API MPMS 17.9-ed.3

Annotation of standard text API MPMS 17.9-ed.3 :

API MPMS 17.9, 3rd Edition, July 2019 - MANUAL OF PETROLEUM MEASUREMENT STANDARDS CHAPTER 17.9 - VESSEL EXPERIENCE FACTOR (VEF) - EL HYDROCARBON MANAGEMENT HM 49

This standard provides a recommended practice for the calculation and application of a vessel experience factor (VEF). This standard provides guidelines for data compilation, data maintenance, data validation, and recommendations on the appropriate use of a VEF involving marine vessels.

It also provides instruction for parcel tankers, compartmental VEFs, and vessel-to-vessel transfers. The methods are applicable to liquid bulk cargoes including crude oil, petroleum products, chemicals, and liquid petroleum gases.