Description

Operation and Maintenance of Machinery in Motorships

Operation and Maintenance of Machinery in Motorships is a comprehensive book on the operation and maintenance of machinery designed to support marine engineers in managing ship propulsion systems, auxiliary machinery, and onboard engineering operations.

The marine machinery operation and maintenance book provides detailed guidance on the operation and upkeep of key shipboard systems, including main propulsion, auxiliary machinery, boilers, and electrical equipment. It helps engineers understand system performance, maintenance routines, and operational best practices.

This publication also addresses environmental and regulatory considerations, including compliance with standards set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), particularly regarding waste management and pollution prevention under MARPOL.

Why This Marine Machinery Operation and Maintenance Book is Essential

Efficient operation and maintenance of machinery are critical to vessel safety and performance. This book explains modern engine developments, maintenance strategies, and system management, helping engineers adapt to evolving ship technologies.

For deeper technical understanding, this book works effectively alongside Practical Marine Electrical Knowledge – Fourth Edition, Troubleshooting Marine Switchgears and Controls, and Motor Starters and Controls for Marine Gears.

It also complements regulatory and fuel-related guidance such as IMO 2020: Consistent Implementation of MARPOL Annex VI and Marine Fuels: Preventing Claims and Disputes, with additional engineering publications available in the engineering department collection.

Who Should Read This Marine Machinery Operation and Maintenance Book?

This book is ideal for marine engineers, chief engineers, engineering cadets, and technical personnel responsible for ship machinery operation and maintenance.

Whether used for onboard reference or professional development, this guide provides essential knowledge to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant engineering operations.

While this book is intended to give guidance, reference must also be made to the equipment manufacturer’s operation and maintenance manuals. The chapter on electrical machinery sets out guidelines for electrical maintenance and is particularly important on ships that do not carry electricians. 

Changes to shipboard practice have been required to ensure compliance with the MARPOL Convention concerning pollution prevention and environmental protection. The crew must be aware of the regulations concerning the disposal of wastes, including bilge water, sludge, sewage, garbage and emissions, which are discussed in Chapter 6. 

Operation and Maintenance of Machinery Book Contents Listing:

Acknowledgement

Introduction

1. Machinery Arrangements

2. Main Propulsion Machinery – Operation and Maintenance

3. Auxiliary Machinery

4. Boilers and Boiler Water Treatment

5. Electrical Machinery

6. Waste Treatment and Disposal

List of Abbreviations

Table of Conversions

Index