Bow Singapore’s planned maintenance system for the steering gear did not include or contain any schedules for detailed inspections or parts replacement.
The action taken by Odfjell Management will significantly reduce the likelihood of an unexpected steering gear component failure.
Following the incident, Odfjell Management introduced 3 and 6 month job entries into their planned maintenance system for the inspection and testing of the steering gear unit. The 6‑monthly schedule included specific requirements relating to preventative maintenance of the steering gear solenoid valve.
