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MARITIME●INTELLIGENCE●DAILY●11 MAY 2026 MONDAY

July 2014

46 articles

Skuld
P&I / InsuranceSkuld·almost 12 years ago

Ebola virus: Further spread in West Africa

Development Media reports, and our correspondents confirm, that a man travelling from Liberia to Lagos by plane has passed away from Ebola, which has led to ports, airports and land border crossings in Nigeria being placed on a heightened state of alert. Nigerian response This situation means that Nigerian port, custo

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RegulationsWest of England·almost 12 years ago

Sanctions in Respect of Ukraine and Russia

Home News and Resources News Sanctions 11 Aug, 2014 Sanctions in Respect of Ukraine and Russia EU Sanctions The EU published Regulation 833/2014 on 31 July 2014, detailing further measures against Russia in light of the situation in Ukraine. In brief, the Regulation prohibits the supply, transfer or export of: Dual-us

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P&I / InsuranceWest of England·almost 12 years ago

Australia - Vessels Detained for Using Unofficial Charts

Home News and Resources News News 31 Jul, 2014 Australia - Vessels Detained for Using Unofficial Charts Port State Control inspectors in Australia have detained a number of vessels after finding unofficial paper charts on board. In the most recent case the vessel had been using a scanned and printed copy of an officia

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West of England
P&I / InsuranceWest of England·almost 12 years ago

US Vessel Response Plans – Non-Tank Final Rule – Update

Home News and Resources News News 08 Jul, 2014 US Vessel Response Plans – Non-Tank Final Rule – Update Further to the recent Notice to Members No. 8 2014/2015 concerning the approaching expiry date on 31 st July 2014 for Interim Operating Authorizations (IOAs) issued to some non-tank vessel operators in order to give t

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P&I / InsuranceWest of England·almost 12 years ago

Notice to Members No. 8 2014/2015

Dear Sirs, US Vessel Response Plans – Non-Tank Final Rule – Update We refer to previous Notices to Members concerning implementation of the US Non-Tank Final Ru

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RegulationsWest of England·almost 12 years ago

Russia Sanctions | West P&I Club

Home News and Resources Sanctions Sanctions - Russia Restrictive measures in relation to Russia/Ukraine In 2014 the EU, UK and US and many other states introduced economic sanctions in in response to Russia’s illegal annexation of Crimea. Those sanctions have been progressively expanded through successive rounds of sa

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NorthStandard
P&I / InsuranceNorthStandard·almost 12 years ago

Bunker Quality Claims - July 2014

CIRCULAR REF: 2014/024CIRCULATED TO ALL MEMBERS, BROKERS AND DIRECTORSThe Club has recently experienced an increase in claim notifications relating to the supply and consumption of poor quality fuel. This Circular acts as a reminder of the need to follow industry guidelines and best practice in all bunkering operation

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P&I / InsuranceWest of England·almost 12 years ago

Notice to Members No. 12 2014/2015

Dear Sirs, European Union Sanctions in Respect of Crimea and Sevastopol - COUNCIL REGULATION (EU) No 825/2014 of 30 July 2014 concerning restrictions on the imp

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Skuld
P&I / InsuranceSkuld·almost 12 years ago

Ukraine: Legal impact of Ukrainian law on Crimean port calls

The legal effect of "closure" of Crimean ports on charterparties requiring calling at Crimean ports It has been widely reported that the Ukrainian Government has published Directive No. 255 " On Closure of Sea Ports"  which, with effect from 15 July 2014, "closed" all ports in Crimea due to the on-going hostiliti

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Skuld
P&I / InsuranceSkuld·almost 12 years ago

Asian Gypsy Moth: Australian inspections

Asian Gypsy Moth - Australian requirements The Australian Department of Agriculture (DAFF) recently issued a notice to the industry dated 9 July 2014. In its notice it advised that from 15 July 2014 to 31 October 2014, the DAFF will conduct its annual heightened surveillance regime for managing risks posed by Asian Gy

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Skuld
P&I / InsuranceSkuld·almost 12 years ago

Fraudulent invoicing for alleged pollution clean up work

The situation The Association has learned that fraudsters have sought to obtain payment for alleged services provided with respect to alleged pollution matters and clean-up work. Furthermore, the Association understands that the Port of Fujairah has warned against possible fake invoicing for waste disposal.

