been busy assessing the wreck, location and potential contractors as well as their methods to give the P&I Club advice on how best to proceed with the removal of the wreck.

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was requested by P&I interests to attend on site in southern Germany following contamination to a bulk cargo on an inland cargo vessel. Peter was requested to monitor discharge operations, investigate the extent of the loss and give opinion on the likely cause.   

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar remained on site as the Special Casualty Representative during the salvage operation of a grounded and partially sunk general cargo vessel in laden condition. Lars was on site monitoring the salvage operation and reporting developments to all interested parties.

bMC’s Consultant and Marine Engineer Paul Winter remained on site in the Philippines to oversee the successful refloating of general cargo vessel following earlier partial sinking and grounding. Following the refloating, Paul remained on site to oversee and give guidance to the P&I Insurer in respect of the planned onward towage of the vessel.

bMC’s Chief Engineer, Heiko Förster, was engaged by Owners of a tug in the Netherlands to attend on board and provide a condition survey at the time of purchase.

bMC’s Banarji Somanathan was on site in Indonesia to oversee the continuing removal operations of a tanker. The swell at the site has provided challenges throughout the operation. The wreck of a product tanker is also in a remote and sensitive location.

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was requested by P&I interests to attend on site along the River Weser in Germany following an allegation of mould in a cargo of feed pellets on an inland cargo vessel. Peter was requested to investigate the nature of the damage and give opinion on the likely cause.   

January 2024

bMC’s Chief Engineer Heiko Förster was engaged by insurance interests following a machinery breakdown and damage to the main engine of a wind farm support vessel. Heiko was requested to investigate the circumstances and give opinion on the likely root cause.

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar was engaged by P&I Interests to give advice in respect of a plastic pollution incident in the Bay of Biscay. Lars was requested to give opinion on the potential recovery of the source of the pollution.

bMC’s Professor Doctor Roland Goertz was requested by transport insurance interests to review available information and give opinion in respect of a fire started at a tank container in Southern Germany during road transhipment.

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad engaged by P&I interests to evaluate the available information on a collision case off Malaysia. Ajay was further requested provide a written report giving a summary of the events as well as opinion on the cause of the collision including an opinion on the split of liabilities.

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was requested by P&I interests to attend on site and investigate the nature and extent of damage to steel coils following an allegation of damage during sea shipment. Peter attended a joint inspection and gave opinion in respect of causation.    

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar was engaged as Special Casualty Representative for a general cargo vessel laden with cargo, sunk in the Black Sea. Lars remained on site during the salvage operation to conduct his works as the appointed SCR, monitoring the salvage operation and reporting developments to all interested parties.

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was requested by cargo insurance interests to monitor and report on the loading of heavy machinery system components from shore to water transport in northern Germany.

bMC’s Loh Chee Seng and Rohit Mann were on site in the Philippines on behalf of P&I Insurers to oversee ongoing works for the wreck removal of general cargo vessel that grounded and partially sank in Philippines waters. The process included recovery of the cargo of bagged rice, including drying the cargo for further use.

bMC’s Banarji Somanathan was on site in Indonesia to oversee the continuing removal operations of a tanker. The weather has started to turn as monsoon season begins and provide further weather challenges to the team on site. The wreck of a product tanker is also in a remote and sensitive location.

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was again requested by cargo insurance interests to oversee and report on the transhipment of some high value heavy electrical system components from road transport to inland water transport in Germany.

 

 

 

2023

December 2023

bMC are proud to announce that bMC’s James Swinburn has been confirmed as a member of the Lloyds Special Casualty Representative Panel, effective from 1st January 2024. This is a very satisfying development indeed following a diverse career to date. James, who has been with bMC since 2021, previously worked for 3 global salvage companies, gaining significant and relevant experience at the sharp end.  Since joining bMC in late 2020, James has been engaged on numerous different projects around the world utilising his skills and knowledge. From Cargo insurer’s representative on a tanker salvage in the Indian Ocean through to P&I representative on a yacht grounding & sinking in the Mediterranean, James has been invaluable whatever the circumstances. At bMC, we were fully confident of James’ credentials to fulfil the role of an SCR. James himself commented “I’m honoured. I’m under no illusion that it can be a demanding role at times. The great benefit I have is the bank of knowledge that bMC have in the world of the SCR. So, I’m confident that I’ll have great support if ever needed. Now I’m really looking forward to getting an opportunity to be engaged as an SCR in the future”.

bMC’s Singapore were engaged by the P&I insurer of a general cargo vessel that grounded and partially sank in Philippines waters. Capt. Rohit Mann attended following the initial grounding to oversee pollution clean-up activities of the engaged contractor and give advice to the P&I Insurer. Ultimately the vessel was declared a constructive total loss (CTL) by hull and machinery interests, so it is then over to P&I cover to deal with any wreck removal. Having been on site since the early days, bMC have transitioned seamlessly to continue to give the P&I Insurer guidance in respect of the removal of the vessel as a wreck. bMC’s James Swinburn and Adeline Goh were on site during December whilst the pollution cleanup was finalised on site and wreck removal activities commenced.

bMC’s Professor Doctor Roland Goertz was requested by transport insurance interests to inspect a road trailer and the loaded cargo following a vehicle collision and subsequent fire affecting automobile parts in Southern Germany. Roland attended the site of the stored cargo to carry out a fire investigation with a view to determining the cause and extent of damage.

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was requested by P&I Interests to investigate following a collision between an inland cruise vessel and an inland cargo vessel. The collision occurred on the River Rhein during an overtaking manoeuvre. Peter was requested to investigate the circumstances as well as nature and extend of damage and report his findings, including repair costs.    

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar was engaged by P&I insurers of a vessel which had lost a large gangway overboard whilst operating in a windfarm construction area in the English Channel. Lars was requested to assist the client giving advice in respect of plans for recovery of the gangway from a technically complex position.

bMC’s Cpatain Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to attend and carry out investigations following alleged damage caused by two inland cruise vessels to a walkway and pontoon in the Netherlands. Peter was requested to survey the damage, give an estimate for repairs and carry out a causation investigation to advise the Owners and insurers of his findings.

bMC’s Banarji Somathan was on site in Indonesia to oversee the continuing removal operations following an earlier grounding of a tanker. The wreck of a product tanker is in a remote and sensitive location.

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was requested by cargo insurance interests to oversee and report on the transhipment of some high value heavy electrical system components from road transport to inland water transport in Germany. The transhipment and subsequent inland water transport went smoothly.

November 2023

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by Charterer’s P&I interests for an inland cargo vessel with alleged wetted cargo of organic seed. Peter attended the vessel for an initial survey as well as follow up surveys as the cargo was discharged. Peter kept the client informed on progress at the site and gave advice in respect of causation and anticipated costs.

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier was engaged by the concerned authority in respect of the sinking of a general cargo vessel in German waters, following a collision with a bulk carrier. The authority concerned has engaged bMC to give opinion and advice in respect of the wreck and possible removal works.

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad was on site on a remote island in the Indian Ocean to carry out a survey and inspection of a barge, laden with rock, which had previously partially sunk on the coast of the island. Ajay was there to get an up to date synopsis of the condition of the vessel on behalf of the involved P&I insurer.

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interest for an inland cruise vessel which had been involved in a collision with a fixed object on the river Main in Germany. Peter was requested to attend onboard to assess and report causation, the extent of damage as well as provide an estimation on the likely repair costs.

bMC’s Chief Engineer, Heiko Förster, was engaged by Owners of a floating crane to inspect damage to the slewing rig and gear following a towage in German waters. Heiko was requested to report on the type and extent of damage as well as the potential repair costs.

bMC’s Loc Chee Seng was on site in Indonesia to oversee the continuing removal operations following an earlier grounding of a tanker. The wreck of a product tanker is in a remote and sensitive location.

October 2023

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand was engaged as the Special Casualty Representative (SCR) following the grounding of a roll-on roll-off ferry in the Baltic Sea. The Owner of the vessel engaged a salvage contractor under the terms of a Lloyds Standard Form of Salvage Agreement. SCOPIC was invoked, thereafter Dennis was engaged as the SCR and attended on site.

bMC’s Heiko Förster was engaged by a client to attend on board a vessel in Norway and carry out a condition survey ahead of a planned purchase. Heiko surveyed the vessel alongside before presenting Owners with his findings and opinion.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to attend and carry out investigations following the grounding of an inland cargo vessel after allegedly taking evasive action to avoid collision with an inland passenger cruise vessel. Peter was requested to survey the cargo vessel for damage as well as carry out a causation investigation and report on both matters to the Owners and insurers.

bMC’s Banarji Somathan was on site in Indonesia to oversee the continuing removal operations following an earlier grounding of a tanker. The wreck of a product tanker is in a remote and sensitive location.

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was requested by cargo insurance interests to oversee and report on the transhipment of some high value heavy electrical system components from road transport to inland water transport in Germany. The transhipment and subsequent inland water transport took place out without incident.

September 2023

bMC’s James Swinburn was requested by P&I Insurers to give professional advice in respect of a planned wreck removal in Chile. James mobilised to the remote site to assess the wreck, meet with the interested parties and provide assistance to the P&I club for engagement of a suitable contractor for the wreck removal.

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interest for an inland cruise vessel which had been involved in a collision with an inland cargo vessel on the river Main in Germany. Peter was requested to attend onboard to assess and report causation, the extent of damage as well as provide an estimation on the likely repair costs.

The insurers of charterers liability for a vessel transporting metal from the UK to Germany engaged bMC to attend on board and report findings following shifting of cargo during the sea voyage. Captain Tim Meyer attended onboard the vessel in the German port before reporting his findings to the insurers.

bMC’s Banarji Somathan remained on site in Indonesia to oversee the continuing removal operations following an earlier grounding of a tanker. The wreck of a product tanker is in a remote and sensitive location.

August 2023

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand was engaged by Lawyers acting on behalf of vessel insurers to review and give professional opinion on plans for fuel removal following a vessel sinking off the coast of Taiwan. Subsequently, brand MARINE CONSULTANTS were engaged to assess the casualty and draft a high-level planning document for the removal of the fuel.

bMC’s Professor Dr. Roland Goertz was engaged by cargo interests to conduct a fire investigation following fire damage to cargo on board a vehicle carrier in Northern Europe. The access onboard the vessel was particularly challenging given the fire damaged environment and required a high level of mitigation measures and personal protective equipment.

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was requested by cargo insurance interests to oversee and report on the loading of some high value heavy electrical system components from road transport to inland water transport in Germany. The transhipment and inland water transport took place out without incident.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand was engaged P&I insurers to give advice following a fire and sinking of a fishing vessel of the German North Sea coast. Dennis assisted with sourcing and engaging of a wreck removal contractor.

bMC’s Heiko Förster was engaged by vessel Owner to attend on board and carry out a causation investigation following an unplanned lifeboat release from the vessel off the coast of Italy. Heiko attended the vessel following the incident to carry out a survey, interview the crew and conduct a causation investigation. Following which, Heiko prepared a detailed report covering the investigation and his findings in respect of causation.

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by cargo interests to investigate the circumstances and report his findings following the theft of some metal cargo in Germany. The theft had occurred from a storage facility and Peter was asked to assess if adequate measures were in place to prevent further similar occurrences.

bMC’s Professor Dr. Roland Goertz was engaged by P&I interests to carry out a fire investigation and issue a subsequent report following a fire onboard and sinking of a fishing vessel of the German North Sea coast. Roland attended the vessel to conduct his investigation following recovery of the vessel to shore.

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier was engaged by cargo interests to carry out a cargo survey and issue reporting following fire damage to cargo on board a vehicle carrier in Northern Europe. The survey and access to the cargo was particularly challenging given the fire damaged environment and required a high level of mitigation measures and personal protective equipment.

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interest for an inland cruise vessel which had been involved in a collision with a fixed structure on the river system in Germany. Peter was requested to attend the site to assess and report on the extent of damage as well as provide an estimation on the likely repair costs.

bMC’s Heiko Förster was engaged by vessel operator to attend on board and carry out a condition survey in the port of Jebel Ali in the United Arab Emirates. The survey was required in advance of a planned transfer of technical manager.

bMC’s Banarji Somathan and Navin Mehani were in attendance on the west coast of India to oversee the removal of a jack up work barge following its earlier grounding. Removal works progressed well during the month and the removal was concluded to the satisfaction of the authorities during early September.  

bMC’s Rohit Mann remained on site in Indonesia to oversee the continuing removal operations following an earlier grounding of a tanker. The wreck of a product tanker is in a remote and sensitive location.

bMC’s Loh Chee Seng on site off the coast of, Taiwan to oversee a fuel removal operation following an earlier sinking of a bulk cargo vessel. Loh remained in attendance at the request of the involved P&I club to monitor the works and report progress and developments to the club and Owners.

July 2023

bMC are very pleased and proud to have been engaged by the underwriters of an ecologically important project in the Red Sea. The bMC team, including Alexandre Poirier, James Swinburn and Lars Tesmar have been deployed to the site in a politically sensitive area, as the appointed warranty surveyors on this long planned project involving numerous different parties working together to achieve a common and important goal. We look forward to sharing more details on this soon!

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to attend and carry out investigations following alleged cargo contamination near Cologne, Germany. Peter was asked to attend and survey the cargo and vessel before giving opinion in respect of the cause and extent of the contamination.

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad and naval architect Adeline Goh were engaged by P&I insurers to assess the wreck removal plans of a contractor relating to a wreck in Thai waters. Ajay and Adeline studied the case and the plans before giving professional opinion to the P&I club concerned.

bMC’s Navin Mehani remained on site in Indonesia to oversee the continuing removal operations following an earlier grounding of a tanker. The wreck of a product tanker is in a remote and sensitive location.

bMC’s Kieran Hopkins was engaged by P&I Interests to assist in arrangements for sampling and options for discharge and disposal following a contamination incident on board an inland tanker on the river Rhein.

bMC Singapore were engaged by P&I insurers following the sinking of 3 different vessel types operated by the same member in a US island territory in the pacific ocean. The vessels had all sustained damage and some remained submerged following a Typhoon event . The bMC Singapore team were engaged to assess the actions already taken and give professional support to source a suitable contractor to remove the wrecks.

bMC’s Banarji Somathan remained in attendance on the west coast of India to oversee the removal of a jack up work barge following it’s grounding earlier in the year. Banarji was requested to monitor the works of the contractor and report developments to the P&I Club concerned.

bMC’s Loh Chee Seng and Maggie Xu remained on site in and off the coast of, Taiwan to oversee a fuel removal operation following an earlier sinking of a bulk cargo vessel. Loh and Maggie attended at the request of the involved P&I club to monitor the works as well as liaise with authorities and report back to the club and Owners.

June 2023

bMC’s Navin Mehani was on site in Indonesia to oversee the commencement of removal operations following an earlier grounding of a tanker. The grounding is in a remote and sensitive location which has required detailed planning and continues to require preventative measures as well as careful monitoring to ensure that environmental disturbance is kept to a minimum.

bMC’s Loh Chee Seng and Maggie Xu were on site in and off the coast of, Taiwan to oversee a fuel removal operation following an earlier sinking of a bulk cargo vessel. Loh and Maggie attended at the request of the involved P&I club to monitor and report back to the club and Owners.

bMC’s Banarji Somathan was in attendance on the west coast of India to oversee the removal of a jack up work barge following it’s grounding earlier in the year. Due to the damage sustained and the cost of repairs, the jack-up was declared a constructive total loss and subsequently had to be removed from it’s grounding location. bMC assisted in sourcing a contractor who was engaged to remove the barge from the beach.

