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Ticking boxes won’t save you in a MARPOL dispute

Brookes Bell Partner and Marine Engineer Chris Dyson advises ship owners on how best to protect their vessels against one of the shipping industry’s potentially most costly uninsured liabilities: http://bit.ly/1VIl0tW

Date
21/04/2016
Andrew Kingshott

01/04/2026

Meet the Team: Andrew Kingshott

Andrew Kingshott’s career in marine engineering began with an interest in the Royal Navy and electronic engineering studies, leading him to the Merchant Navy cadetship with Maersk and experience in offshore oil and gas, where hands-on work shaped his problem-solving approach; he later transitioned to consulting engineering roles with Charles Taylor and Brookes Bell, focusing on marine engineering surveys and investigations, valuing practical experience and multidisciplinary collaboration to assist clients with complex technical and claims-related matters.
Engine room

01/04/2026

How Technology Is Changing Engineering Investigations

Engineering investigations have evolved with increased data availability and complex technology, emphasizing that while digital tools and remote surveys aid investigations, physical presence and experienced judgment remain essential to interpret subtle signs and complex system interactions, with future potential in real-time monitoring for early issue detection.
Engine room of a ship

01/04/2026

Engineering Judgement When the Answer Isn’t Clear

Engineering claims investigations begin with uncertainty and incomplete evidence, requiring preservation of damaged components and an open, evidence-based approach to evaluate all possible causes collaboratively, considering operational context and human factors to form reasoned judgements based on the balance of probabilities rather than assumptions or early conclusions.
Construction Order Placed For Autonomous, Wind‑Powered Cargo Vessel

02/03/2026

Construction Order Placed For Autonomous, Wind‑Powered Cargo Vessel

Clippership, a California-based maritime robotics startup, has completed RINA‑classed designs for its first vessel, a 24‑metre autonomous, wind‑powered cargo ship aimed at serving small shippers.