Guidelines for the management of DP system network storms

  • Recommended Practice
  • Revision 0.1 - February 2024

This document provides guidelines for managing network storms in Dynamic Positioning (DP) systems, emphasising the importance of redundancy, monitoring, and mitigation strategies.

Contents

  • Introduction 

  • Abbreviations and Definitions 

  • Virtual Fault Propagation Paths 

  • Faults on Data Networks 

  • Addressing Network Vulnerabilities 

  • Competency Profiles 

  • Testing 

  • Practical Considerations for DP Vessels in Service 

  • Key Points 

  • Common Misconceptions 

  • References 

  • Appendix 1 - Real World Testing 

  • Appendix 2 - Example Test Scenario 

  • Appendix 3 - Serial Data Communication Systems


Revision

  • Rev. - September 2022