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to attend and carry out investigations relating to damage to a fixed object following an alleged contact made by a passenger vessel. Peter was requested to give opinion on causation as well as nature and extent of damage.

bMC’s Heiko Förster was engaged by shipyard interests to attend and investigate following a fire on board an inland cargo vessel during a maintenance period. Heiko was requested to report on the likely cause and the extent of damage.

May 2023

bMC’s Loh Chee Seng and Maggie Xu attended on site in and off the coast of, Taiwan to conduct locating and subsequent sonar survey works following an earlier sinking of a bulk cargo vessel. Loh and Maggie attended at the request of the involved P&I club to monitor the works, assess the results and report back to the club and Owners.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand was engaged by legal interests to give a professional opinion as an expert in relation to a claim following a grounding incident in a restricted waterway. Capt. Brand was requested to investigate the incident and give his opinion in respect of the vessel’s passage planning.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to attend the site and carry out investigations following the collision of an inland cruise vessel with a fixed object on the river. Capt. Kurtenbach was requested to assess the damage to the object and to give guidance on anticipated repair costs.

April 2023

bMC are really happy to welcome Paul winter to the team in London. Paul has a diverse engineering and salvage background. Most recently he has worked as a marine systems engineer on projects involving the delivery of aircraft carriers. We are confident that Paul will be a great addition to the team in London and brings more diverse experiences which will be of benefit to our valued clients. Welcome Paul!

bMC’s Loh Chee Seng was requested by P&I Insurers to attend the site of a grounded general cargo vessel in the Philippines. Loh was requested to attend the remote site and gather information on the cause and nature of the grounding as well as the condition of the vessel. In addition bMC were requested by the P&I Insurer to assess the prospects of salvage of the vessel and produce a written report of the case.  

bMC’s Alex Leonard was engaged by legal representatives to provide expert opinion on a particular aspect of a case which involved a collapse of cargo during a period of bad weather on a voyage from Asia to Europe during transit of the Indian ocean.

bMC’s Chief Engineer Heiko Förster was engaged by Owners to investigate and provide a summary report relating to water damage within the accommodation block of a floating crane.

March 2023

bMC’s James Swinburn was on site off the coast of India to oversee the wreck removal of a work barge sunk within an operating oilfield. After a lot of planning and a huge effort from the team on site, the wreck removal was finally completed before the onset of the monsoon season.

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was requested by cargo insurers attend, monitor and report during the loading of some high value machinery near Duisburg, Germany. The insurer of the cargo was keen to ensure that there were no hiccups and wanted an experienced professional on hand.

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar was on site in Greece to monitor the recovery of a yacht which had earlier capsized and partially sunk in shallow water. Lars was on-site throughout the delicate and successful operation.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by transport insurers to attend and survey following the overturning of a refrigerated trailer on a highway and damage to the cargo of meat.

February 2023

bMC’s Captain Rohit Mann was on site off the coast of India to oversee the closing stages of the wreck removal of a general cargo vessel sunk together with a cargo of steel. Despite some challenges for the team on site to overcome, the removal was concluded successfully.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand engaged as an expert by lawyers representing a P&I club in relation to a case of vessels sunk within a port in Australian waters. Dennis was requested to give professional opinion in respect of the recovery of the vessels.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to attend and carry out investigations following alleged cargo contamination near Frankfurt, Germany. Peter was asked to attend and survey the cargo and vessel before giving opinion in respect of the cause and extent of the contamination.  

bMC’s Heiko Förster was engaged by a shipyard to attend the sea trials of a new build mega yacht in the North Sea as an engineer. Heiko boarded the vessel and remained onboard throughout the successful 10 days sea trial.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to attend the site and carry out investigations relating to damage to alleged theft of road trailers including their cargos from a depot in Germany.

bMC’s Adeline Goh was engaged by P&I interests to attend a motor yacht which had partially sunk after a collision.  Adeline was requested to give opinion on the nature and extent of the damage as well as the salvage plans for the yacht.

January 2023

bMC are very exited to welcome Loh Chee Seng on to the team in Singapore. Loh has an extensive engineering and salvage background. Most recently he has worked on a number of salvage and wreck removal projects as a salvage engineer. We are confident that Loh will be a great addition to the team in Singapore and only enhance what we offer to our valued clients. Welcome Loh!

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar was on site in South America giving opinion and advise in respect of ongoing works to re-float a grounded bulk carrier. The vessel was safely re-floated by the engaged contractor after approximately 3 weeks aground.

bMC’s Adeline Goh was engaged by P&I interests to attend and provide reporting following the grounding of a motor yacht off Bintan Island. Adeline was requested to assess the nature, extent and cause of damage as well as give opinion in respect of salvage plans and repair costs.

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier was engaged by insurance interests to attend on site and provide a detailed report following damage to a pleasure yacht in Northern Germany.

bMC’s Chief Engineer Heiko Förster was engaged by Owners to investigate and provide a summary report relating to damage sustained to the propeller of a tugboat in Northern Germany.

 

 

2022

December 2022

bMC’s Maggie Xu remained on site off the Chinese coast, monitoring works to recover a capsized barge and sunken cargo following capsize.

bMC’s Capt Ajay Prasad was engaged by P&I interests to give opinion and advice following a vessel becoming entangled in an aquaculture farm off the Chinese coast.  

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar was engaged by H&M underwriters to attend the site of a grounded vessel in South America and give opinion and advise in respect of re-floating works.

bMC’s Chief Engineer Heiko Förster was engaged by insurance interests to investigate and provide a summary report relating to damage sustained to the main engine of a passenger ferry.  

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was requested by P&I insurers give advice and conduct an investigation following the grounding of an inland cruise vessel on the river Danube.

bMC’s Konstantin Boroffka was on site in Turkey on behalf of P&I interests to monitor the removal of a wreck inside a port. Konstantin maintained liaison with the authorities and regularly updated the client on key developments on the project.

bMC Germany were requested by P&I insurer of an inland tanker to assist in an instance of alleged off-specification product.

November 2022

bMC’s Maggie Xu was on site on behalf of P&I Interests, monitoring works to recover a capsized barge and sunken cargo following capsize off the southern coast of China. Maggie met regularly with the authorities in China to represent the P&I Insurer and Owners.

bMC Singapore engaged by P&I interests to give advice and support following the sinking of a laden tanker off the coast of Taiwan. Captain Ajay Prasad and Ms Adeline Goh attended meetings with the authorities to represent the Vessel’s interests. Furthermore, bMC were requested to make arrangements to locate the sunken vessel. Subsequently bMC arranged for a survey of the vessel to ascertain the latest condition. The P&I Club also requested the assistance of bMC to issue and invitation to tender and evaluate any proposals for the removal of bunker fuels remaining on board the vessel.  

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier was on site in Turkey on behalf of P&I interests to monitor the removal of a wreck inside an operating port. Alexandre continuously liaised with the authorities and reported key developments of the project to the client.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to attend and carry out investigations following a crane collapse involving an inland cargo vessel near Duisburg, Germany. Peter was asked to give information and professional opinion in respect of the cause and extent of damage.  

bMC’s Heiko Förster was engaged by a shipyard to attend the sea trials of a new build mega yacht in the North Sea as an engineer. Heiko boarded the vessel and remained onboard throughout the successful 10 days sea trial.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to attend and carry out investigations relating to damage to a canal lock following an alleged contact made by a passenger vessel. Peter was requested to give opinion on causation as well as nature and extent of damage.

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier were engaged by a marine contractor to survey and give professional opinion following a flooding incident of a vessel at a shipyard in Germany.

OCTOBER 2022

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand was engaged by P&I insurers as a special casualty representative (SCR) in relation to a container vessel with a fire on board that was subject to salvage service under a Lloyds Standard Form of salvage agreement (LOF). Capt. Brand mobilised to rendezvous with the salvage team. Sadly, after a number of days on fire, the vessel sank.

bMC’s Maggie Xu was engaged by P&I interests to attend the site of a laden barge following capsize off the southern coast of China. Maggie was requested to meet with the authorities in China to represent the P&I Insurer and Owners. Maggie was also requested to join the salvage team to monitor works to recover the barge and cargo.

bMC’s Germany were engaged by the P&I Insurer of a tug which sank in Greece. Peter Kurtenbach mobilised to the site to carry out a causation investigation. The team at bMC in Hamburg issued an invitation to tender for the recovery of the tug.

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad was engaged by P&I Insurers following the partial sinking of a tug in Malaysia. Capt. Prasad attended the site for an assessment before giving advice to the P&I Insurer and Owner in respect of salvage prospects.

bMC’s James Swinburn and Navin Methani were on site off the West coast of India to oversee and monitor two separate wreck removal projects for our clients.

SEPTEMBER 2022

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand was engaged by P&I Insurers to give opinion and advice with respect to wreck removal prospects following the capsize and sinking of a container vessel in Turkey. Capt. Brand mobilised to the site in Turkey to assess the situation and represent P&I insurers with the port authorities. The bMC Germany team were then requested to produce and circulate an invitation to tender for the wreck removal.  

bMC’s James Swinburn was engaged by P&I Insurers to attend the site of a capsized and partially sunk motor yacht. James was requested to provide profession feedback to the P&I Insurer in respect of salvage prospects and monitor ongoing works.

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar was engaged as the appointed special casualty representative (SCR) and mobilised to site for a casualty in the North Sea. The vessel had been involved in a collision and was listing after taking on water. The salvors were able to bring the vessel to a safe port and later redeliver to the Owner.  

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to attend and survey both vessels involved in a collision on the river Rhine near Duisburg, Germany. Peter conducted an investigation in to the cause of the collision as well as assessing and reporting on the extent and type of damages caused.

bMC Singapore were engaged by P&I insurers to give opinion and advice on fuel and wreck removal prospects following a casualty in Colombia. A fishing vessel suffered a fire and subsequently sank within sight of the port. Consultant Josue Ocacio from bMC U.S.A mobilised to Colombia to represent the P&I insurer and meet with the concerned authorities. The bMC Singapore team were requested to seek proposals for the fuel and wreck removal and give on-going advice during the subsequent process.

bMC’s Giacomo Pison was on site in southern Spain to oversee the recovery of the yacht following an earlier sinking.

AUGUST 2022

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad was engaged by P&I interests to give advice and support relating to a grounded barge at a remote location in the Indian ocean. Capt. Prasad mobilised to meet with the local authorities to discuss the case and determine a workable approach to the planned recovery.  

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar was appointed as special casualty representative (SCR) following a yacht fire off the coast of Spain. Capt. Tesmar promptly mobilised to the site with the salvage team.  

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad was engaged by P&I interests to give advice in respect of the wreck removal of a grounded tanker off the Indonesian coast. Capt. Prasad attended the site to meet with the authorities before conducting a survey the vessel and site to determine removal prospects. The client then instructed bMC Singapore to issue an invitation to tender for the wreck removal.  

bMC’s Captain Peter Kurtenbach was requested by P&I insurers to attend the site of a collision between a passenger vessel and a lock gate in Austria. Capt. Kurtenbach was requested to investigate the possible cause as well as assess the type and extent of damages to both the vessel and lock gate.

bMC Germany were requested by P&I insurer of a yacht to give professional on-site support in respect of the planned wreck removal of a motor yacht following a sinking off the coast of Spain.

JULY 2022

bMC’s Heiko Förster was engaged by H&M interests to attend, survey, investigate and report following a damage incident to a floating crane in Northern Germany.  

bMC Singapore engaged by P&I interests to give advice in respect of a backhoe dredger drifting off the North West coast of India. The barge subsequently grounded and bMC’s Capt. Rohit Mann was requested by P&I interests to attend the grounding site. Capt. Mann was requested to assess the site and the condition of the vessel before giving advice in respect of removal prospects.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to attend and survey an inland cruise vessel following a collision near Mannheim on the River Rhine. Peter investigated the cause of the collision as well as the type and extent of damages caused.  

bMC’s Heiko Förster was engaged by H&M interests to give professional opinion relating to hatch cover damages following collapse of the hatch covers of a general cargo vessel during an incident in the U.S.A .

bMC’s Capt Lars Tesmar was on site in Southern Spain to oversee the wreck removal of a sunken sailing yacht. The yacht was recovered successfully and sent for disposal.

JUNE 2022

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar was engaged by Owners and their insurance interests to mobilise to the site of a yacht, sunk in Spanish waters, to give advice on recovery options as well as overseeing removal of pollutants. Subsequently, bMC were retained to assist Owners and underwriters in identifying and engaging a suitable contractor for the recovery of the yacht.

bMC’s Jacek Jażdżejewski was engaged by Owners to undertake a technical study involving computer generated modelling to visualise a collision, giving detailed information on metal deformations and extent of possible damages.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was requested by transport insurers to attend and survey a damaged tank container near Düsseldorf, Germany to give professional opinion on the nature and extent of damage.

bMC’s Navin Mehtani and Banarji Somanathan were on the Southeast coast of India to monitor the final stages of a wreck removal and on-site dismantling on behalf of the Owner and P&I club.

MAY 2022

bMC’s Dennis Brand was appointed by P&I interests to attend the site of a grounded general cargo vessel off the Latvian coast. Capt. Brand was requested to give expert advice to the client in respect of salvage services being rendered and the possible liabilities for the Protection and Indemnity insurer.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to attend and survey an inland cruise vessel following a collision on the Donau River on the Slovakia / Hungary boarder. Peter investigated the cause of the collision as well as the extent and type of damages caused.

bMC’s Dennis Brand was engaged by lawyers acting for cargo interests to give expert opinion and advice following a fire and subsequent sinking of a vehicle carrier in the Atlantic Ocean.

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier was engaged by Owners & their H&M interests to attend and survey a mooring tug in Northern Germany following an alleged collision with an underwater object. Alexandre was requested to give expert advice on the nature and extent of any damages.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was requested by transport insurers to attend and survey a damaged tank container at Duisberg, Germany to give impartial opinion on the type and extent of damage.

bMC’s Navin Mehtani was on the Southeast coast of India to monitor the final stages of a wreck removal and on-site dismantling on behalf of the Owner and P&I club.

APRIL 2022

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by transport insurance interests to survey damages and investigate possible cause of damage to agricultural machinery following a fire during discharge operations.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand was requested by legal representative on behalf of cargo interests to provide professional opinion following a claim incident relating to vehicles on a vehicle carrier vessel becoming damaged during a voyage across the Atlantic, between Europe and the U.S.A.

bMC’s Banarji Somanathan remained in Mauritius to oversee the final stages of shore side operations following conclusion of a wreck removal operation, on behalf of the Owner and P&I club.

bMC’s Navin Mehtani and Rohit Mann were on the Southeast coast of India to monitor the final stages of a wreck removal and on-site dismantling on behalf of the Owner and P&I club.

