The guidelines provide an overview of the services that RINA can provide to ship owners during the entire lay-up process, and useful information on how to choose the most suitable location for laying up a ship.
Dino Cervetto, Manager of the Technical Function of RINA’s Marine Division, said: “As a result of the global economic crisis, and the consequent downturn in the freight markets over the past year, a number of owners have decided to take their ships out of service, and in particular to place them in lay-up.
“Lay-up can be a complex process. It requires proper planning which covers everything from flag administration requirements to important technical and maintenance issues. It is also essential to define the lay-up period and to choose the best lay-up location available. RINA’s guidelines are designed to help owners with the whole process, and to ensure that nothing is left to chance,” he added.