Ship risk analysis, particularly for vessels with decarbonized or innovative propulsion systems, is essential for identifying potential risks and failures. This process ensures the acceptability and operability of eco-friendly, high-performance and innovative ships.
Innovation in the maritime sector is accelerating with the integration of new technologies such as batteries, hydrogen, e-fuels, innovative propulsion systems, and autonomous navigation solutions. While these advancements significantly reduce the environmental impact of vessels, they also introduce challenges in terms of safety and regulatory compliance. In this context, ship risk analysis has become a crucial step in identifying potential hazards, anticipating failures, and securing the necessary approvals for the operation of these new solutions. When existing regulations do not yet cover certain technologies, or when project-specific constraints require a tailored approach, these analyses serve as a strategic tool within a framework known as “Alternative Design.”
Expertise at the core of blue economy decarbonization
NepTech has developed expertise in ship risk analysis to support its clients and partners in implementing maritime and inland waterway projects. These analyses help anticipate and mitigate potential failures that could impact the safety, performance, and compliance of vessels.
Proven risk analysis methodologies:
There are several risk analysis methods adapted to different project contexts and stages of development. NepTech offers a comprehensive portfolio of methodologies, including:
• PHA (Preliminary Hazard Analysis): A preliminary hazard identification process.
• FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis): A method for identifying potential system failures, assessing their effects, and proposing corrective actions to reduce risks. The reference FMEA procedure used by classification societies follows military standard MIL-STD-1629.
• HAZID (Hazard Identification): A qualitative approach conducted at the early project stage to identify major hazards related to safety, environmental impact, or health risks. The HAZID methodology commonly applied follows the IEC 31010:2019 standard.
• HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study): A study aimed at identifying potential deviations during the detailed engineering phase or before commissioning.
Commitment to safer and more efficient ships
Ship risk analysis is an essential component of NepTech’s innovation-driven approach. By integrating these methodologies into its projects, NepTech strengthens its commitment to deploying innovative and environmentally friendly maritime and inland waterway solutions that are safer, more efficient, and fully compliant with regulatory requirements.
NepTech has notably conducted a risk analysis study for the integration of battery systems into an electric propulsion vessel, ensuring compliance with Bureau Veritas regulations (NR467 – Section F – Chapter 14). The objective was to identify and assess hazards related to the integration of batteries on board a 100% electric passenger vessel and to analyze failure modes in operation.
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