
No. 4 2019/2020 - Condition Surveys
Dear Sirs, CONDITION SURVEYS: TANKERS WHICH HAVE CARRIED HEAVY FUEL OIL AS CARGO As in previous years and in accordance with International Group practice, the C
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Dear Sirs, CONDITION SURVEYS: TANKERS WHICH HAVE CARRIED HEAVY FUEL OIL AS CARGO As in previous years and in accordance with International Group practice, the C

In the Monthly Safety Scenario Case of September, the importance of the crew being aware of the equipment limitations is being highlighted. In this case the

The Club's South African correspondents, P&I Associates South Africa, have provided an update on stowaways in South African ports. On Monday 19 August, the S...

#UNCLOS #lawofthesea UNCLOS is an acronym for the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. The convention is also sometimes referred to as the Law of the Sea Convention or the Law of the Sea treaty.

We are looking forward to seeing you at this year's Donsö Shipping Meet 3-4 September. Home / News / Club News / The Swedish Club at Donsö Shipping Meet Club News, Press Release The Swedish Club at Donsö Shipping Meet 29 August, 2019 We are looking forward to seeing you at this year’s Donsö Shipping Meet 3-4 September
The Turkish Straits, consisting of the Istanbul and Çanakkale Straits and the Marmara Sea connecting the Black Sea to the Mediterranean Sea, are considered one of the most strategically significant waterways of the world.
Lifejacket, safety, personal flotation device, PFD Home Publications Articles Kapok lifejackets – safety alert Kapok lifejackets – safety alert Publications Steamship Mutual Published: August 28, 2019 Contact author Download article pdf Image AMSA (Australian Maritime Safety Authority) has issued a safety

Hear the chemist and Director of Sales and Marketing for Exhaust Gas Cleaning at Wärtsilä, Heidi Johannessen Paulsrud, about scrubbers and the
The answer is cargo samples, particularly manifold samples. What is the best evidence in defending liquid cargo contamination claims?

Last Thursday, 22 August Gard and the University of Oslo signed a collaboration agreement to finance an investment in insurance law.

This is part 2 of the documentary series for the Orientation Month of the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA). In this video, we will see the activities that the probies undergo during their one month Orientation Period.

These 10 mysterious ghost ship stories are spooky as hell! Mystery, fear, enigma encompass the seafaring ghost ships, or phantom ships’ tales that have been passed around throughout centuries by sailors, anglers and others.
Emergency Contact The Shipowners' Club announce LISW19 seminar: How to Exclude Liability for Negligence with James Leabeater QC Home Latest updates News The Shipowners' Club announce LISW19 seminar: How to Exclude Liability for Negligence with James Leabeater QC 23 Aug 2019 Download Sign up for alerts LONDON, 23 August

No stowaways will be permitted to be landed in South African ports, according to a new sharpened policy from the immigration authority.

Wet damage on cargo is a common problem at sea. Seawater may ingress into cargo holds in bad condition and cause serious damage.
An assessment by Norwegian authorities finds that its maritime and oil and gas sectors have recently been victims of cyber campaigns specifically targeting companies in the US, Europe and the Middle East and advise companies to be prepared for continuous activity in the short to…

"The Swedish Club's offering is based on financial stability, product range, casualty response and proactive Loss Prevention. The Club continues to grow

Home News and Resources News News 21 Aug, 2019 Stowaways in South Africa With immediate effect, no stowaways will be permitted to be landed in South Africa. Members must not allow any person to board their vessel if that person is not in possession of a TNPA (Transnet National Port’s Authority) port permit.
A number of shipping, refining, fuel supply and standards organisations have worked together to produce *Joint Industry Guidance on the supply and use of 0. 50% - sulphur marine fuel* released on 20 August 2019.
Gard (North America), is honored to be a co-sponsor with the American Bar Association Tort, Trial and Insurance Practice Section (ABA TIPS), of the annual US law student writing competition focusing on admiralty and maritime law issues.

The Swedish Club Academy will be holding a Maritime Resource Management (MRM) seminar 3 September 2019 in Wuhan.
In Gard we see that almost 50% of the cargo loss cases are a result of cargo contamination. Many of these are due to vapour contamination.

#HPcutout #LPcutout #safety #HVAC The LP and HP switch, also known as the HP and LP cutout, plays a vital role in HVAC compressor safety. The safety system for refrigeration compressor includes alarm, cut-offs, and trips which safeguard the machinery and its parts from getting damaged.

