Example redundancy concept and annual DP trials for vessels of IMO DP class 2 & 3

  • Recommended Practice
  • Revision 1.1 - November 2021

This document provides comprehensive guidelines and examples for conducting annual Dynamic Positioning (DP) trials for vessels classified under IMO DP Class 2 and 3. It covers the redundancy concept, system configurations, and specific tests to ensure the reliability and safety of the DP systems.

Contents

  • Abbreviations

  • Introduction

  • Vessel overview

  • Engines and auxiliary services

  • Power generation

  • Power distribution

  • Power management system

  • Vessel management system

  • Thrusters

  • DP control system

  • Safety systems

  • Overview of tests created by analysis of redundancy concept

  • References

  • Appendix A: Example annual DP trials report

  • Appendix B: Example trials summary letter


Revision

  • Rev. 1.1 - December 2023
    Page 2, layout (bookmarking) updated; no change to technical content
  • Rev. 1 - November 2021
    Revised in line with industry best practice
  • Rev. - October 2014
    Initial publication