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The Association has had reference to ATSB Report 37-MO-2014-002 when preparing this advisory. The situation Lifeboat drills have presented and continue to present challenges and risks, which need to be understood and appropriately managed.
The situation Members will be aware that traversing the busy waters of the Malacca and Singapore Straits can prove to be challenging, even for experienced masters and crew. Over the years, a number of significant shipping casualties have occurred in and around this region, including matters so significant that they re
Home News and Resources News News 24 Jun, 2014 Ukraine - New Legislation Affecting Vessels Arriving from Ports in Crimea Club correspondents Dias Marine Consulting PC, Odessa have reported that the Ukrainian government has enacted new legislation regarding the Crimean region which it considers to be temporarily occupie
The situation Members will be aware of the continuing and developing situation affecting the country of Ukraine, particularly with regards to the status of the region of the Crimea. The Association has learned that there may now be issues with respect to calls at Ukrainian ports after a call at a port in the Crimean r
The Association is grateful to Aage Krogh, Pia Mark and Lisa Brændstrup of IUNO, Denmark for sharing this legal news with the Association and its members. Prepared with the assistance of Skuld Copenhagen.
Without Prejudice ... These two words are often used when parties are discussing their respective positions, especially if a claim has arisen, or may arise, yet their actual legal meaning may not always be fully appreciated.
Home News and Resources News News 23 Jun, 2014 USA - Port Security Advisory (2-14) The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has recently published an updated Port Security Advisory (2-14) , adding Nigeria to the list of countries where the USCG has determined that a number of ports and terminals do not have effective anti-
The Association has had reference to the circular 2014-002 issued by the Department of Marine Services and Merchant Shipping of Antigua and Barbuda. The development Members flying the flag of Antigua and Barbuda are asked to note that the Maritime Administration has decided to undertake an early implementation o
Ships call at ports the world over since ancient times, and as such they can be exposed to many different local environments and situations. These can include calling at ports and countries where communicable diseases are present, and as such the crew may be at risk of contracting such diseases or indeed become carrie
Translations: Chinese Vietnamese Dear Sirs,European Union Sanctions in respect of Crimea and Sevastopol - COUNCIL REGULATION (EU) No 692/2014 of 23 June 2014 c
Home News and Resources News News 20 Jun, 2014 USA - Vessel General Permit - Frequently Asked Questions In December 2013 Members were advised in Notice to Members No. 24 2013/2014 that the second issuance of the Vessel General Permit (VGP) would enter into force in the United States on 19 December 2013.
Home News and Resources News News 20 Jun, 2014 Nigeria - Employment of Armed Guards A few weeks ago a vessel sailing within Nigerian territorial waters was arrested by the Nigerian Navy for employing armed guards provided by the Nigerian Police. It would appear that there are complicated and unresolved jurisdictional
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On 25th June every year, Day of the Seafarer celebrates the vital yet often hidden work done by seafarers to transport goods and commodities all around the globe. The film illustrates the unseen connections between those who serve at sea and the things we take for granted in our everyday lives.
Every year pilots are injured and even killed while boarding and disembarking vessels. Such events are not only traumatic, but also come with the consequence of legal liabilities to the vessel.
Members shall be aware that a disagreement is going on between the Nigerian navy and the Nigerian marine police. The Nigerian navy has started to detain/arrest vessels with armed guards on board even provided by the Nigerian marine police.
The Association is grateful to Messrs. Lax & Co for contributing the following case note for members' reference.
Members will no doubt be following the progress of the Ballast Water Convention's ratification, which at present includes 40 states estimated to cover 30. 25% of the world's tonnage.
The situation Members should note that the Department of Homeland Security / United States Coast Guard (USCG) have imposed Conditions of Entry for vessels arriving in the United States following calls at certain Nigerian ports. This policy will become effective as of 26 June 2014.
Reminder US Coast Guard issued reminder that interim operating authorisations for Nontank Vessel Response Plans expire 31 July 2014. Owners and operators who have not yet submitted their Nontank Vessel Response Plans are encouraged to do so as soon as possible to allow US Coast Guard sufficient time to review those an
Home News and Resources News News 12 Jun, 2014 Malaysia - Ban on Bunkering at Private Jetties Club Correspondents, Spica Services Pte Ltd. , Singapore have advised that the Malaysian Government has revoked all bunkering permits for private jetties with immediate effect.
The situation Members in the tanker trade may be aware of a recent issue having arisen with respect to oil exports from Iraqi Kurdistan. At present such cargo may present a political risk, which members need to be aware of.
The situation Members will recall the Association's first advisory on this issue. The Association's correspondents have now provided the attached further update on the matter, and further updates can be obtained when published on the Ivory P&I website .
Raw cotton is one of the most important fibres used in the textile industry, currently accounting for about 35% of world fibre use. Cotton can be carried in containers or as general cargo.
The IMO Secretary-General, Koji Sekimizu expresses his support and appreciation for the work of seafarers around the world. [Left photo 1.
#Boiler #shipboiler #auxiliaryboiler A boiler is one of that machinery that gets the ship going. A boiler is something, which though not required continuously in operating a ship, cannot be done away with.
Home News and Resources News News 04 Jun, 2014 Malacca and Singapore Straits – Safe Passage Guide Translations: Chinese Vietnamese Club correspondents Spica Services (S) Pte Ltd. , Singapore have advised the Managers of a recent publication designed to assist deck officers when planning a passage through a
The Association is grateful to Messrs. Bernard LLP, Vancouver, Canada for contributing to this update.