MARCH 2022

bMC’s Dennis Brand & Alexandre Poirier provided consultancy services to a German shipyard relating to a machinery damage, including attendance at the shipyard and specialist workshop to survey damages.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by cargo interests to attend a survey in central Germany of metallic parts as a result of alleged damage following ocean carriage.

bMC’s Dennis Brand was requested by cargo interests to review the available information relating to a salvage operation following the grounding of a bulk carrier in East Africa during 2021. Capt. Brand was requested to give professional opinion on the operation.

bMC`s Heiko Förster remained on site in Poland to provide technical support during the dry docking of a vehicle carrier, on behalf of vessel operators.

bMC’s Josue Ocasio and Banarji Somanathan were in Mauritius, to oversee the final stages of shore side operations following conclusion of wreck removal operations, on behalf of owners and P&I club.

February 2022

bMC are pleased to announce the recruitment of Jacek Jażdżejewski to the bMC team. Jacek has been well known to the bMC team for a number of years having previously worked for a JV partner. The truth is that bMC have been interested to have Jacek on our team for a long while. Finally, the stars aligned for us and we have been able to get Jacek on the bMC team on a full time basis. Jacek has excellent Naval Architecture skills and a solid background of Ship Theory. We know that his skills and knowledge will be invaluable to our clients as we continue to develop the Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering side of our business.

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier was requested by P&I interests to attend and survey damages to a road bridge in northern Germany following collision by a vessel during a winter storm.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand and Alexandre Poirier were engaged by state authorities to provide professional assistance following the grounding of a container vessel in German waters. Dennis was shore-side in the operations centre providing expert advice to the overseeing authority. Whilst Alexandre boarded the grounded vessel to monitor the salvage works. The vessel was safely re-floated with no damage to the environment and minimal damage to the vessel.  

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to give advice in respect of an alleged off-specification liquid gas cargo at a northern German port. bMC also attended joint sampling on behalf of the P&I insurer.

bMC were engaged by a salvage contractor to provide assistance with additional personnel for a salvage case in Mauritius involving 3 deep sea fishing vessels. The bMC team of Capt. Lars Tesmar, James Swinburn, Alexandre Poirier and David Evans mobilised to Mauritius at short notice to join the salvage team and add their expert knowledge.

bMC’s Giacomo Pison was on site in the south of France to oversee the wreck removal of a yacht which sank in 2021. The yacht was safely recovered in one piece before being transported for storage and subsequent disposal.

bMC’s Pascal Masmeier was on site in Mauritius on behalf of Owners and the P&I club involved to oversee the final stages of shore side operations following the successful conclusion of wreck removal operations.

January 2022

bMC are pleased to announce the recruitment of Maggie Xu to the bMC Singapore team. Maggie has joined the Singapore team as a consultant following a period of 4 years with a Chinese salvage and wreck removal contractor. bMC had the pleasure of working closely with Maggie on previous projects, so when the opportunity came for Maggie to join the bMC Singapore team, Managing Director Ajay Prasad did not hesitate. bMC started a company in China in 2019, with Maggie being based in China, we now have an excellent opportunity to accelerate the growth there. Welcome Maggie!

At the same time bMC are pleased to welcome David Evans to the bMC team. Dave is joining bMC as an associate consultant. Based in Durban, South Africa, Dave has a huge depth of technical experience working at the sharp end of numerous salvage and wreck removal projects including the MSC NAPOLI, COSTA CONCORDIA and the RENA. Dave’s experience and regional network will be a great advantage to bMC and our clients. Welcome Dave!

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was requested by legal representatives of a US based cargo insurer to attend the discharge and assembly site of a piece of highly sensitive scientific equipment in Western Germany following damage during transit. Peter was requested to attend the site to assess the damages and give opinion in respect of the costs involved and possible cause of the damage.

bMC’s Alex Leonard was engaged by P&I interests to provide advice and opinion in respect of a pollution clean-up project in Poland. The P&I Club required guidance and advice on the best approach for the clean-up works following an earlier pollution incident.

bMC were once again engaged by vessel owners and managers provide technical support during a period of dry docking of a vehicle carrier in Poland. Heiko Förster will be onsite at the shipyard for the duration of the dry dock works.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to attend the site of a collision for survey to damages. A road bridge over the river Rhine had sustained damage after cargo on a vessel struck the bridge structure during transit on the river.

bMC were engaged by P&I insurers to give advice and opinion in respect of a planned wreck removal of a catamaran yacht off the coast of Spain. bMC were requested to provide support throughout the process of contractor selection and project execution.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad, Adeline Goh, Rohit Mann and Heiko Förster were site in Mauritius on behalf of Owners and the P&I club involved to monitor and give advice on a wreck removal project including shore side operations.

 

 

2021

December 2021

At the end of a very busy and logistically challenging year, bMC wish to give sincere thanks to the excellent efforts of the whole team. We appreciate that compared to other even other areas of the marine industry, we do have the relative luxury of a full workload. This has certainly been well received, but in 2021 particularly, our team went above and beyond on numerous occasions. Our work frequently entails travel to attend sites on behalf of our clients. That has certainly been challenging and with an added layer of complication in the year 2021. However, bMC always got our personnel to the site and safely home again. For that we are both proud and grateful. We are all looking forward to 2022 and hope that the global travel restrictions do finally begin to ease.

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier was back on site in Poland together with Pascal Masmeier, to assist a ship owner for a period of dry docking and maintenance at a shipyard. The dry dock period was as busy as ever and could not have been achieved without the great cooperation of all parties. December weather in Poland certainly added to the complications! Nonetheless, the vessel re-entered service with only a minor delay to the schedule.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to attend and survey cargo of steel coils in order to assess extent of damage and possible causation.

bMC were engaged to provide assistance and opinion relating to the planned wreck removal of two fishing vessels following two separate sinkning incidents on the French Atlantic and Channel coast lines.

bMC’s Banarji Somanathan was engaged on the East Coast of India. Monitoring the wreck removal and dismantling of a dredger that had been grounded in an earlier storm and declared a total loss.

bMC’s James Swinburn was mobilised to the West Coast of India on behalf of the P&I Insurer to monitor the commencement of operations for the removal of the wreck of a sunken work barge following an earlier cyclone weather event.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad, Adeline Goh, Josue Ocasio and Heiko Förster were site in Mauritius on behalf of Owners and the P&I club involved to monitor and give advice on a wreck removal project including shore side operations.

November 2021

bMC are very pleased to welcome Pascal Masmeier to the bMC GROUP. Pascal is joining bMC initially in Germany for training before he re-locates to Singapore early in 2022. Pascal will be a permanent presence in bMC Singapore and will assist with administration, systems & processes. Pascal has a background in metalwork with qualifications in welding. He has also worked for the last 2 years with SAP developing the processes of a manufacturing company in Germany. We are sure that Pascal has some useful skills and experience that will be of benefit to bMC and our clients.

Capt Lars Tesmar was engaged by P&I insurers to attend the site of a collision off the Indian coast. Lars was requested to give opinion and assistance in respect of the causation as well as to the on-going salvage efforts of both vessels.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to attend and survey two vessels on the river Rhine near Duisburg following a collision. Peter was required to investigate the nature, cause and extent of the damages to both vessels.  

bMC’s Navin Methani was stationed on the East Coast of India. Monitoring the wreck removal and dismantling of a dredger that had been grounded in an earlier storm and declared a total loss.

bMC’s Giacomo Pison was in Singapore to attend and monitor the wreck removal of a sunken barge. Following to extensive and complex preparations, the wreck removal was successfully concluded in a matter of days using a sheerleg crane.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad, Adeline Goh and Heiko Förster were site in Mauritius on behalf of Owners and the P&I club involved to monitor and give advice on a wreck removal project including shore side operations.

October 2021

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand and James Swinburn were engaged by Owners & Managers of specialist cement carrying vessels to attend and investigate the loading procedures at a terminal in Spain. bMC were requested to give opinion and advice on potential improvements to the loading process.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to carry out a survey in Hamm, Germany where a bulk liquid cargo was allegedly found to be off-spec following discharge. Peter was requested to give information and opinion to the insurer in respect of the extent and nature of contamination as well as possible route cause.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad, Adeline Goh and Heiko Förster were site in Mauritius on behalf of Owners and the P&I club involved to monitor and give advice on a wreck removal project including shore side operations.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to attend and survey two vessels on the river Rhine near Duisburg following a collision. Peter was required to investigate the cause of the collision and give opinion on the damages to both vessels.  

September 2021

bMC Germany were retained by the involved P&I insurer to give assistance and advice with respect to the planned wreck removal of a general cargo vessel sunk off the north West Coast of India. bMC prepared, issued and administered an Invitation to Tender before giving further opinion to the P&I insurer in respect of the most suitable wreck removal methodology.  

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests following a cargo damage allegation, to attend and survey rolled steel plates at a facility near Dortmund in order to assess extent of any damage and possible causation.

bMC’s Adeline Goh, Heiko Förster and Lars Tesmar were site in Mauritius on behalf of Owners and the P&I club involved to monitor and give advice on the commencement of a wreck removal project including shore side operations.

August 2021

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad was engaged by P&I interests to provide assistance and advice in respect of an expected wreck removal in Taiwan following the sinking of a vessel at a port.  bMC Singapore have been engaged to assist with the sourcing a contractor and overseeing the planned wreck removal.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach and James Swinburn were engaged by legal representatives to interrogate the available electronic data and to report on the actions of a vessel involved in a collision on the river Danube.  

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad and Prabal Singh were engaged by P&I interests to assist with sourcing a contractor and overseeing the wreck removal of a capsized barge in Singapore waters

bMC were engaged by contractors to provide assistance and support following the grounding of a vessel in the Indian Ocean. The vessel was safely refloated approximately 10 days following the grounding incident.

bMC’s Kieran Hopkins and Marco Bertoli were engaged by P&I interests following a fire and subsequent sinking of a motor yacht in the Mediterranean. Initially bMC’s Marco Bertoli attended the site to give advice and assistance to the P&I Club and Owners. Subsequently, bMC have been engaged to assist sourcing a contractor for the wreck removal.

bMC’s Prabal Singh remained engaged in Singapore to assist a ship owner for a period of dry docking and maintenance at a shipyard. The dry docking was typically intense and required full commitment from those involved to ensure completion within the planned timescale.

bMC’s Adeline Goh, James Swinburn and Heiko Förster were site in Mauritius on behalf of Owners and the P&I club involved to assist in preparations for a wreck removal project.

July 2021

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests & their legal representatives to attend a vessel following a collision on an inland waterway in Germany. bMC have subsequently been requested to interrogate the available electronic data and to report on the actions of the vessels involved in the collision.

bMC Germany were engaged by legal representatives to provide expert opinion and advice in respect of a legal claim relating to the alleged damage of a ship steering system.

bMC’s Prabal Singh was engaged in Singapore to assist a ship owner for a period of dry docking and maintenance at a shipyard.

bMC UK were engaged by P&I interests to provide assistance and advice in respect of an expected wreck removal off the coast of India following sinking of a vessel during a cyclone. bMC have been engaged to assist with the sourcing a contractor for the wreck removal.

bMC’s Adeline Goh, James Swinburn and Heiko Förster were site in Mauritius on behalf of Owners and the P&I club involved to assist in preparations for a wreck removal project.

June 2021

bMC were very pleased to welcome Capt. Prabal Singh to the bMC Singapore team. Prabal brings a wealth of experience from shore side vessel operations and has previously worked as a superintendent for a number of different types of vessel.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand and Alexandre Poirier were engaged by P&I interests to attend a vessel in Northern Germany following a fire in the cargo hold. bMC were engaged to give advice and opinion in respect of the damage and the cause of the fire.

bMC’s Singapore were engaged by P&I interests to provide assistance and advice in respect of an expected wreck removal off the coast of India following sinking of a vessel during a cyclone. bMC have been engaged to assist with the sourcing a contractor for the wreck removal.

bMC was engaged by Owners of a vessel in Germany to give advice and opinion in respect of a claim following damage to a main engine

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier remained on site in Poland to assist a ship owner for a period of dry docking and maintenance at a shipyard. As is often the case, the dry dock period was intense and called for excellent cooperation between all parties. The vessel re-entered service as scheduled and with all major items accomplished.

bMC’s Alex Leonard was on site in Sardinia, Italy on behalf of the P&I insurance involved to monitor and give advice on the conclusion of wreck removal of a general cargo ship.

bMC’s Adeline Goh, Lars Tesmar and Heiko Förster were site in Mauritius on behalf of Owners and the P&I club involved to assist in preparations for a wreck removal project.

May 2021

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier was engaged by insurance interests to attend a vessel in Northern Germany and investigate the damage and possible cause following a water ingress.  

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand and Alexandre Poirier attended to a tug near Bremen, Germany following an incident leading to machinery damage. bMC were requested to report on the damages and possible cause.

bMC’s Kieran Hopkins and Alexandre Poirier were engaged by P&I interests to give advice and opinion in respect of the planned recovery of a fishing vessel in the English Channel which sank following a fire on board.

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier travelled to Poland to assist a ship owner for a period of dry docking and maintenance at a shipyard.

bMC UK were engaged to advise on the calculation and subsequent security for a salvage award in respect of the salvage of a fishing vessel in Mauritius.

bMC’s Alex Leonard was on site in Sardinia, Italy on behalf of the P&I insurance involved to monitor and give advice on the wreck removal of a general cargo ship.

bMC’s Adeline Goh, Heiko Förster and Lars Tesmar were site in Mauritius on behalf of Owners and the P&I club involved to monitor and give advice on the commencement of a wreck removal project including shore side operations.

April 2021

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand and Alex Leonard were engaged by contractors to provide assistance and advice in respect of salvage services rendered and subsequent claim for remuneration following the grounding and subsequent refloating of a fishing vessel in the Indian Ocean.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand was engaged to give professional advice to the P&I Club following the grounding of an Anchor Handling Tug in the Middle East Gulf. Capt. Brand attended the grounding site to assess and give accurate information as well as opinion in respect of the salvage operation.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged for the survey of moisture damage to the contents of four containers in the vicinity of Koblenz.

bMC were engaged by lawyers acting for a client to assist with gathering of information and to arrange attendance at tests of container lashing materials.

bMC’s Josue Ocasio remained on site in India on behalf of P&I Interests to monitor the progression of a wreck removal of a grounded dredger.

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad, Adeline Goh, Heiko Förster and James Swinburn remained site in Mauritius on behalf of Owners and the P&I club involved to monitor and give advice on the commencement of a wreck removal project including shore side operations.

March 2021

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand was requested to by German authorities to attend the site of a collision between a vessel and a lock gate on the Kiel Canal. Capt. Brand was required to survey the damages and provide opinion in respect of the collision.

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier was engaged by insurance interests to conduct a survey of a floating crane following a damage incident. Mr Poirier was required to assess the extent of damage and give opinion in respect of repairs.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand was engaged by P&I interests give advice with respect to salvage services rendered to a vessel following a collision in Greek waters.

bMC’s Navin Mehtani and Josue Ocasio remained on site in India on behalf of P&I Interests to monitor the progress of a wreck removal of a grounded dredger.

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad, Adeline Goh, Heiko Förster and James Swinburn remained on site in Mauritius on behalf of Owners and the P&I club involved to monitor and give advice on a wreck removal project including shore side operations.

February 2021

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand was requested to attend the site of a sunken dredger in Sweden. Capt. Brand monitored the activities at the site and gave professional opinion in respect of salvage works and planned onward towage.

bMC’s Navin Mehtani and Josue Ocasio were on site in India on behalf of P&I Interests to monitor the commencement of a wreck removal of a grounded dredger.

