LR and DYNAMARINe join forces to strengthen safety and assurance in ship-to-ship transfer operations

Lloyd’s Register (LR) has entered into a strategic collaboration with DYNAMARINe to deliver an independent auditing scheme for ship-to-ship (STS) service providers.

Under the agreement, LR’s auditors will assess STS service providers against the quality and safety standards established by OCIMF Guidelines and risk data and records of DYNAMARINe. The resulting audit reports will be reviewed and evaluated by DYNAMARINe, which will then issue a final assessment and performance score to each participating provider. This collaborative approach aims to create a consistent and trusted framework for verifying the competence and reliability of STS operators worldwide.

This initiative directly supports the objectives of the recently updated OCIMF STS Guide, which calls for independent verification of service providers’ self-assessments. It also represents a significant step towards reducing the duplication of audits across the energy sector, paving the way for a standardised assurance model similar to SIRE, specifically tailored for STS service providers.

Ehud Bar-Lev, Business Development Manager, LR, said:“This partnership with DYNAMARINe marks an important step in our continued work to strengthen safety and sustainability in shipboard operations. By combining LR’s auditing expertise with DYNAMARINe’s recognised technical leadership, we are helping both energy companies and service providers operate with greater confidence, accountability and shared commitment to excellence.”

Dr Alexandros Glykas, Managing Director of DYNAMARINe, said:“Our collaboration with Lloyd’s Register reflects a shared vision to elevate safety and environmental responsibility in STS transfers. By working together, we can provide STS assurance to tanker operators and energy companies, while recognising the efforts of providers who continuously strive to improve their standards.”

This agreement marks the first time an IACS member has been directly involved in auditing STS service providers, reinforcing LR’s position at the forefront of maritime safety and assurance. It also reflects LR’s strategic focus on expanding its advisory and risk management services into new operational areas that demand independent verification and trust.