ARES Shipping is fully aware that safe navigation is a fundamental requirement for the protection of human life, vessel safety, cargo integrity and the environment.
In this regard, the Company adopts as a core policy the strict compliance of all shipboard personnel with the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREG) and the provisions of the ICS Bridge Procedures Guide. The Company's operational instructions are designed to reinforce these principles and to ensure the effective implementation of all control, communication, coordination and management processes required for safe navigation.
Within this framework, ARES Shipping ensures the consistent application of the following key practices:
- Proper allocation of bridge watchkeeping duties and clear definition of responsibilities,
- Thorough voyage planning and execution of navigation in accordance with the approved voyage plan,
- Regular and correct use of checklists supporting navigational safety,
- Continuous updating of nautical charts and navigational publications,
- Maintaining navigational equipment as well as main and auxiliary machinery in proper and operational condition,
- Accurate assessment of draft, shallow water considerations and under-keel clearance requirements,
- Compliance with position reporting procedures applicable to the trading areas,
- Recording and monitoring of incidents and events occurring during voyages,
- Ensuring effective orientation, training and adaptation processes during crew changes,
- Regular identification and fulfillment of training needs related to navigational safety,
- Providing necessary guidance and instructions to personnel regarding emergency procedures.
ARES Shipping is committed to providing all necessary resources to ensure that navigation is conducted in accordance with international safety standards and that all personnel act in line with a professional safety culture.