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad, Adeline Goh, Heiko Förster and James Swinburn were site in Mauritius on behalf of Owners and the P&I club involved to monitor and give advice on the commencement of a wreck removal project including shore side operations.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand was engaged to give professional advices to the P&I Club following apparent release of poisonous gasses from the cargo on-board a general cargo vessel in the Black Sea. Salvors attended the vessel due to apparent water ingress and Capt. Brand gave opinion in respect of the services.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged for a number of separate surveys to containerised cargo damage cases in the Duisburg – Dortmund area.

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier was on site in the United Arab Emirates to monitor STS operations following the salvage of a tanker from the Indian Ocean after a fire on board.

January 2021

bMC’s Capt. Lars Tesmar was engaged by P&I interests to travel to the Canary Islands to give advice in respect of a grounded ferry. Capt Tesmar remained in attendance throughout the process of re-floating, discharging and towage of the .

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier was engaged by P&I interests to assist and give advice in respect of the potential wreck removal of a fishing vessel off the coast of France.

bMC’s James Swinburn was on site in the United Arab Emirates to monitor STS operations following the salvage of a tanker from the Indian Ocean after a fire on board.

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad, Adeline Goh and Heiko Förster were site in Mauritius on behalf of Owners and the P&I club involved to assist in preparations for a wreck removal project.

 

 

2020

December 2020

The bMC GROUP are very pleased to welcome a new member to the team! James Swinburn joined brand MARINE CONSULTANTS in December 2020.

Based in Spain, James brings a wealth of salvage knowledge technical expertise that will certainly be a great benefit to our clients.  James completed a commercial diving course in 2007 at WCCDS of Saldanha Bay, South Africa.

In early 2008 he started working as a Salvage Technician for Titan Salvage on the New Flame wreck removal in Gibraltar.

From Titan Salvage, he later transitioned to work for Ardent Global, before more recently working for Resolve Marine as Assistant Salvage Master. James has been involved in numerous wreck removal and emergency response cases during this period, gaining experience from both subsea and topside aspects of salvage projects.

We welcome James to the team.


bMC’s Alex Leonard and Navin Mehtani were on site in India on behalf of P&I Interests to carry out pre-operations shoreline surveys and stakeholder engagement in preparation for the wreck removal of a grounded dredger.

bMC’s Heiko Förster was engaged by H&M interests to give professional opinion relating to damage sustained to an auxiliary diesel generator engine.

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad, Adeline Goh and Heiko Förster were site in Mauritius on behalf of Owners and the P&I club involved to assist in preparations for a wreck removal project including shore side operations.

bMC’s Konstantin Boroffka was on site in the United Arab Emirates to monitor STS operations following the salvage of a tanker from the Indian Ocean after a fire on board.

November 2020

bMC’s Heiko Förster was engaged by H&M insurance interests to give professional opinion following the breakdown of an auxiliary generator engine on a general cargo vessel.

bMC’s Capt. Lars Tesmar was engaged by P&I interests to travel to Portugal in order to represent P&I interests following the sinking of a general cargo vessel in laden condition. Capt Tesmar remained in attendance throughout the process of locating, scanning and ROV survey of the site giving professional guidance to the P&I interests.

bMC’s Capt. Peter Kurtenbach was required by H&M interests to attend the survey of a containership in Rotterdam following collision with another vessel and a quay wall. Peter was requested to survey and to report on the anticipated repair costs as well as the causation.

bMC’s Jonas Alphonso was on site in the United Arab Emirates to monitor STS operations following the salvage of a tanker from the Indian Ocean after a fire on board.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand was requested to attend a vessel laden with Fertiliser in Germany that had sustained water ingress following a collision. Capt. Brand was requested to attend in order to give professional opinion as to planned salvage works.

bMC’s Capt Peter Kurtenbach was requested by P&I interests to attend a vessel with allegedly contaminated cargo in central Germany. Peter was required to investigate the nature, extent and possible cause of the alleged contamination.

bMC’s Giacomo Pison and Alexandre Poirier remained in attendance at a wreck removal site in Sardinia, Italy to monitor the operation on behalf of P&I insurers and Owners.

October 2020

The bMC GROUP are excited to present something that we’ve been working on for many months. A lot of hard work has been put in by our team to develop a tool that bMC believes will be of great benefit to our clients as well as many other stakeholders in the marine claims sector following an incident. The tool “SalvageApp” is has been created to streamline information flow during marine claims incidents. A huge thanks to all those involved in delivering the application. More information can be found at www.salvageapp.com

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by freight forwarders following an alleged damage to sensitive equipment during air and road transportation. Peter inspected the cargo near Stuttgart before giving professional opinion in respect of cause.

Throughout the summer, bMC’s Giacomo Pison and Alexandre Poirier have remained in attendance at a wreck removal site in Sardinia, Italy to monitor the operation on behalf of P&I insurers and Owners.

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad has been on site in Mauritius on behalf of Owners and the P&I club involved to oversee arrangements for a wreck removal following an earlier grounding.

September 2020

bMC were exited and honoured to be featured in Maritime Executive Magazine. The full articles can be found here

bMC’s Heiko Förster was requested by insurance interests to review available information and give expert opinion relating to damage found on an alternator unit on board a container vessel in Italy.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was requested by P&I interests to attend a vessel with water ingress near Würzburg, Germany. The water ingress had reached the bulk cargo in the holds. Peter has continued to monitor the situation giving professional advice to the client.

bMC were engaged by insurance interests to monitor the salvage of a tanker from the Indian Ocean following a fire. Dennis Brand and Ajay Prasad have been giving the client advice in respect of the services being rendered.

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier was tasked to attend a sailing vessel in Northern Germany following an explosion and personal injury. The P&I insurer requested bMC to attend, conduct a survey and investigation in respect of the incident before giving professional opinion as to the cause.

August 2020

On behalf of Owners and P&I Interests bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar and Heiko Förster were in attendance at the site of a grounded bulk carrier in Mauritius. Lars and Heiko were tasked to monitor the salvage operations and provide expert guidance to the Owner and P&I.

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad remained in Philippines to oversee salvage operations and clean-up works following a large-scale fuel spill in the Philippines. bMC’s spill response expert Alex Leonard as well as Adeline Goh & Josue Ocasio were working hard from their home offices, mostly under lockdown conditions, recording and evaluating the pollution and clean-up activities.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was on the road numerous times for cargo inspections following instructions from insurance interests due to alleged damages to cargo following international transportation by container.

July 2020

bMC’s Capt. Lars Tesmar was appointed as the Special Casualty Representative (SCR) relating to a Lloyds Standard Form (LOF) salvage case following the grounding of a vessel in the Indian Ocean.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad was engaged by P&I insurance interests to act as their representative following a fuel spill in the Philippines. Subsequently bMC’s Spill Response expert Alex Leonard and Naval Architect Adeline Goh have been kept busy planning, evaluating and recording the pollution and clean-up activities.

bMC’s Heiko Förster was engaged by insurance interests to give professional opinion and advices in respect of a legal claim relating to damages to a self-propelled modular transporter (SPMT) during loading of cargo to a vessel.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by the insurance broker on behalf of the Owner and Underwriter to survey and report on damages to a propulsion unit of an inland vessel near Koblenz, Germany.

The bMC GROUP are very pleased to present a little project that we have been working on. To encapsulate what we do, Dennis Brand had the idea of a funny little cartoon. Some talented people have produced a great little video which can be seen here.

June 2020

bMC’s Heiko Förster was engaged by insurance interests to give professional advices in respect of an earlier dry dock towage and subsequent damage.

bMC’s C/E Heiko Förster travelled to the south of France to undertake a survey of the auxiliary engine of a container vessel after the engine was damaged. Heiko was requested to make and assessment of the damage and provide his professional opinion as to the root cause.

bMC’s C/E Heiko Förster had a shorter trip to the second machinery damage case in as many weeks. He travelled to a workshop in Bremerhaven to survey the damaged generator of a container vessel at a machinery repair workshop.

bMC’s C/E Heiko Förster is clearly in line for the award for busiest employee of the month. He was requested to travel to Greece in relation to removal of bunkers from a vehicle carrier in lay-up condition. Heiko was requested to put arrangements in place for the safe and proper disposal of bunkers from the vessel.

May 2020

This month, the bMC GROUP has taken further steps forward, marking continued growth and development of the group and improving the offering to our valued clients. Firstly, the bMC GROUP has opened an office in the busy German port of Bremerhaven. This has long been a target for the bMC GROUP. Bremerhaven is an important location in the marine industry, so it was a logical next step for us. It has been requested by several clients and will certainly strengthen our offering and capability in Germany.

Secondly, brand MARINE CONSULTANTS are very pleased to announce our entry into the U.S.A. bMC have been fortunate to get Mr Josue (JC) Ocasio on board and thereby establish a presence in the state of Florida. bMC are very happy to have JC join, he will add a further resource and bring new and useful skills to the team. Being a native Spanish speaker, JC will undoubtedly bring benefit to our clients for any incidents in the Americas and Caribbean.

bMC’s Heiko Förster was engaged by insurance interests of a barge that was damaged by means of a falling crane hook. Heiko was requested to survey the damages and give professional advices in respect of likely repair costs.

bMC’s Heiko Förster was on the road again, this time in the direction of Brunsbüttel. Heiko was engaged by the pertinent authority to give professional advises relating to root cause following collision between a vessel and lock gate.

April 2020

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to inspect a cargo of steel coils near Dortmund, Germany following damage allegations after arrival

March 2020

What a month it was, like so many other companies in the whole shipping industry, we’ve certainly had a little rollercoaster ride through March. Throughout the month things developed quickly on many of our ongoing projects. We are going through an unsettling and very strange period there is no doubt about it. bMC are fortunate to have solid leadership and a team that are familiar with working though very challenging and stressful scenarios. A huge thanks to the whole team and their families, for their calm focus on dealing with the things that we can control and diligent planning for the things that we can’t. We’re all looking forward to brighter times (and socialising in an “non-virtual” setting) but our focus remains on giving the highest possible level of service to our valued clients.

bMC were engaged by lawyers acting on behalf of their client relating to a case involving the work of a shipyard. bMC were requested to review documentary information and give professional opinion in relation to the construction.

bMC were requested by average adjusters to attend a vessel at the time of dry docking in Poland to assess damages following an earlier grounding incident.

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier replaced Giacomo Pison to attend the site of grounded general cargo vessel off the coast of Sardinia, Italy on behalf of P&I interests, overseeing the caretaking of the vessel.

bMC were engaged by P&I underwriters to attend the site of a workboat sunk in the port of Wilhelmshaven, Germany. bMC were appointed to investigate the damages and effects of the sinking.   

bMC’s Navin Methani replaced Alex Leonard in India to oversee the closing stages of the shore side element of a wreck removal project. bMC have been requested by P&I interests to oversee the whole process of disposal of the wreck and cargo after being landed ashore in India.

bMC’s Heiko Förster was engaged by adjusters to investigate a machinery damage claim to a container vessel.

One of bMC’s French speakers, Alexandre Poirier, has been requested by insurance interests to evaluate available information and assist the client in respect of potential recovery following the sinking of a fishing vessel off the French coast.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged on behalf of freight forwarders to investigate the details of a shipment of medical material that was rejected by the receiver. Physical inspection of the goods was not possible and as such information was shared during an on-line meeting. 

bMC have been asked by cargo interests to investigate the details of a fire on a vehicle carrier and give professional advice.

February 2020

bMC’s Capt Dennis Brand and Peter Kurtenbach were engaged by the P&I Underwriter to attend an incident on inland waterways in France. The case involved a laden gas tanker which was structurally compromised following an incident transiting a lock. Subsequently Dennis was appointed as the Special Casualty Representative (SCR) and remained at the site throughout the complex lightering and salvage operation.  

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was on the road again, this time to Düsseldorf to undertake a survey of vegetable oil following alleged mishandling.

bMC’s Adeline Goh and Ajay Prasad oversaw the conclusion of offshore operations relating to a wreck removal off the east coast of India. Their demobilisation was the final part of a demanding project and a long period offshore. Adeline and Ajay both played key roles in ensuring that the offshore removal was safely and successfully completed well within the planned timeframe.

bMC’s Giacomo Pison remained in attendance of a grounded general cargo vessel off the coast of Sardinia, Italy on behalf of P&I interests, overseeing the caretaking of the vessel.

January 2020

bMC has enjoyed a busy turn of the year. Projects on going over the festive period meant that a number of our hardworking staff were away from their families over the Christmas and New Year period. We offer them our sincere thanks for their commitment and hard work!  

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad and Adeline Goh have been stationed on a crane barge off the east coast of India overseeing the wreck removal of a sunk container vessel on behalf of P&I Interests

bMC’s Alex Leonard has been stationed ashore at a purpose assembled waste handling facility.  This facility has been designed and built to receive and process the waste and scrap metal recovered from the wreck removal offshore. Alex Leonard has been monitoring the processes onshore on behalf of the P&I Interests.

bMC’s Giacomo Pison has been in attendance of a grounded general cargo vessel off the coast of Sardinia, Italy. On behalf of P&I interests Giacomo is overseeing a caretaking operation and liaising with the authorities whilst a plan is finalised to remove the vessel.

bMC have been appointed by yacht insurers to investigate and report on the extent of damages sustained following a collision in the Mediterranean as well as give professional opinion in respect of likely repair costs.

bMC’s Heiko Förster was engaged by P&I interests to attend a vessel and conduct a survey investigation following an allegation of improper bilge water disposal.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by insurance interests of a freight forwarder following an allegation of damage to a dry powder food product during transportation. Peter was requested to conduct a survey and investigation as to the damage and possible root cause.

bMC’s Navin Mehtani has been working at the request of P&I interest overseeing the removal of a number of beached containers on the East coast of India.  Navin has been working with the selected contractor to ensure the complete removal and disposal of the containers. 

Following a successful project throughout a large part of 2019, bMC’s MD, Capt Dennis Brand was pleased to attend the office of our valued client in Tokyo, Japan during January. Dennis was honoured to give a presentation summarising the project as well as handover a bespoke gift in recognition of the excellent cooperation.

 

 

2019

December 2019

bMC’s Capt Lars Tesmar was appointed as Special Casualty Representative (SCR) following the grounding of a general cargo vessel off the coast of Sardinia, Italy. Lars mobilised just before Christmas and remained in attendance throughout the festive period

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged to conduct a survey of a dry dock at Rotterdam, the Netherlands and subsequently report on his findings.

bMC were requested by Hull and Machinery underwriters & Owners to conduct a survey and investigation of a Ro-Ro Cargo vessel that sustained main engine damage and was towed to Spain by a tug.

 

NOVEMBER 2019

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand was appointed as Special Casualty Representative (SCR) following the grounding of a chemical tanker off the north coast of Spain. Dennis remained in attendance throughout the salvage efforts which ultimately resulted in the successful re-floating of the casualty. We offer our congratulations to all those involved.

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier was engaged by adjusters to survey and report on extent of damages following the grounding of a general cargo vessel in the Mediterranean.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests to evaluate the available information and provide an expert report following an alleged hydrocarbon release during bunkering operations in Northern Germany.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad was engaged by P&I interests to monitor the spread and location of containers that fell from a container vessel in the Bay of Bengal. A number of containers beached on the east coast of India. On behalf of P&I Captain Prasad has since overseen a contractor to ensure the complete removal and disposal of the beached containers.  

