IEC/IEEE International Standard - Utility connections in port -- Part 1: High voltage shore connection (HVSC) systems -- General requirements

For a variety of reasons, including environmental considerations, it is becoming an increasingly common requirement for ships to shut down ship generators and to connect to shore power for as long as practicable during stays in port. The scenario of receiving electrical power and other utilities from shore is historically known as "cold ironing". The intention of this part of IEC/IEEE 80005 is to define requirements that support, with the application of suitable operating practices, efficiency and safety of connections by compliant ships to compliant high-voltage shore power supplies through a compatible shore-to-ship connection. With the support of sufficient planning, cooperation between ship and terminal facilities, and appropriate operating procedures and assessment, compliance with the requirements of this document is intended to allow different ships to connect to high-voltage shore connections (HVSC) at different berths. This provides the benefits of standard, straightforward connection without the need for adaptation and adjustment at different locations that can satisfy the requirement to connect for as long as practicable during stays in port. Ships that do not apply this document can find it impossible to connect to compliant shore supplies. Where deviations from this document are considered, it is useful to note the effects of such deviations in the compatibility study. Where the requirements and recommendations of this document are complied with, highvoltage shore supplies arrangements are likely to be compatible for visiting ships for connection.