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Feb 03, 2010 Intertanko's Terminal Vetting Database broadens its access Access to Intetanko's Terminal Vetting Database (TVD) is now available to those who are not members or associate members of its Association.

The TVD will now be accessible to those who are tanker owners/operators, terminal owners/operators, PSC authorities and others with a legitimate interest in improving safety.

Access to the database continues to remain free of charge, although access still requires agreement and compliance with the TVD's terms and conditions of use.

Intertanko established its Terminal Vetting Database (TVD) in 2004 when, together with a group of Intertanko Members, Intertanko completed the test phase of a terminal vetting pilot project and created a database which could accommodate reports on tanker terminals world-wide for the benefit of its Members and Associate Members.

Historically, access to the TVD had been restricted to Intertanko Members and Associate Members. However in view of the demands by many in the industry for access, and following an internal review by Intertanko's Vetting Committee's TVD working Group (chaired by Captain John Hill of Heidmar Inc), the TVD is now more widely available.

The TVD has gone from strength to strength since its inception, with a recent upgrade in its format making its operating style similar to the SIRE and CDI systems, so that if a ship reports a poor rating (a score of 2 or less out 5) for any of the 12 scored items:
   - The terminal is automatically notified and asked to directly address that item and to provide "Terminal Comments" within 30 days for entry into the TVD
   - A "Low Score Alert" is sent to Intertanko and to the Chairman of the TVD Working Group.




Intermodal transportation: The next wave?Holidays are almost over, for those lucky enough to go on vacation. I spent my time away from the sea, and well above sea level. Just for reassurance. As you might know, the majority of Dutch grounds are below sea level (about 65%), and we keep dry feet by pumping water. Without that, we would build our sandcastle around "Amersfoort at the Sea" (a city some 80km inland). However, spending time in the Alps, some 800m above sea level, my rectangular box driven mind did not come to a complete standstill, wondering about hinterland transportation.
New Strategy & Development Director appointed at Dunkerque PortJean-Frédéric Laurent has just been appointed Strategy and Development Director of Dunkerque Port, replacing Pierre Joly on his retirement. He is 41.

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