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach kept busy attending a number of cargo surveys around Northern Germany following allegations relating to condition of the cargo following shipment. bMC have been appointed on behalf of the freight forwarding company or logistics provider.

bMC’s Adeline Goh and Navin Mehtani were engaged by insurance interests to attend the site of a general cargo vessel sunk in Singapore waters. On behalf of the insurer, Adeline and Navin oversaw the removal of the wreck and transit to a disposal site. 

bMC’s Giacomo Pison provided remote technical assistance and operational advice resulting in the swift and successful refloating of a general Cargo vessel aground off Sudan on behalf of H&M Insurers.


OCTOBER 2019

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand had the honour of delivering a presentation on the subject of Salvage Operations in unstable Jurisdictions at the World Maritime Conference in Shanghai. At the same time, Professor Dr Roland Görtz was invited by Gard Norway to give a presentation at a containership fire conference in Arendal. Roland discussed reactive Chemical Hazards in the cargo of containerships.

bMC’s Capt Lars Tesmar and Capt. Jonas Alphonso maintained a presence in Tripoli, Libya to oversee a wreck removal on behalf of an IG P&I Club. 

bMC’s Heiko Förster was engaged by Owners of a vehicle carrier to give expert advice and on site assistance in respect of layup in Greece.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by freight forwarders via their claims handler to survey and report on alleged damages to containerised cargo following transportation.

bMC’s Alex Leonard completed a baseline shore survey in advance of a wreck removal operation in India.


SEPTEMBER 2019

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by P&I interests of an inland cruise vessel which was involved in a collision on the river Rhine in Germany. bMC were tasked with assessing and reporting on the damage and possible causes.

bMC Singapore were engaged by P&I underwriters to attend and survey the involved vessels following a collision in Singapore Waters. bMC Singapore issued a report detailing the circumstances and the extent of damages to the P&I Underwriter.

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad was requested by a P&I Insurer to attend the location of a dredger which sank off the Indian coast. Ajay was tasked with gathering information relating to the sinking and giving advice in respect of required actions.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was on the road again! This time tasked to attend a general cargo vessel at Düsseldorf following allegations that a cargo of grain showed signs of presence of insects. Peter was asked to survey the cargo and report on the type & extent of any insects as well as the possible root cause.

bMC was requested to attend a vessel undergoing shipyard work in Northern Germany. Alexandre Poirier attended to investigate the circumstances and possible causes following injury to a crew member of the vessel.

bMC were engaged by cargo underwriters to attend and survey the loading of two items of project cargo at Hamburg. The pieces were scheduled for shipping to Korea.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was appointed by P&I interests to attend a chemical tanker at a terminal on the River Rhine following an alleged contamination of the cargo. Peter was requested to survey the vessel and undertake investigations as to the cause.

bMC’s Capt Lars Tesmar maintained a presence in Tripoli, Libya to oversee a wreck removal on behalf of an IG P&I Club.


AUGUST 2019

bMC Singapore was requested by insurance interests to attend the site of a sunk tug in Singapore waters. bMC assisted the Owner & underwriter to source a contractor and agree commercial terms for the recovery & disposal of the tug. bMC remained on-site for the duration of the recovery operation. Due to the location and the available equipment, the wreck was recovered in only a few days.

bMC’s Alex Leonard and Giacomo Pision remained in attendance in Egypt acting as Owners Representative and to give professional advices following a cargo shift involving a potentially dangerous cargo.

bMC’s Alexandre Poirier was engaged by P&I interests to give an expert opinion in respect of a general cargo vessel which sank alongside a berth on the River Weser, Germany.

bMC’s Capt Lars Tesmar and Capt. Jonas Alphonso maintained a presence in Tripoli, Libya to oversee a wreck removal on behalf of an IG P&I Club.


JULY 2019

bMC are pleased to announce a new member to the team. Alexandre Poirier has joined bMC from 1st August. As we continue to grow, bMC looks for a diverse range for skills and backgrounds to add to our offering. It is therefore exciting to have Alexandre to join the team as he brings some new and interesting knowledge that will give benefit to our clients. Alexandre is a qualified Naval Architect and holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Ship Technology and Ocean Engineering. He brings some new and different experience with him to contribute to the bMC knowledge base. As a naval architect primarily specialised in traditional vessels of all sizes, ages, propulsions and materials such as steamships or wooden sailing yachts Alexandre has spent the last years with the planning and realisation of several restauration projects. As a technical inspector he has worked for a large fleet of historical ships and has therefore experience in ship inspections. Welcome Alexandre! We look forward to working with you.

bMC is also exited to formally welcome Professor Doctor Roland Görtz to the team. bMC have enjoyed an excellent relationship with Roland for some years already. He is a recognised specialist in the field of fire investigation. bMC have been fortunate enough to work with him on a number of fire related ship and cargo casualties in recent years. Both sides agreed that it was high time Roland was formally a part of the bMC team. So, we made it happen! Welcome Roland!

bMC has also formalised another relationship with a respected professional. In recent months bMC have been fortunate to forge a close relationship with Professor Doctor Thorsten Kienast and his company Kienast Mental Health (KMH). Both bMC and KMH were keen to develop the relationship further and explore opportunities together for mutual benefit. As a result KMH have agreed to become part of the bMC GROUP. More information can be found here and here.

Captain Dennis Brand commented “Another fantastic couple of months at bMC, I’m thoroughly enjoying building a diverse and skilled team. When I first met Alexandre, I was immediately impressed not only by his depth of knowledge around naval architecture but also his professionalism and his highly personable nature. I’ve had the good fortune to work with Professor Doctor Görtz on a few occasions and I’m thrilled he has agreed to join the team and the adventure. It’s all been happening at once though! KMH joining our group is an excellent development for us and I’m sure there are some interesting opportunities we can develop together” 

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar & Captain Per Tyrsted remained at the site of a wreck removal operation on a container vessel off the coast of Tripoli, Libya as P&I Club Representative.

bMC’s Chief Engineer Heiko Förster was engaged by insurance interests to visit and inspect the main machinery of a vessel in Vigo, Spain. A subsequent report and professional advices will be issued to the client

bMC’s Heiko Förster was requested to give a professional evaluation of likely repair costs following a grounding incident of a bulk carrier in Scotland.

July has been a busy month for Peter Kurtenbach on the inland waterways of the BeNeLux region. Peter has attended a number of surveys relating to cargo damage claims. On each occasion Peter has been focused on giving prompt, clear and through information to the client.

Amongst the cargo damage claims, Peter was also engaged by the underwriters of an inland cruise vessel to carry out an investigation and analysis following a collision incident on the river Danube.

bMC’s Roland Görtz was engaged by insurance interests to carry out a fire investigation survey and report his findings, as well as his professional opinion in respect of causation, following a fire involving a trailer of a heavy goods vehicle loaded with machinery. The vehicle and cargo was in transit from Germany to Turkey when a fire broke out.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand was appointed by Owners and requested to travel immediately to Egypt in order to act as Owners Representative and to give professional advices following a cargo shift involving a potentially dangerous cargo.


JUNE 2019

bMC’s Giacomo Pison was back on site at Marmara Island, Turkey, on behalf of the P&I Club to oversee the successful wreck removal of a bulk carrier.

bMC Koblenz was requested to attend an inland water cruise vessel at a shipyard in Linz, Austria following a collision incident on the Danube river. bMC was requested to survey the damages caused and report on the extent and nature of damages.

bMC’s Heiko Förster was requested by Insurance interests to attend the site of a collision between an inland cruise vessel and a lock on the Donau canal. The client requested that bMC assess the damage as well as the root cause of the incident.  

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand was engaged by insurance interest to attend the site of a historical sailing vessel in German waters which had sunk subsequent to a collision incident. Initially appointed to survey the vessel and provide guidance to the insurer as to the most appropriate actions and anticipated costs, bMC were subsequently engaged to oversee the salvage and towage to a repair yard. For the salvage phase, bMC’s Capt. Lars Tesmar was in attendance.  

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by insurance interests to attend and report on a chemical tanker laden with cargo on the river Rhine.   

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was requested by P&I insurance interests to engage with involved parties and to gather pertinent information following a collision on the river Rhine before reporting and giving professional advices as to the cause and recommended actions.

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar & Captain Per Tyrsted remained at the site of a wreck removal operation on a container vessel off the coast of Tripoli, Libya as P&I Club Representative.

bMC was engaged by P&I Interests to provide professional advices in respect of a passenger vessel sunk in the Galapagos. Capt Ajay Prasad was dispatched to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands to assess the site and report his finding and recommendations to the client.


MAY 2019

bMC are pleased to announce the appointment of an experienced surveyor in the Dortmund area. Capt. Peter Kurtenbach joined the bMC team at the start of May 2019. Peter has over 12 years’ experience as a Marine Surveyor working extensively in the BeNeLux region during that time. bMC are certain that Peter brings some valuable knowledge and skills to the team as we continue to grow. Captain Dennis Brand was particularly happy to have Peter to join the bMC. He commented “I’ve known Peter for many years and always respected his outlook and professionalism, to have him with the bMC team is very satisfying for me. I know he has a huge amount to offer which only enhances what bMC can offer to it’s clients.” We all welcome Peter and look forward to working with him. 

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar & Captain Konstantin Boroffka remained in attendance of a grounded container vessel off the coast of Tripoli, Libya as P&I Club Representative.

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was requested, within just a few days of joining bMC, to attend an inland water vessel at a shipyard near Cologne following apparent damage to the propulsion system. 

bMC’s Heiko Förster was requested by Insurance interests and Owners to attend a vessel and conduct a survey, in the port of Hamburg, Germany following and alleged collision with a bridge whilst navigating to the assigned berth. 

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was requested by P&I insurance interests and Owners to attend a vessel near to Koblenz, Germany due to the fuel product being transported being allegedly off-spec. Peter was requested to make a survey of the vessel and the tanks in order to determine the possible cause. 

bMC’s Peter Kurtenbach was engaged by appointed legal representatives to review pertinent information relating to transportation of a yacht on board a ship and give opinion as an expert witness relating to alleged damages.

 

APRIL 2019

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar & Captain Konstantin Boroffka remained in attendance of a grounded container vessel off the coast of Tripoli, Libya as P&I Club Representative. 

bMC’s Heiko Foerster was engaged by P&I as well as H&M insurance interests to attend and survey a tanker in Mozambique port following a machinery breakdown. Heiko was requested to survey the damaged machinery and report on the loss, including route cause analysis. 

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand was engaged by a logistics provider to analyse details of a transportation project and provide opinion as an expert witness on the process. 

bMC’s Heiko Foerster was engaged by insurance interests to analyse available documents and information before giving professional opinion in respect of damage to a crane boom on an offshore vessel operating in West Africa. 

bMC were requested by P&I interests to attend a warehouse in the Dortmund area where some steel products had been transported by river and were allegedly damaged by water. 

bMC’s Alex Leonard was engaged by P&I insurance interests to attend the capsize and subsequent loss of a vessel off the West African coast. Alex was required to gather pertinent information and details reporting same to P&I interests. At the same time bMC acted as representative of the P&I underwriter.

MARCH 2019

bMC feel very lucky to have secured the highly regarded and experienced Mark Hoddinott on to their ever growing team. It’s difficult to give a fitting title to such an experienced and knowledgeable individual but Mark will be joining bMC as a Senior Advisor. When it comes to Salvage and Wreck removal there is little that Mark doesn’t know and few people that don’t know Mark. bMC are therefore very pleased indeed to announce that Mark is now part of the bMC team.

bMC welcomed Mark Hoddinott to the bMC Group at an informal gathering in Hamburg at the start of April. We’re all excited about the latest development and looking forward to tapping in to some of the wealth of knowledge that Mark brings with him. Welcome Mark! 

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar remained in attendance of a grounded container vessel off the coast of Tripoli, Libya as P&I Club Representative. 

bMC’s Giacomo Pison was engaged by P&I underwriters to attend the site of the sinking of a general cargo vessel in Turkish waters. The vessel’s fuel was promptly and effectively removed under bMC’s oversight.

bMC’s Heiko Foerster was engaged by insurance interests to attend and survey a bulk carrier in a north German port following loss of an anchor. Heiko was requested to report on the loss, including route cause analysis. 

bMC Singapore continued to work with Owners and insurance interests in respect of the salvage and subsequent disposal of a tanker in Malaysia. 

bMC’s Thomas Baer was engaged by Charterer’s via their insurance interests to attend and survey a tanker on German inland waterways, following an alleged cargo contamination.

FEBRUARY 2019

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad was appointed as Special Casualty Representative (SCR) following the grounding and partial sinking of a tanker off Johor, Malaysia.

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar has continued to give to give professional advices to the responsible German authorities, following the appearance of several shipping containers in German waters thought to have been lost overboard from a passing vessel. 

bMC’s Heiko Foerster was engaged by insurance interests to attend and survey a river cruise vessel in southern Germany following damage to a propulsion unit. 

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand was engaged by legal representatives to give professional opinion and expert witness report relating to a collision case in German waters.

JANUARY 2019

bMC are very excited to announce the opening of a site office in Koblenz, Germany. Opened on the 1st January 2019, the main purpose of the office is to service our important client base with attendance to vessels and incidents on the inland waterways of the surrounding region. After careful consideration, bMC selected Koblenz as it gives ready access to the Cologne, Dusseldorf & Duisburg area to the North and Mainz area to the South. bMC have engaged an experienced former Chief Engineer to be available for the requirements of our clients, present and future. It is expected that the team in Koblenz will grow in the months to come. Please contact us for further details. We welcome any enquiries for the Koblenz office. 

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand was engaged by the German responsible authorities to give professional advices following the appearance of several shipping containers in German waters thought to have been lost overboard from a passing vessel.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand was engaged to attend a grounded container vessel off the coast of Tripoli, Libya as the appointed Special Casualty Representative (SCR).

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar was appointed by the German responsible authority to give professional advices following the grounding of a tanker in German waters. The vessel was re-floated in a safe and timely manner.

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar has continued to give to give professional advices to the responsible German authorities, following the appearance of several shipping containers in German waters thought to have been lost overboard from a passing vessel.

bMC’s Captain Lars Tesmar attended the site of a vessel collision on the River Rhine. This was an interesting job that was particularly satisfying as it was the first case for the bMC Koblenz office. Capt. Tesmar was requested to make an initial investigation and to provide expert opinion in relation to possible route cause.

2018

DECEMBER 2018

bMC’s Captain Ajay Prasad was engaged by insurance interests to attend a semi-submersible drilling rig off the east coast of India following a severe listing incident. Capt. Prasad was requested to survey and carry out an initial investigation in respect of the incident and subsequent attendance of a contractor to correct the list.

bMC’s Alex Leonard was engaged by P&I Interests to oversee the removal of bunker fuels and other potential pollutants from a grounded vessel in south east India.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand attended an inland water cruise vessel at Cologne following a grounding incident resulting in damage to the propulsion system.

