Investigation of the Best Solution Proposals for Reducing SIRE VIQ Inspection Observations Utilizing Fuzzy TOPSIS Integrated Fuzzy DEMATEL Approach at OilChemical Tankers

Abstract

A significant portion of seaborne transportation is carried out by tankers. While offering huge volumes of carrying capacity, due to the characteristics of the cargoes they carry, the reliability and environment friendliness of the tanker fleets need to be maintained to ensure safe and reliable transportation without harming human life and the environment. This forms the basis of additional inspection mechanisms to keep tanker ships operationally safe. Ship Inspection Report (SIRE) programme Vessel Inspection Questionnaires (VIQ) inspections form one of the additional inspections complementing the regular Flag State and Port State Inspections. By consulting tanker crew and inspectors as field experts, this study utilizes a quantitative method to propose an approach for minimizing the most observed remarks of SIRE VIQ inspections. The study first classifies the remarks using the Fuzzy DEMATEL approach and further obtains the best possible solution suggestions via the Fuzzy TOPSIS method. The study also offers a complementary choice to add to the existing inspection routine.

Keywords

• Ship Inspection Report
• Vessel Inspection Questionnaires
• Safety Management
• Maritime Safety Policy

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