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The Association compiled its update from a number of sources, but would like to thank Intertanko for continuing to provide a close follow up to MEPC related issues to its members. The developments Shipowners the world over will have been keenly following the developments at the IMO's 67th meeting of its MEPC (the Mari
The situation Members will be aware that Sierra Leone is one of the countries presently affected by the outbreak of the Ebola virus, but it is also a country that saw (until the outbreak became very serious) a significant development in its mining industry and particularly the export of iron ore. This cargo being of s
It has been an unwelcome part of the containerisation of shipping that the unscrupulous have exploited this (otherwise very positive) development to ship all manner of contraband, and even smuggle people. Recent events in Manila, the Philippines, have thrown a spot light on the problem of mis-declaration of container
Search for ships currently entered in the London P&I Club by their name or I M O number Search Search for correspondents in our global network by country/area or port/city Search West Africa – Ebola Update 27 October 2014 Members will already be aware of the risk of, and the precautions to be taken against, the spr
Home News and Resources News News 22 Oct, 2014 SOLAS - Amendments to the IMDG Code (Amendment 37-14) In May 2014 IMO’s Maritime Safety Committee adopted the amendments to the IMDG Code contained in Resolution MSC. 372(93) Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code.
NMI student James Scott brought his guitar in and showed off his skills at lunch.
The development Members will no doubt be keenly following developments at the MEPC 67 in London as there are important matters being discussed which will have a real bottom line effect. A detailed update on MEPC 67 will be published separately, but for the moment members are asked to note that as widely expected Japan
Circular issued by International Group clubs On 14 April 2014 the Nairobi International Convention on the Removal of Wrecks 2007 ("the Convention") achieved the requisite number of ratifications (10) triggering the entry into force conditions. The Convention will enter into force in State Parties on 14 April 2015.
The Association is grateful to Kroll in Hong Kong for co-operating in the production of this update for members. The development Members will no doubt have read about the increasing risk of fraud and crime facing the shipping industry and new technologies open up new opportunities for the criminal element to pursue th
Home News and Resources News News 17 Oct, 2014 SOLAS - Amendments to the IMSBC Code (Amendment 02-13) - Reminder In June 2013 the IMO Maritime Safety Committee adopted Resolution MSC. 354(92) specifying amendments to the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code.
An inflatable liferaft was donated to Northeast Maritime Institute and Capt. Bob Glover used the opportunity to show students what happens when the raft inflates and what is inside.
An overview of how Day of the Seafarer 2014 was celebrated around the world for its fourth edition.
The Association is grateful to Messrs. Morrison & Forester LLP for contributing to this update.
As of 1 August 2014, new tax regulations have come in to force in China with respect to hire, freight and other related charges. Since then, a large number of members have contacted the Association seeking further clarification on this new and potentially complex issue.
Emergency Contact The Shipowners’ Club announces ‘nil’ general increase at next renewal as half yearly results strengthen the Club’s finances Home Latest updates News The Shipowners’ Club announces ‘nil’ general increase at next renewal as half yearly results strengthen the Club’s finances 14 Oct 2014 Download Sign up
The Association is grateful to Muñoz & Montañés Abogados in Valencia for contributing to this update. The development Members who trade to and from Spain, whether on a regular basis or on an occasional ad hoc voyage, will be interested to learn of the new Spanish Shipping Act 2014 which came in to force at the end
The development Members will be aware of the challenging situation with respect to making successful customs declarations in Ukraine, and thereby avoiding otherwise very significant fines. The latest information received is that customs in the Nikolaev Sea Port have begun a very rigorous inspection campaign that has a
Owners and charterers alike will know that there may be substantial delays between the time of arrival at load or discharge port and the time when free pratique is being granted. An owner who has completed a voyage and presented its ship for the charterer's disposal at a load or discharge port will, unsurprisingly, ha
Home News and Resources News News 07 Oct, 2014 Ukraine - Fines for Customs Declaration Discrepancies Club correspondents Dias Marine Consulting PC, Odessa have advised that there has been an increase in the number of vessels in Nikolaev port being fined for having more fuel oil on board than stated in the vessel’s cust
Search for ships currently entered in the London P&I Club by their name or I M O number Search Search for correspondents in our global network by country/area or port/city Search Ukraine – Customs fines at Nikolaev 7 October 2014 The Correspondent in Ukraine, Dias Marine Consulting, has indicated that disproportion
Emergency Contact Ebola virus disease (EVD) Home Latest updates Publications Ebola virus disease (EVD) 7 Oct 2014 Download page as PDF Sign up for alerts Ebola virus disease (EVD) causes an acute and serious illness and is often fatal if left untreated. EVD is having a devastating impact on countries that have recentl
The development Correspondent lawyers Phelps Dunbar have reported on a significant US legal decision with respect to the position of Jones Act seamen and personal injury claims. Particularly it has been held that Jones Act seamen cannot recover punitive damages for their vessel owner / employer's breach of its general
Home News and Resources News News 03 Oct, 2014 Piracy - Updated Gulf of Guinea Piracy Guidelines Published Translations: Vietnamese In January 2013 a number of key industry organisations including the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), BIMCO, Intertanko and Intercargo produced “Interim Guidelines for Owner