NOVEMBER 2018

BIG news for bMC in November! 

bMC Branch office in China is formally registered and ready to commence activities. Setting up bMC China has taken considerable effort by those involved, but it was and is a key element of our exciting plans for the future. We are very pleased with this latest development. The office contact details are as follows;

brand MARINE CONSULTANTS (SHANGHAI) LTD
Telephone: +86 136549 89876
Email: shanghai@brand-marine.com 

We look forward to serving new and existing clients in this major shipping centre. We welcome new enquiries. 

bMC are also pleased to announce that Captain Lars Tesmar has been formally notified that he will be appointed to the Lloyds Special Casualty Representative (SCR) panel effective as of 1st January 2019. We give our hearty congratulations to Lars and wish him every success with this added role carrying significant responsibility. bMC is confident that Lars has all the attributes and experience to make an excellent SCR. Equally the bMC team will be on hand to support Lars throughout any SCR appointments. Congratulations Lars! 

Captain Dennis Brand commented “Lars’ appointment means that bMC now have 3 people appointed to the SCR panel. This is a fantastic development meaning that bMC now has an improved depth of service in this specialised area of the marine insurance industry. Operating as a single SCR on many jobs becomes unworkable after several weeks on the same case. bMC now have far more flexibility when one of the team are appointed as SCR on major casualty cases.”

At the same time. bMC is happy to advise that Capt. Dennis Brand has been re-appointed following the latest round of biennial re-applications. Well done Dennis!

bMC was appointed by Owners and insurance interests to survey and make an assessment of route cause following a stern tube leakage and change of stern tube parts during a vessel call to Tenerife. 

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad and Per Tyrsted remained present on site as representatives for P&I interests in respect of a grounded container vessel in the Northern part of the Bay of Bengal. 

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad was requested by P&I interests to attend the site of a grounded vessel in south east India and provide an initial assessment as well as recommendations for future actions.

OCTOBER 2018

bMC were engaged by Owners of a Ro-Ro terminal in India to give professional advice in respect of an engineering project. bMC’s Alex Leonard attended the site to make an assessment and provide initial advices.

bMC Singapore were engaged by vessel owners in the Philippines to conduct a review of office based procedures and provide an assessment of Management practices with a focus on maintenance procedures. 

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad and Capt. Lars Tesmar remained present on site as representatives for P&I interests in respect of a grounded container vessel in the Northern part of the Bay of Bengal. bMC were requested by Insurance interests to review pertinent information and give expert opinion in respect of a main engine damage case.

SEPTEMBER 2018

bMC are also pleased to announce that on the 1st October Alex Leonard joined the bMC Team in London, UK as a Senior Consultant. Alex brings some new and different experience with him to contribute to the bMC knowledge base. As a response specialist and duty manager with Oil Spill Response Ltd Alex has spent the last eight years planning and training for, responding to and managing oil spill across the oil and gas and maritime sectors. As a technical advisor Alex has worked as a consultant embedded in the largest oil majors supporting crisis management teams in the development of emergency plans and designing and delivering response organisations from Africa to the Arctic.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand was engaged to give preliminary expert witness advice to insurance interests in respect of a cargo damage claim following damages to motor vehicles loaded on a vehicle carrier.

bMC’s Capt Lars Tesmar was instructed by Charterer’s insurance interests to conduct a survey and report on the findings in respect of cargo hatch cover damages on a vessel at a Port in Northern Germany.

bMC was requested by insurance interests to review pertinent information and give professional opinion following an instance of main engine breakdown as a result of failure of the piston rings from a main engine of a Bulk Carrier.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand was requested by Insurance interests via their appointed Legal representatives to give professional advice regarding salvage costs following a collision between a vessel and a berth.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad and Naval Architect Ms Yu Ling Mok have maintained a presence on site as representatives for P&I interests in respect of a grounded container vessel in the Northern part of the Bay of Bengal.

AUGUST 2018

bMC was engaged by insurance interests to survey an offshore vessel in Bremerhaven with bow thruster damages and to report on the likely causes of the damages found.

bMC Singapore were engaged to give professional advice to insurance interests in respect of repair options and likely costs following a collision between a tanker and a barge in Indonesian waters.

bMC staff were on site in the Azores over the summer months to oversee a wreck removal project on behalf of P&I interests. The project was successfully concluded and approval given by the relevant authorities in late July.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad and Capt. Lars Tesmar remained present on site as representatives for P&I interests in respect of a grounded container vessel in the Northern part of the Bay of Bengal.

JULY 2018

bMC is very happy to announce that Capt. Per Tyrsted Jorgensen has joined the bMC Team based in Singapore. We are excited by his arrival and looking forward to working with him. Per has significant experience in the marine industry, specifically in tanker management and business development which we certainly expect to be of benefit to bMC and consequently to our growing client base. 
Per started his career at sea in 1980 and completed his Master’s Examination at Copenhagen School of Navigation in 1989. He continued his career at sea on various type of vessels as 2nd officer to Master before commencing his shore based career in 2000. Since then Per has held several senior management positions, with the last being Vice President of Commercial Operations in a Chemical Tanker company involved with development of Company Strategy and Business Development. Per has vast experience in marine operations including Demurrage, Claims, Insurance, P&I, Bunker Procurement, Port Captaincy, Vessel inspections, Vetting as well as having been involved with Salvage and General Average.  
We welcome Per to our team. 
Per will take on the role of V.P. Operations and Strategy. At the same time, Kieran Hopkins will take on the role of V.P. Operations for our Hamburg office. 

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad was engaged by underwriters to survey two vessels in the Singapore area following a collision. 

bMC’s C/E Heiko Förster was requested by insurance interests to survey and report on damages to components following a machinery breakdown on a Platform Supply Vessel. 

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand and Capt. Konstantin Boroffka remain engaged on project relating to a container vessel grounded in the Northern part of the Bay of Bengal.

JUNE 2018

bMC’s C/E Heiko Förster was engaged by owners to survey planned modification works to a Ro-Ro Vessel in Bremerhaven, Germany and give professional advice. 

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand and Capt. Ajay Prasad attended a container vessel in the Northern part of Bay of Bengal that had suffered a fire and subsequently grounded. bMC were requested to attend by the P&I Underwriters of the vessel. Captain Dennis Brand is appointed as the Special Casualty Representative. bMC’s Captain Konstantin Boroffka is currently also attending in support. 

bMC Singapore were requested by vessel’s P&I Underwriter to give professional advice in respect of the damages caused following a collision between a tanker and a towed barge off Indonesia.

MAY 2018

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand was engaged by insurance interests to give professional advice and opinion in respect of a vessel wreck off the coast of Norway.

bMC were requested by insurance brokers to survey and give opinion on the root cause in respect of a vessel generator breakdown in a Dutch Port.

APRIL 2018

bMC is very pleased to announce that Capt. Lars Tesmar has joined the bMC Team based in Germany. We are all looking forward to working with Lars and we value the high level of marine experience that he brings. We are certain that Lars’ experience will be a great addition to our growing company and that it will serve to benefit our increasing client base.
After a technical apprenticeship in 1994 and experience as an engineer on offshore dredgers and barges Lars went on to study Nautical Sciences at the University of Applied Sciences Oldenburg/ Ostfriesland/ Wilhelmshaven from 2004, finishing with a degree as Dipl.-Ing and the Certificate of Competency for Watch Officer. Lars started as his bridge career as watch officer on large Anchor Handling Tugs gaining his unlimited Master Mariner license and Dynamic Positioning Operator licence. Inspired through the work with FPSOs and Oil Rigs Lars completed a Diploma in Marine Surveying, specializing in Mobile Offshore and Drilling Units (MODUs) by correspondence course as at Lancaster University. This course was followed by a job as Staff Surveyor in 2011, specialized in Towing and Salvage, at a leading claims management organisation. Following this, Lars joined Svitzer Salvage in 2014 later becoming Ardent, where he carried out several Salvage Projects as Salvage Master.
We welcome Lars to our team.

bMC’s Heiko Förster was dispatched by P&I Insurance interests to attend Tug in the Hamburg area which has suffered an engine malfunction leading to a crew injury.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand was engaged by P&I Insurance Interests to conduct a survey relating to damage of lock gate walls allegedly caused by a vessel collision.

bMC Hamburg office & Team enjoyed a well-attended “House Warming” party at our new office on the 26th April. Many thanks to those that made it along for the evening to help us celebrate!

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bMC’s Heiko Förster was engaged by P&I Insurance interests to attend an oil production facility in Northern Germany where product received ashore from a tanker was found to be incorrect.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand was engaged by Owners and their Legal representatives to provide further expert witness statement & advice in respect of an earlier case involving loading of project cargo in the Far East.

FEBRUARY 2018

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster was appointed by P&I interests to attend a wreck removal in Eastern Germany on the Baltic coast. The client required a route cause analysis and report in this case.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad (SCR) and bMC’s Naval Architect Giacomo Pison were engaged by P&I insurance interests to attend a capsized vessel in Guayaquil, Ecuador. bMC have been requested by the underwriters to assess the situation and arrange removal of the vessel. In addition bMC have been requested to carry out root cause analysis. This will involve the skills and expertise of brand ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS to provide computer modelling of the incident.

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been appointed by insurance interests to make a technical analysis following a machinery breakdown on a vessel in the port of Bremen, Germany.

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster was instructed by P&I Underwriters to carry out a survey of damage to a jetty, allegedly caused by a bulk carrier in Nordenham, Germany.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR) spoke at an event of BDO – 10. Schifffahrtsforum – about “Economies of Scale vs. Salvage”. The event took place on 27.02.2018 in Hamburg.

Follow up:

A previously reported wreck removal project of a grounded tug and barge off Zhuhai, China has been concluded to the satisfaction of the local authorities and the client. The wreck of the tug and barge was successfully removed in February.

A previously reported wreck removal project of a sunken fishing vessel off Dalian, China has been concluded to the satisfaction of the local authorities and the client. The wreck of the vessel was recovered in February.

JANUARY 2018

bMC’s C/E Heiko Förster was appointed by insurance interests to attend a vessel following main engine damage. bMC is engaged to provide a survey report and route cause analysis.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR) was appointed as P&I Club representative to attend a ferry following a grounding in the Azores.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad was appointed to act as SCR and attend a vessel following a grounding in Israel. 

bMC was engaged by P&I interests to attend the site of a bunker spill, during bunkering operations on the Kiel Canal. The Client looked to bMC to provide assistance and support with appointment of clean-up contractors as well as intervention with the local authorities and report covering the event.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR) was appointed to advise P&I interests with respect to a possible wreck removal case off the coast of Uruguay. 

bMC’s Peter Wölk, CEO, spoke at an event of the Nautischer Verein zu Bremen about Casualty Management. The event took place on 09.01.2018 in Bremen.

2017

DECEMBER 2017

bMC proudly announce that YuLing Mok has joined the team as Consultant in Singapore. YuLing is a qualified Naval Architect and holds a Diploma in Marine & Offshore Technology from Ngee Ann Polytechnic in Singapore and a degree in Naval Architecture with Offshore Engineering from Newcastle (UK). She has broad experience in 3D and 2D modelling of ships and casualties. Prior joining bMC YuLing has worked as a Naval Architect and Consultant with LOC and several Shipyards and Marine companies in Singapore. YuLing has experience in ship inspections and collision investigations and is well versed with HSE requirements onboard vessels. We welcome YuLing in our team.

bMC are pleased to advise that owing to expansion we have moved to a larger office. However, no need to amend your address book as we have moved just across the hall to a far larger office. In doing so we have sufficient space for the Captain Klaus Förster Unabhängige Schiffahrtsexperten team to join us in the same space as well as PANDI SERVICES J. & K. Brons and the rest of the bMC team. We also have enough space for some further planned expansion of the bMC Group as well as a separate meeting room. We look forward to a small “housewarming” party in our new premises soon!

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR) and C/E Heiko Förster were simultaneously engaged by insurance interests in relation to a general cargo vessel that suffered a flooded engine room of the coast of West Africa. Whilst Capt. Brand gave the client advice in respect of the urgent salvage efforts, C/E Förster was engaged to carry out a route cause analysis in Sierra Leone.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad (SCR) was appointed as Consultant to support owners and P&I Underwriters with the wreck removal of a fishing vessel off Dalian in in China.

bMC’s Yuling Mok has been appointed to carry out a collision investigation between two vessels off Singapore.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad (SCR) was appointed as Consultant to support owners and P&I Underwriters with the casualty management of a capsized barge off the South Indian Coast.

bMC’s C/E Heiko Förster was engaged by insurance interests to review a historical claim relating to Vessel’s machinery damage.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR) was appointed by legal representatives to review and offer expert opinion in relation to a claim for repair costs on an off-shore installation.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad (SCR) was appointed as Consultant to support owners and P&I Underwriters with the casualty management of a grounded barge off the East Malaysian coast.

NOVEMBER 2017

bMC proudly announced that the long established and well known surveying company Capt. Klaus Förster Unabhängige Schiffahrt-Experten GmbH has become the most recent member of the bMC group of companies. We are very pleased to welcome the experienced and professional team of Reinhard Jeske-Tiemann, Tim Meyer and Til Grüne to our growing family. Mr Jörg Nobis has meanwhile left the company to focus on other challenges. The addition serves to increase and strengthen our capacities in cargo and bunker related surveys. Capt. Klaus Förster will continue to operate as a separate and independent entity. They will also continue to provide a professional, cost effective service to their existing clients. At the same time, we look forward to utilising their extensive knowledge for bMC projects and furthering the offering to PANDI SERVICES J. & K. Brons clients. In the coming months the Capt. Klaus Förster team will relocate to the bMC head office in Hamburg allowing them efficient access to the port & terminals of Hamburg and giving good connections to other ports & terminals in the region. bMC’s CEO Peter Wölk commented “Capt. Klaus Förster is a great addition to our growing group of companies. Their knowledge, qualifications and experience brings further depth to the group’s resources and brings further valuable offerings to our client base. But it goes both ways, Capt. Klaus Förster have numerous long standing and valuable clients. We are now able to offer those clients additional and complimentary services. We look forward to working with them all.” 

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR) was appointed as consultant to assist P&I Underwriters with the wreck removal operation of a crew transfer vessel, which sank in the port of Pula, Croatia.

bMC’s Oliver Fowke was instructed by Charterers to carry out a survey on board of a container vessel in the port of Hamburg, which lost containers during the sea passage.

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster was instructed by P&I Underwriters to carry out a survey of the side shell damages of a vessel caused by a bunker barge.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad (SCR) was appointed as Consultant to support owners and P&I Underwriters with the wreck removal of a grounded tug and barge off Zhuhai in China.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad (SCR) has been appointed to carry out a contact investigation between a vessel and a pier off Indonesia.

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster was instructed by Owners and Underwriters to carry out a fire safety assessment on board a cruise ship dry docked in Bremerhaven.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad (SCR) has been appointed to carry out a collision investigation between a vessel and a pier off Singapore.

OCTOBER 2017

bMC is proud to announce that Kieran Hopkins has joined the team, based in Hamburg on 1st November 2017. We look forward to working with Kieran and we value the shipping experience and knowledge he brings to our growing international team. As we continue on our exciting path of expansion in to new areas of the marine industry, we are confident that he will bring further value to our clients. Kieran completed a degree in Marine Technology and Maritime Law at the University of Plymouth, UK. Thereafter, he went on to work on the Technical Maintenance team for the British America's Cup Challenge in New Zealand 2002 – 2003. Following a number of years as a professional yachtsman, Kieran joined Samuel Stewart & Co as a Towage and Salvage Broker in 2007.

