PDB-06-006 bunker business (1)

Case 1: Illegal selling of fuel
WHEN: 24.04.2018
WHERE: THAILAND

What happened?
Sludge discharge was scheduled
CENG wanted to overflow settling tank to collect the sludge in the overflow tank
Extra fuel illegally sold to sludge man
Brought hose and pump to extract fuel from the tank
Receiver came to collect sludge
CENG shared the money with crew

What have we learnt?
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Involved crew jeopardized their career and future employment
Follow the rules and regulations regarding Marpol
Owners informed immediately by 2ENG
Do not withhold any information within yourself but instead report it
Owners and Marlow arranged inspection at next port
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Remain alert & gather/collect evidence when events as such occur
NOT BEEING A WHISTLEBLOWER MAKES YOU PART OF ILLEGAL ACTIVITY

Be a “Whistle-Blower”
We strongly encourage you to report any suspicious activities on board
Do not be afraid to report crew members even that are your superiors
ALL REPORTS ARE ACTED UPON, INVESTIGATED, AND ARE TREATED CONFIDENTIALLY

Outcome for “Whistle Blower”