Orientation Month at the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy Part 1 of 2 This 2-part series shows the various activities that the Probationary Midshipmen go through during their one month Orientation and Indoctrination Period in the PMMA. Chief MAKOi Special Thanks to: Engr…
From 20 August 2019 Masters must make sure vessels’ automatic identification systems (AIS) are active and transmit the correct information when navigating in Indonesian territorial waters.
Emergency Contact AqualisBraemar Technical Services Ltd: Floating docks and their operating hazards Home Latest updates News AqualisBraemar Technical Services Ltd: Floating docks and their operating hazards 19 Aug 2019 Download Sign up for alerts AqualisBraemar is a leading provider of Hull & Machinery damage surve

Hantavirus outbreak reported on cruise vessel, WHO monitors situation

The new IMB Bulletin (no 16 - Aug 2019) highlights the problem with misdeclared hazardous goods and that carriers have started to impose fines
Home News and Resources News News 16 Aug, 2019 Report and Accounts 2019 The Club's Annual Review and Report and Accounts have been published and are available to download here. Download PDF We are pleased to report another strong financial result for the Club and one which clearly demonstrates our continued excellent
Emergency Contact Mandatory requirement for AIS in Indonesian waters Home Latest updates News Mandatory requirement for AIS in Indonesian waters 16 Aug 2019 Download Sign up for alerts The Club would like to highlight to Members that with effect from 20 August 2019, under Regulation PM No. 7 of 2019, the Ministry of T
Emergency Contact Escalation of Venezuelan sanctions Home Latest updates News Escalation of Venezuelan sanctions 16 Aug 2019 Download Sign up for alerts On August 5, 2019, the US Administration escalated its Venezuela sanctions program, with the issue of Executive Order 13884 (the Order) and accompanying FAQs . The Or

Meet Michael Kjellberg, owner of Swedish Orient Line, SOL which together with Wallenius formed a Swedish shipping company, servicing the forest industry.
India, cargo, Bill of Lading, Sea Cargo Manifest and Transhipment Regulations 2018 (SCMTR) Home Publications Articles India: Sea Cargo Manifest Notification India: Sea Cargo Manifest Notification Publications Steamship Mutual Published: August 15, 2019 Contact author Download article pdf Image The Central

Home News and Resources News News 15 Aug, 2019 Increase in limits of liability under OPA 90 Tony Paulson Head of Asia & Corporate Director From 12 November 2019 the limits of liability for vessels under OPA 90 will increase. Download PDF In line with the provision under OPA 90 for the United States Coast Guard to

Grounded MSC Baltic III set to be removed by 2027
Where does the danger lie? When measuring dangerous gases prior to enclosed space entry, we need to take into account the relative weight of the gas when compared to air.

Home News and Resources News Sanctions 12 Aug, 2019 Iran sanctions - wind-down period for sanctions against metals sector ends Tony Paulson Head of Asia & Corporate Director Members are asked to note that the 90-day wind-down period to allow any contracts entered into prior to 8 May 2019 to be concluded ended on 6

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 US Sanctions – Venezuela government, agencies and entities targeted in new Executive Order 13884 12 August 2019 Members should take note

Active information sharing between clusters of countries and regions in West Africa is a positive way forward in tackling piracy in the Gulf of Guinea,
Bilge Alarm oil meter, Vessels Home Publications Articles Bilge Alarm / Oil Content Meter Bilge Alarm / Oil Content Meter Publications Steamship Mutual Published: August 09, 2019 Contact author Download article pdf Image USCG: Oil content meter/bilge alarm The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has issued a

#refrigeration #ship #reefer The main purpose of the refrigeration plant on a ship is to maintain the cooling to avoid any damage to the cargo or perishable material so that it is transported in good and healthy condition. In this animated Refrigeration video, which also explains the Basic parts of HVAC System, the fo

On Monday 5 August, 2019, President Trump issued Executive Order 13884, effectively blocking the assets of the Government of Venezuela in the United States o...

In this series of FD&D Guides, developed by James Mackay and Russell Harling of CJC (Campbell Johnston Clark), we provide brief notes

On 5th August 2019 President Trump issued Executive Order 13884. The Order targets the government of Venezuela and blocks all its assets and property in the
On 5 August 2019 the US administration significantly increased scope of sanctions against the Maduro regime in Venezuela.

Home News and Resources News Sanctions 08 Aug, 2019 U.S. increases sanctions against Venezuela Tony Paulson Head of Asia & Corporate Director By virtue of Executive Order 13884 (“the EO”) issued by President Trump on 5 August 2019, the United States has significantly…
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has released updated versions of their marine casualty reporting forms, commonly referred to as the “CG-2692” and Addendums. Members are encouraged to use the most recent version of the reporting forms in future marine casualty reporting and ensure…

Analysis of the Bills of Lading (BsL) referred to International Maritime Bureau (IMB) during Q2 shows that the Iran trade accounted for over 70% of the

Cars and other vehicles carried on board ships present a risk of fire, as does the carriage of refrigeration units.

Home News and Resources News News 07 Aug, 2019 Emily McCulloch joins the Club as a Senior Claims Manager Suzanne Byrne Group Head of Claims We are pleased to announce that we have appointed a new Senior Claims Manager to enhance our Americas team and provide a localised claims service to the Club’s Members in the USA,