He recently concluded a tenure of 10 years with The Stewart Group / RS Platou / Clarksons Platou Offshore, where he was involved with a significant number of towage and salvage projects, gaining significant experience of commercial and contractual aspects.

We welcome Kieran to our team.

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster was instructed by P&I Underwriters to carry out a damage survey and subsequent root cause analysis relating to a collision in a German port leading to the collapse of a shore crane.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR) has been appointed to carry out a commercial and technical review relating to a container vessel which grounded in German waters.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad (SCR) has been appointed to carry out a collision investigation between two vessels off Singapore.

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster was appointed by P&I Underwriters to undertake a damage survey of a vessel in the port of Bremen following an alleged collision in the Indian Ocean.

bMC’s Oliver Fowke was instructed by owners to carry out a condition survey onboard a container vessel in a German port, following a cargo discharge incident.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad (SCR) has been appointed as Consultant to support owners and P&I Underwriters with the handling of a casualty off Malaysia.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR) was instructed by the German Coast Guard to attend, as their representative, a bulk carrier grounded on the German coast in the North Sea.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR) was appointed by the German Coast Guard to give advice relating to a grounded bulk carrier on a German Waterway.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR) commented:

“The last few days have been extremely busy, but I am very satisfied to have assisted with the safe and controlled re-floating of two vessels within 10 hours. The bMC team has once again shown, that we are ready to mobilise on short notice. We are proud to assist our clients whenever and wherever they need us”.

Follow up:

The first stage of a previously reported wreck removal operation of a bulk carrier sunk in Greek waters which bMC has been managing on behalf of P&I underwriters was safely and successfully concluded in October.

A previously reported wreck removal operation of a submerged General Cargo vessel in Chinese waters which bMC has been monitoring on behalf of P&I Underwriters, was safely and successfully concluded in October.

SEPTEMBER 2017

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad (SCR) and Naval Architect Adeline Goh have been instructed to carry out an investigation of a collision involving two vessels off Singapore.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR) has been appointed by P&I Underwriters with regard to an alleged wash damage suffered by a megayacht (Berne, Germany).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been appointed as an expert to advise Underwriters regarding a hull damage (Democratic Republic of the Congo).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been contracted as expert on behalf of Underwriters for the evaluation of jetty damages allegedly caused by a tanker during berthing (Brake, Germany).

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR) has been appointed as an expert on behalf of Charterer’s P&I to survey and investigate a collision damage to a ship's crane (Bremerhaven, Germany).

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR) has been instructed to provide an expert opinion on a salvage operation (Hamburg, Germany).

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR) has been appointed as an expert witness regarding a collision (Hamburg, Germany).

bMC’s Peter Wölk, CEO, spoke at an event of the Shipping Professional Network in Hamburg (SPNH) about Mergers & Acquisitions. The event took place on 19 September in Hamburg, Germany.

AUGUST 2017

bMC proudly announce that in addition to brand MARINE CONSULTANTS GmbH now also brand MARINE CONSULTANTS (SG) Pte. Ltd. in Singapore and brand MARINE CONSULTANTS (UK) Ltd. in London have been successfully approved by Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance to the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Standards. The Quality Management System is applicable to Specialist Services to the Marine and Offshore Industries, Surveys, Salvage and Wreck Removals, Casualty Management, Expert Witness Services.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR) has been appointed by P&I Underwriters to carry out a root cause analysis in regard of a collision between two container ships as well as to quantify the sustained damages (Hamburg, Germany).

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR) has been contracted as expert on behalf of P&I Underwriters for the evaluation of jetty damages allegedly caused by a bulk carrier (Bremen, Germany). 

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been appointed as expert to carry out a survey of the aft stern tube seal of a bulk carrier inclusive a root cause analyses (Hamburg, Germany).

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR) has been appointed by P&I Underwriters to carry out an investigation of alleged personal injuries to stevedores on board of a container ship (Bremerhaven, Germany).

bMC’s Dennis Brand (SCR) has been appointed as expert to advise P&I Underwriters regarding a collision of a bulk carrier with a ferry boat (Berne, Germany).

bMC joined the 35. Peter Gast Schiffahrtsregatta and sponsored this fantastic maritime event, which took place end of August.

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad (SCR) has been appointed to carry out a collision investigation and damage assessment (Singapore).

bMC’s Capt. Jonas Alphonso and Naval Architect Adeline Goh have been appointed to carry out a collision investigation between two vessels off Singapore

JULY 2017

bMC’s Dennis Brand (SCR) has been appointed by German Authorities as consultant during a salvage operation of a grounded freighter (Cuxhaven, Germany).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been appointed as expert to advise P&I Underwriters regarding a collision of a vessel with a shore crane (Hamburg, Germany).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been appointed as expert to advise H&M Underwriters regarding an engine damage of a megayacht. 

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been appointed as expert to advise P&I Underwriters regarding damages of a gantry crane caused by a vessel (Emden, Germany).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been contracted as expert on behalf of P&I Underwriters to carry out an investigation of a main engine breakdown (Hamburg, Germany).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been contracted as expert on behalf of P&I Underwriters for the evaluation of the damage a river cruise vessel sustained during a fire on board (Linz, Austria).

JUNE 2017

bMC has taken over the leading German P&I correspondent PANDI SERVICES J. & K. Brons (PANDI). Thomas Kühl, the main shareholder behind PANDI SERVICES for many years, has transferred the business to brand MARINE CONSULTANTS GmbH (bMC) with effect as of 1st July 2017. The history of PANDI goes back to the year 1865 and already 1902 the company has been appointed to act as P&I Correspondent. The transition process is being led by bMC's CEO Capt. Peter Wölk. Peter Wölk has previously worked with PANDI for almost six years. bMC is glad to announce that the PANDI team will remain on board. Rolf-Jürgen Hermes who joined the company back in 1985 will continue as Managing Director. PANDI will continue as a separate and independent entity. But the cooperation with the bMC group of companies will offer PANDI direct access to wider technical and engineering expertise as well as to experts and surveyors which will increase our service capability. In addition, this acquisition increases the footprints of both companies. On the one hand bMC will have associated offices in Bremen, Wilhelmshaven and Rostock (beside the HQ in Hamburg). And on the other hand PANDI will be put on a global scale via the bMC companies in the UK and Singapore. bMC’s clients will directly benefit from this new set-up.

bMC’s Dennis Brand (SCR) has been appointed by P&I Underwriters as consultant to investigate a collision (Rostock, Germany).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been appointed as expert to advise H&M Underwriters regarding an engine damage of a river cruise vessel (Tolkamer, The Netherlands).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been appointed as consultant to advise H&M Underwriters regarding stern tube repairs (Antwerp, Belgium).

MAY 2017

bMC’s Oliver Fowke has been appointed as consultant attending a capsized floating dock and a chemical tanker (Gdynia, Poland).

bMC’s Dennis Brand (SCR) has been appointed as consultant for the investigation and handling of a cargo claim (France).

bMC’s Dennis Brand (SCR) has been appointed as consultant to advise P&I Underwriters during a salvage operation (Burullus, Egypt).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been appointed as Court Surveyor (Hamburg, Germany).

bMC has been appointed as consultant to advise Owners regarding a cargo claim (Valencia, Spain).

APRIL 2017

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been contracted as Consultant to carry out an investigation of a main engine damage.

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been contracted as Consultant to carry out an investigation of a propeller shaft damage.

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been contracted as Consultant to advise on a damage to intermediate shaft bearing and possible damages to the vessel’s stern tube.

bMC’s Dennis Brand (SCR) has been appointed as Consultant to advise on an a major cargo damage.

MARCH 2017

bMC proudly announce that Giacomo Pison joined the team as Consultant in London. Giacomo has a background in naval architecture, ship construction, propulsion, stability and subdivision, ship behaviour at sea and shipboard electrical power systems. He studied in Italy and holds a Bachelor`s and a Master`s degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. We welcome Giacomo in our team.

bMC proudly announce that Adeline Goh joined the team as Consultant in Singapore. Adeline is a qualified Naval architect and has studied in Singapore Ngee Ann Polytechnic. She holds a diploma in Marine & Offshore Technology and has broad experience in 3D and 2D modelling of ships and casualties. She has been involved in numerous salvage projects while with her former employer TITAN SALVAGE / Ardent Maritime . Adeline has experience in ship inspections and is well versed with HSE requirements onboard vessels. We welcome Adeline in our team.

bMC proudly announce that Capt. Jonas Alphonso joined the team as Associate Consultant in Mumbai. Jonas is a Master Mariner with years of command experience on foreign going vessels. Thereafter he has worked with ship brokering and commercial operations gaining invaluable experience in dealing with Contracts and Charter parties. He has worked with surveying firms and has extensive experience with accident and incident investigations, condition surveys, cargo surveys, project cargo operations and damage assessment surveys. He has been involved with several salvage cases off the coast of India. We welcome Jonas in our team.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR) and Capt. Ajay Prasad (SCR) have been appointed as Consultants to assist Owners, H&M Underwriters and P&I Underwriters with the handling of a casualty (Singapore).

bMC’s Capt Ajay Prasad (SCR) has been appointed as Consultant to support Owners, H&M Underwriters as well as P&I Underwriters with the handling of a grounded tug and barge combination (Maldives).

bMC’s Capt Ajay Prasad (SCR) has been appointed as Salvage Master handling a casualty (Chennai, India).

On 14 March 2017 brand MARINE CONSULTANTS (UK) Ltd. has been incorporated in London.

On 30 March 2017 bMC celebrated the 3rd anniversary party with approximately 150 clients, friends and guests in their office premises Hamburg.

FEBRUARY 2017

bMC proudly announce that Brit Brand joined the team as Head of Finance based in Hamburg in February 2017. Brit has a broad experience in Finance and has been with Axel Springer SE (one of the largest publishing houses in Europe) for the last 15 years, her last role was Director of Sales Controlling. She holds a degree in Finance and currently takes learning courses to become a VBA programmer.
We welcome Brit Brand in our team.

bMC’s Oliver Fowke has been appointed as SCR attending a salvage operation of a general cargo vessel (Lesbos, Greece).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been contracted as salvage consultant attending a fire on board of a car carrier (Southampton, UK). 

bMC’s Dennis Brand (SCR) has been appointed as Expert Witness (London, UK).

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad (SCR) has been appointed as consultant supporting underwriters and owners with the handling of a cargo damage (Mumbai, India).

bMC has been appointed as GA surveyors (Bremerhaven, Germany).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been appointed as Court Surveyor for an engine damage (Stade, Germany).

JANUARY 2017

We are proud to announce that Captain Ajay Prasad of bMC Singapore, has been appointed as a member of the Lloyd’s Panel of Special Casualty Representatives.
Ajay joined bMC in June 2016 after a career at sea and ashore both in commercial shipping and salvage. Since starting up our Singapore Operation, Ajay has been instructed by various parties on no less than four salvage and wreck removal projects - most recently acting as a representative for underwriters on a fuel removal and subsequent ITT process for a wreck removal in China.
This appointment strengthens our ability to respond rapidly on a global scale and is a testament to our experience and in-depth knowledge of the SCOPIC clause; since 2014 bMC has had an SCR appointed on ten SCOPIC cases and numerous other high profile casualties.

2016

DECEMBER 2016

bMC proudly announce that Peter Wölk joined the team as CEO based in Hamburg on 1st January 2017. As a member of the company’s management, he will shape strategic, operational and commercial business activities and initiatives for bMC around the world, as we successfully continue our exciting path of international expansion and growth.
Peter Wölk is a fully qualified German lawyer and member of the Hamburg bar association but also an engineer for maritime transport, who studied Nautical Sciences. Peter Wölk has gained considerable industry insight throughout his career. First nautical experiences he collected on board of the "GORCH FOCK" of the German Navy, later also on commercial vessels. Prior joining bMC, he has been for nearly five years the Claims Director of Hanseatic Underwriters, a leading fixed premium P&I and FD&D provider. Prior to this he gained deep experience in maritime law as well as large casualty handling while first working as a maritime lawyer in a law office followed by more than six years working for a leading P&I correspondent. That followed he worked as Senior Operations Manager and Legal Consultant for a major international Flag State Administration.
Apart from his office duties, Peter Wölk regularly acts as lecturer e.g. at the Bucerius Education GmbH and the University of Applied Sciences in Bremen. He also acts as an arbitrator at the German Maritime Arbitration Association (GMAA) and is a member of the German Association for International Maritime Law (DVIS) and the German Society of Travel Law (DGfR).
Peter Wölk’s core competences include the combination of legal and nautical expert knowledge, large casualty handling, process and organisational development, risk assessment and analysis.
We welcome Peter Wölk in our team.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand has been appointed as consultant during the salvage operation of a bulk carrier (Andros, Greece)

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad has been appointed as consultant for the removal of two wrecks (India).

NOVEMBER 2016

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand has been appointed as SCR during the salvage operation of a bulk carrier (Cartagena, Colombia).

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad has been appointed as consultant for the removal of a wreck (China).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been appointed for the investigation of a crane damage (Brake, Germany).

OCTOBER 2016

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been publicly appointed and sworn by the Chamber of Commerce, Hamburg as expert for hull and machinery damages and ships valuations.

bMC’s Oliver Fowke has been appointed as Owner’s Rep. in order to prepare the ocean-going towage of laden LPG tanker (Buenos Aires, Argentina).

bMC’s has been appointed as consultants for a fuel removal operation off Yingkou (China).

SEPTEMBER 2016

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand has been appointed as SCR during the salvage operation of laden LPG tanker (Buenos Aires, Argentina).

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad has been appointed as consultant for the removal of two wrecks (Taiwan).

bMC’s Capt. Ajay Prasad has been appointed as consultant for the investigation of the root cause leading to the sinking of a barge and to attend the respective salvage operation (Singapore).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster has been appointed as Port Engineer on behalf of Owners to oversee the docking and repairs of a Ro/Ro ship (Dansk, Poland).

AUGUST 2016

bMC has been appointed by Time Charterers as casualty consultants during a cargo fire on board of a container ship (Hamburg, Germany).

bMC has been appointed by H&M Underwriters as technical consultants during the tow of a disabled tankers (Mediterranean).

JULY 2016

bMC(Sg)’s Capt. Ajay Prasad is appointed as expert by underwriters to investigate the origin of the contamination of oil products at the discharge port of a tanker (Thailand).

bMC has been appointed as technical consultants to investigate the main engine break down of a reefer ship (Turkey).

bMC is delighted to announce that Capt. Olaf Linnemann has joined the team and will fill in the role as Senior Consultant Marine & Offshore. Thanks to his many years’ experience in the heavy lift industry and in the salvage industry, Capt. Linnemann brings a wealth of knowledge. He has successfully carried out high-profile heavy lifts and salvage operations as project manager as well as salvage master including the wreck removal of the SMART off South Africa. He holds degrees in mechanical engineering and nautical science.

bMC has been appointed as experts to review and verify the cost of a salvage claim (Hamburg).

bMC has been appointed as technical consultants to review and verify the cost of engine repairs of a container ship (Hamburg).

bMC has been contracted to investigate the loss of an anchor (The Netherlands).

bMC has been appointed as experts to investigate the cause of a main engine break down of a container ship (Turkey).