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P&I / InsuranceShipowners' Club·almost 12 years ago

AGM July 2014 Agenda

Emergency Contact AGM July 2014 Agenda Home Latest updates News AGM July 2014 Agenda 28 Jul 2014 Download Sign up for alerts The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (luxembourg) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of the Members of The Shipowners' Mutual Protection and Indemnity A

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Skuld
RegulationsSkuld·almost 12 years ago

Iran: Extension of sanctions relief under the Joint Plan of Action

Circular issued by International Group clubs This circular should be read in conjunction with the circular published on 28 January 2014 regarding the temporary relief of EU and US sanctions measures relating principally to transportation and insurance of petrochemical cargoes from Iran and Iranian crude to ND

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Skuld
RegulationsSkuld·almost 12 years ago

The safe use of ECDIS

The situation The use of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems has become a permanent feature of modern shipping, having been enshrined in the revised chapter V of SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea), and in particular IMO Resolution MSC. 282(86) which mandates the phased introduction of such systems on board.

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Skuld
AccidentsSkuld·almost 12 years ago

USA: Limited extension for NTVRP Interim Operating Authorizations

US Coast Guard grants a 3 month extension of IOAs for nontank vessels that have submitted a vessel response plan, which includes a pre-fire plan approved by the identified salvage and marine fire fighting organization when required. Full text of the Marine Safety Information Bulletin is attached.

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Skuld
PortsSkuld·almost 12 years ago

Libya: Update

The situation Members may have noted the recent reports of conflict between groups in Libya, especially in Tripoli and Benghazi. Reports indicated that this is some of the most severe conflict since the 2011 revolution.

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P&I / InsuranceWest of England·almost 12 years ago

Notice to Members No. 11 2014/2015

Dear Sirs, Iran Sanctions - Extension of Sanctions Relief under the Joint Plan of Action 23 July 2014 This Notice to Members should be read in conjunction with

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P&I / InsuranceWest of England·almost 12 years ago

Notice to Members No. 17 2014/2015

Dear Sirs, Iran Sanctions – Extension of Sanctions Relief under the Joint Plan of Action This Notice to Members should be read in conjunction with Notice to Mem

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P&I / InsuranceWest of England·almost 12 years ago

Report and Accounts

Home News and Resources News News 22 Jul, 2014 Report and Accounts The Club's Report and Accounts at 20 February 2014 have been published today and are available for download from our website. Chairman Matheos Los writes in his Statement: “A year ago I was pleased to report that the Club had experienced the most posit

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P&I / InsuranceLondon P&I Club·almost 12 years ago

Ukraine & Crimea – Port of Kerch

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 & Crimea – Port of Kerch 22 July 2014 Further to the Club’s recent News Alerts on the official closure of Crimean ports by Uk

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P&I / InsuranceWest of England·almost 12 years ago

Notice to Members No. 30 2013/2014

Translations: Chinese Vietnamese Iran Sanctions – Urgent Update Following the US/EU announcements (and publication of relevant regulations/guidance) of a six-m

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PortsLondon P&I Club·almost 12 years ago

Libya – Port Situation

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 Libya – Port Situation 18 July 2014 As Members may already be aware from various press reports, the fighting between militias has been in

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London P&I Club
P&I / InsuranceLondon P&I Club·almost 12 years ago

Microsoft Word - 5497 dft.doc

17 July 2014 TO ALL MEMBERS Dear Sirs URGENT COMMUNICATIONS - WEEKEND 26/27 JULY Due to an extensive refurbishment programme being carried out in the Managers’ London office, there will be a complete power shutdown between 06:00 BST until 23:00 BST Saturday 26 July. Although we are hopeful that the work may be complet

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Skuld
RegulationsSkuld·almost 12 years ago

Ukraine: European Union sanctions in respect of Crimea and Sevastopol

Circular issued by International Group clubs Council Regulation (EU) No 692/2014 of 23 June 2014 concerning restrictions on the import into the Union of goods originating in Crimea or Sevastopol ("the Regulation") In response to the annexation of Crimea and Sevastopol by Russia, the European Union has published Regulat

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RegulationsWest of England·almost 12 years ago

Port State Control - Black Sea MOU Concentrated Inspection Campaign 2014

Home News and Resources News News 16 Jul, 2014 Port State Control - Black Sea MOU Concentrated Inspection Campaign 2014 The six maritime authorities of the Black Sea MOU on Port State Control (PSC) have announced that they will be running a Concentrated Inspection Campaign (CIC) from 1 September 2014 until 30 November

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P&I / InsuranceLondon P&I Club·almost 12 years ago

Ukraine – Closure of Crimean Ports

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 – Closure of Crimean Ports 16 July 2014 Members will already be aware of the sensitive political situation in Crimea and the cond

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P&I / InsuranceWest of England·almost 12 years ago

Caribbean - Chikungunya Virus

Home News and Resources News News 15 Jul, 2014 Caribbean - Chikungunya Virus Introduction Club correspondents Steers/Cariconsult International, Bridgetown, Barbados have advised the Club of an ongoing outbreak of Chikungunya virus in the Caribbean. The Chikungunya virus is transmitted by two types of infected mosquito