JUNE 2016

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner, is mandated as Arbitrator in a Marine claims dispute (Hamburg, Germany).

bMC’s Oliver Fowke, Consultant, is appointed as Owner’s Representative during the salvage operation of a grounded bulker (Rio de la Plata, Argentina).

bMC is delighted to announce it has founded its first overseas office in Singapore. Capt. Ajay Prasad has joined the team and will take over the management of the Singapore branch as Managing Director & Partner. Thanks to his many years’ experience in the Salvage industry, Capt. Prasad brings a wealth of knowledge and has successfully carried out high-profile operations as Salvage Master and Project Manager. He holds and MBA from INSEAD and his keen commercial expertise and understanding of the Far Eastern Shipping market is sure to strengthen the global bMC team.

MAY 2016

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner, is contracted as a consultant to carry out an investigation on a bulker (Berneo, Spain).

bMC’s Dennis Brand (SCR), Managing Director, is appointed as Expert Witness to carry out an expert evaluation of a Wreck Removal operation (Fortaleza, Brazil).

bMC’S C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner, is contracted is contracted to investigate the collision of a vessel with a flood barrier (Greifswald, Germany).

APRIL 2016

The bMC Team is contracted as Expert Witnesses for the investigation of an offshore claim on behalf of a vessel’s owners (Hamburg, Germany).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner, is contracted as consultant to carry out a damage survey and to advise on repair costs for an offshore vessel (Hamburg, Germany).

The bMC Team is contracted as Consultants to investigate the lost tow and sinking of barges.

MARCH 2016

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR), Managing Director, is appointed as SCR during the salvage operation of a bulk carrier (Faux Cap, Madagascar).

bMC’s Oliver Fowke, Consultant, is appointed as Owner’s Representative to advise during the salvage operation of a bulk carrier (Faux Cap, Madagascar).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner, is contracted as consultant to run a root cause analysis for a main engine damage of a general cargo ship (Hamburg, Germany).

FEBRUARY 2016

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner, is contracted as consultant to carry out a damage survey and to advice on repair costs for an offshore vessel (Hamburg, Germany).

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR), Managing Director, is appointed as Salvage Consultant during a salvage operation of a jack-up barge (Hvide Sande, Denmark).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner, is contracted as consultant to carry out a damage survey and to advice on repair costs for an offshore vessel (Hamburg, Germany).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner, is contracted as consultant to carry out a damage survey and to advice on repair costs for an offshore vessel (Hamburg, Germany).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner, is contracted as consultant to carry out a damage survey and to advice on repair costs for an offshore vessel (Hamburg, Germany).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner, is contracted as consultant to carry out a root cause analysis for a main engine damage of a bulk carrier (Hamburg, Germany).

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR), Managing Partner, is appointed as SCR during a salvage operation of a jack-up barge (Hvide Sande, Denmark).

JANUARY 2016

The bMC Team is contracted as Consultants to investigate the capsizing of a ferry.

bMC signs an agreement to provide technical management services to a ship owner.

bMC’s Dennis Brand, Managing Director, is contracted as consultant to negotiate an alleged cargo claim (Chittagong, Bangladesh).

2015

DECEMBER 2015

bMC’s Dennis Brand, Managing Director, is contracted as consultant to advise on an emergency towage contract (offshore Canada)

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner, is contracted as consultant for the investigation and handling of a flooded engine room for a general cargo ship (Southampton, UK)

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner, is contracted as consultant to carry out a damage survey and to advise on repair costs (Dansk, Poland)

bMC’s Oliver Fowke, Consultant, is appointed to advise during an emergency response operation (offshore UK).

NOVEMBER 2015

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner is contracted as consultant for the investigation and handling of a damage of reefer ship in (Busan, Korea).

OCTOBER 2015

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR), Managing Partner is appointed as Senior Salvage Master during a salvage operation (Manzanillo, Mexico).

bMC’s Oliver Fowke, Consultant is appointed as Assistant Salvage Master during a salvage operation (Manzanillo, Mexico).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner is contracted as consultant for the investigation and handling of a damage of container ship (Algeciras, Spain).

SEPTEMBER 2015

bMC’s team is contracted as Expert Witnesses for the investigation of a cargo claim on behalf of vessel’s owners (Hamburg, Germany).

bMC’s team is contracted as Towage Consultants on behalf of H&M (London, UK).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner contracted as Engineer during sea trials of an LNG powered ship in the North Sea (Germany).

AUGUST 2015

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR), Managing Partner is appointed as SCR during a salvage operation (Kythira Island, Greece).

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR), Managing Partner is appointed as SCR during a salvage operation (Hodeida, Yemen).

bMC’s team is contracted to develop a mooring/anchoring plan for an offshore project (Hamburg, Germany).

JULY 2015

bMC proudly announce that Chief Eng. Else de Jong has joined its team as Associate Member. Else de Jong is domiciled near Rotterdam, the Netherlands and will work via our Hamburg office. Else de Jong holds a Degree as MBA and a BSc in Naval Sciences and Marine Engineering. He gained considerable industry insight throughout his career. Most recently he was employed as Salvage Master, Commercial Manager and Project Manager for a leading salvage organization. He has broad knowledge and experience in salvage and wreck removal, surveying and repairs as well as project and commercial management.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR), Managing Partner is appointed as surveyor on behalf of H&M underwriters for the investigation of a warranty claim on a container vessel’s machinery (Hamburg, Germany)

bMC is appointed as surveyor for the investigation of a major project cargo damage (Aksai, Kazakhstan)

JUNE 2015

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR), Managing Partner is appointed as SCR during a salvage operation off Mumbai, India.

bMC’s Heiko Foerster, Partner is contracted as a consultant on behalf of the owners for the evaluation of the damage a car carrier sustained during a fire on board (North Sea)

bMC’s team is contracted as Expert Witnesses for the investigation of a major heavy lift cargo claim on behalf of vessel’s owners (Hamburg, Germany)

MAY 2015

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner is contracted as a consultant for the investigation of a main engine failure of a container vessel (Hamburg, Germany).

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR), Managing Partner is contracted as a salvage consultant responding to a casualty of a jack-up rig in an oil field on behalf of H&M Underwriters (Gulf of Mexico).

bMC’s Capt. Claas-Heye Diekmann, Director Operations is contracted as consultant for an ISM gap analysis for a Mega Yacht (Mediterranean).

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand (SCR), Managing Partner is contracted as a salvage consultant responding to a casualty of a MPP vessel on behalf of H&M Underwriters and the P&I Club (North Sea).

APRIL 2015

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner is contracted as a consultant for the investigation and handling of a collision damage (Hamburg, Germany).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner is contracted as a consultant for the investigation of heavy whether damages to a MPP Vessel (Mediterranean).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner is contracted as a consultant for the condition survey and valuation of an offshore construction vessel (Barth, Germany).

MARCH 2015

bMC proudly announce that Capt. Claas-Heye Diekmann will join its team as Director Operations based in Hamburg on 1st April. As a member of the company’s management, he will shape strategic, operational and commercial business activities and initiatives for bMC around the world. Further he is tasked with transforming bMC from being a start-up company to a sustainable growing enterprise as we continue our exciting path of international expansion and growth.

Capt. Diekmann has gained considerable industry insight throughout his career. Prior joining bMC, he has been heading the Quality Assurance & HSSE department at E.R. Schiffahrt GmbH & Cie. KG, a leading bulk and container ship owner and manager. Capt. Diekmann also has extensive sailing experience, having worked for major ship owners and managers such as NSB, Hapag-Lloyd and Peter Döhle.

After having completed his apprenticeship as ship mechanic, Capt. Diekmann studied Nautical Sciences at the University of Applied Sciences in Bremen, leading to his qualification as an industrial engineer and master mariner. In addition, he completed a two year’s full study master program in business psychology.

Capt. Diekmann’s core competences include process and organisational development, risk assessment and analysis, auditing and quality management. We welcome Claas-Heye Diekmann to our team.

FEBRUARY 2015

After a successful start in 2014 with 22 projects, bMC is proud to announce of having hit the 10 project mark within the first two months of 2015.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand, Partner is contracted as an Expert Witness dealing with an offshore claim, Edinburgh (Scotland).

bMC supported its clients in successfully refloating a 100m barge fully laden with rocks off Doha (Qatar). The scope of work included investigation, contract negotiations, supervision during the project including liaising with the relevant authorities and dealing with the aftermaths.

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner is contracted as consultant for the investigation and handling of a damage of an inland water tanker in Bremerhaven (Germany)

JANUAR 2015

bMC has been contracted to carry out a feasibility study for an Offshore-Supply-Ship.
bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner is contracted as consultant for the investigation of an offshore construction claim.

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner is contracted as Expert for the purchase survey of an Offshore-Supply-Ship.

bMC proudly announced today that Capt. Jean-Gabriel Tridon has joined its team as Associate Member. The mariner is domiciled near Sant-Nazaire (France) and will work via our Hamburg office.

Capt. Tridon holds a degree in Nautical Science as well as a degree in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering. He has gained considerable industry insight throughout his career. He has worked as staff expert for a leading claims handling organization as well as construction manager and dock operation coordinator for a ship yard. Capt. Tridon has broad knowledge in ship construction, repair, claims investigation as well as in surveying.

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner is contracted as consultant for the investigation and handling of a damage of an inland water tanker in Minden (Germany).

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand, Managing Partner / SCR is appointed as consultant for the handling of a major marine casualty.

2014

DECEMBER 2014

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand, Managing Partner / SCR is appointed as Consultant during a salvage operation in Doha (Qatar).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner is contracted as consultant for the investigation and handling of a damage of an inland water tanker in Hamburg (Germany).

NOVEMBER 2014

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner was contracted as Engineer during sea trials of an offshore construction ship in the North Sea (Germany).

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand, Managing Partner / SCR provided expert advice during a cargo recovery operation in the North Sea (The Netherlands).

OKTOBER 2014

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand, Managing Partner / SCR was appointed as SCR during a salvage operation in The Netherlands.

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner is contracted as consultant for the investigation and handling of a damage of an offshore construction claim (Germany).

We are proud to announce that approximately 70 guest have attend our housewarming party. It was great fun meeting so many good friends, clients and partners!

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner is contracted as consultant for the investigation and handling of a damage of an inland water tanker in Hamburg (Germany).

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner is contracted as consultant for the investigation and handling of a damage of an inland water tanker in Bremerhaven (Germany).

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand, Managing Partner / SCR is contracted as Expert for the purchase survey of an Offshore-Supply-Ship.

SEPTEMBER 2014

bMC proudly announced today that Capt. Konstantin Boroffka has joined its team as Associate Member. The veteran mariner is domiciled in Kiel (Germany) and will work in our Hamburg office. Capt. Boroffka has gained considerable industry insight throughout his career. He has worked as warranty surveyor for all type of ocean going transports and heavy lift operations (on- and offshore) as well as staff expert for a leading claims handling organization. Furthermore, he was the Marine Risk Control Manager Europe for a leading insurance company. Capt. Boroffka has broad knowledge in offshore operations, cargo surveying, claims investigation as well as in salvage operations.

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner is contracted as consultant for the investigation and handling of a marine claim in Shidao (P.R. of China).

AUGUST 2014

The crew at brand MARINE CONSULTANTS is pleased to announce that bMC has been allowed to sponsor the Peter Gast Schiffahrtsregatta 2014. Please visit us at our bar during this exciting event!

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner is contracted as consultant for the investigation and handling of a marine claim in Chittagong (Bangladesh).

bMC’s Capt. Cornelius Bockermann, Associate Member has been contracted to support its clients during a salvage operation in the Baltic Sea.

bMC’s C/E Heiko Förster, Partner has been contracted to carry out an investigation of a casualty in the Baltic Sea.

JULY 2014

bMC’s C/E Heiko Foerster, Partner is contracted as consultant for the handling of an offshore claim in the North Sea.

bMC’s Capt. Dennis Brand, Managing Partner / SCR is contracted as Expert Witness during a court case in Germany.

JUNE 2014

bMC has proudly announced today that C/E Heiko Förster has joined its team as partner. Heiko is a leading casualty expert. He holds a degree in marine engineering as well as in mechanical engineering. Furthermore, he is an unlimited Chief Engineer with ocean going experience and has spent the last 7 years as staff consultant with a global operating claims management organization where he was involved in hundreds of surveys, claims and casualties on a global basis. In addition, he has worked as Site Manager during new building projects in South Korea.
Heiko is based in Hamburg (Germany) and will travel and work globally.

bMC announced today that Capt. Cornelius Bockermann has joined its team as associate member, Australia and Asia. The veteran mariner, who started his career at sea over 30 years ago, is domiciled in Cairns Australia and will oversee the company’s business and operational activities in Australia and Southeast Asia.
Capt. Bockermann has gained considerable industry insight throughout his career. He has worked over 20 years in West Africa running offshore, salvage and diving companies and was involved in dealings with serious maritime disasters and vessel casualties. In addition Capt. Bockermann brings wide knowledge and experience in heavy lift operations both on- and offshore.

MAY 2014

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand, Managing Partner / SCR was recently interviewed by MunichRe’s magazine TOPICS/SCHADENSPIEGEL (issue 01/2014) about wreck removal operations. The magazine can be found online.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand, Managing Partner has been appointed as Owner’s Representative in order to respond to a casualty in Angola.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand, Managing Partner has been appointed as SCR in order to respond to a casualty in Angola.

bMC was contracted as technical consultant on a wreck removal, in Germany.

APRIL 2014

brand MARINE CONSULTANTS GmbH is now an Associate Member of the International Salvage Union.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand, Managing Partner / SCR, is scheduled to speak on a panel about salvage operations at the Aon Risk Solutions’ in-house seminar. The event is scheduled for May 2014, in Hamburg.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand, Managing Partner / SCR, is scheduled to speak on a panel about salvage operations at the Reederei Thomas Schulte in-house training. The event is scheduled for May 2014, in Hamburg.

MARCH 2014

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand, Managing Partner has been appointed as Owner’s Representative in order to respond to a casualty in Newfoundland, Canada.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand, Managing Partner has been appointed as SCR in order to respond to a casualty in Newfoundland, Canada.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand, Managing Partner / SCR, is scheduled to speak on a panel about barge operations at the GDV Loss Prevention Conference 2014. The event is scheduled for 01 till 04 June 2014, in Hamburg.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand, Managing Partner / SCR, is scheduled to speak on a panel about wreck removal operations at the Lion’s Club monthly meeting. The event is scheduled for May 2014, in Uelzen.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand, Managing Partner / SCR, spoke on a panel about mega carrier salvage at the NVzB (Nautical Association Bremen) monthly meeting. The event took place on 12 March, in Bremen.

bMC was contracted as technical consultant on a marine collision case in March, in Germany.

FEBRUARY 2014

bMC supported its clients in handling of a marine claim in February, in Mozambique.

bMC gave technical support and advice on an offshore project in February, in Germany.

JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2014

bMC gave technical support to its clients during an insurance project in January/February, in The Netherlands.

JANUARY 2014

bMC supported its clients in handling of an offshore claim in January, in the Netherlands.

bMC’s Captain Dennis Brand, Managing Partner / SCR, spoke on a panel about salvage operations at the AGRO (Association of Reserve Officers) monthly meeting 2014. The event took place on 10 January, in Lueneburg.

 

„Many thanks to you and your team for the very professional and prompt cooperation on this matter. It is a pleasure working with you.”

DR. ECKEHARD VOLZ
Partner, Rechtsanwalt
Clyde & Co