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P&I / InsuranceShipowners' Club·almost 12 years ago

2014 Annual Report

Emergency Contact 2014 Annual Report Home Latest updates Publications 2014 Annual Report 15 Jul 2014 Download page as PDF Sign up for alerts Report of the Directors The Directors have pleasure in presenting their report and the financial statements of the Club for the year ended 20th February 2014. Activities The prin

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Skuld
P&I / InsuranceSkuld·almost 12 years ago

Senegal: Restricting landing of stowaways

The development The General Manager of Dakar Port, Senegal, has issued a circular dated 2 July 2014 where in it is stated that the disembarkation of stowaways is no longer authorised at Dakar Port. It is important to note that this applies to any vessel on which stowaways are present that originate from a previous por

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Skuld
P&I / InsuranceSkuld·almost 12 years ago

Chikungunya virus

The situation Members may be aware that the French Ministry of Health has recently published an alert about the continued risk of the mosquito born chikungunya virus, with respect to outbreaks in the French West Indies and French Guyana. This is in response to the further spread of the virus since it was first spotted

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Skuld
P&I / InsuranceSkuld·almost 12 years ago

Frustration of a charterparty

The Association is grateful to Dimitris Seirinakis, Consultant at Ince & Co Shanghai, for contributing to this update. The development The "doctrine" of frustration under English law has long been a difficult legal topic, not least because it has often been, in error, associated with the civil law concept of "forc

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P&I / InsuranceShipowners' Club·almost 12 years ago

Club Rules 2014

Emergency Contact Club Rules 2014 Home Latest updates Publications Club Rules 2014 14 Jul 2014 Download page as PDF Sign up for alerts Our traditional P&I insurance cover Download or view the PDF using the links above to view the following content: P&I risks covered…

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RegulationsShipowners' Club·almost 12 years ago

Iran Sanctions

Emergency Contact Iran Sanctions Home Latest updates Publications Iran Sanctions 11 Jul 2014 Download page as PDF Sign up for alerts CIRCULAR 11/13 11th July 2013 TO ALL MEMBERS, Currently, under the Club Rules, there is no right of recovery for any claim if it arises out of or is consequent upon the insured vessel bei

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P&I / InsuranceWest of England·almost 12 years ago

Ukraine - Closure of Sea Ports in Crimea

Home News and Resources News News 10 Jul, 2014 Ukraine - Closure of Sea Ports in Crimea Further to the recent news article “ Ukraine - New Legislation Affecting Vessels Arriving from Ports in Crimea ”, Club correspondents Dias Marine Consulting PC, Odessa have advised that the Ukrainian government has introduced legisl

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RegulationsLondon P&I Club·almost 12 years ago

Crimea & Sevastopol – EU Sanctions

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 Crimea & Sevastopol – EU Sanctions 8 July 2014 In view of the political unrest and developments in Crimea and Ukraine (as reported in

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Skuld
P&I / InsuranceSkuld·almost 12 years ago

Mediterranean refugees

Loss Prevention In the last few years, there has been a significant increase in immigration to Europe from war torn areas in the Middle East, Africa and Asia. This has also resulted in a recent waive of refugees attempting to cross the Mediterranean in vessels of various sizes and conditions.

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Skuld
P&I / InsuranceSkuld·almost 12 years ago

Myanmar: Ports of Yangon

The development Members will no doubt be aware of the increasing role played by Myanmar in international shipping. The country is emerging from a period when US, EU and other sanctions applied, and it is becoming a fast growing participant in the global economy.

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Skuld
P&I / InsuranceSkuld·almost 12 years ago

Iraq: Delays at Iraqi ports

The situation Members will be aware of the developing conflict situation in Iraq. At present there are no reports of any fighting near or close to any major Iraqi ports, although the areas immediately outside port limits suffer from security issues.

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Skuld
P&I / InsuranceSkuld·almost 12 years ago

Rescued persons on the high seas

The development Members will be aware of the continuing and enduring refugee crisis situation in the Mediterranean Sea, indeed a number of Skuld member vessels have already assisted in the rescue of persons in distress at sea this year. The underlying driving forces for this situation have not improved since the start

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Steamship Mutual
P&I / InsuranceSteamship Mutual·almost 12 years ago

No "Free Ride" for Litigants

No 'Free Ride' for Litigants July 2014 A recent High Court decision in the case of Summit Navigation and others v Generali Romania Asigurare Reasigurare ([2014] EWHC398) has given much needed guidance as to how strictly procedural time limits must be complied with and underlines…

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P&I / InsuranceWest of England·almost 12 years ago

Notice to Members No. 9 2014/2015

Dear Sirs, Member and Broker Survey The West of England’s Board is committed to actively listening to the Club’s Members, and the Broking community, to ensure t

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