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In this webinar, we look at the trends and challenges facing the shipping markets. What impact supply chain disruption, trade wars, sanctions, coronavirus pandemic etc.
The IMO announced that two new draft mandatory measures to cut the carbon intensity of existing ships have been agreed by its Working Group on Reduction of G...
The U.S. Department of Justice aggressively prosecutes shipowners and operators of foreign-flag vessels calling at U.S. ports for MARPOL violations. These prosecutions are often the result of an initial inspection and investigation by the U.S. Coast Guard. Our authors both…
We often hear that life onboard ships is busy enough as it is, and mentoring becomes another item to pile on to the list. Do you agree?
We are proud to introduce our collection of free-to-access videos. From our award winning 'Lessons Learnt' videos with Japanese captions to our inside ship r...
To protect parties damaged by pollution and wreck incidents the Japanese government requires P&I insurance for all ships that visit Japanese ports. However, ...
The International Convention on Civil Liability for Bunker Oil Pollution Damage was adopted in March 2001. The Japanese Government deposited its instrument of...
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 Responding to the Risk of Piracy 27 October 2020 This year has seen piracy incidents becoming increasingly focussed upon the Gulf of Guin
Mental health matters: Small actions, big impact
Mental health matters: Small actions, big impact
Emergency Contact “Life During Covid is a Living Nightmare”: Ongoing impact revealed in latest Seafarers Happiness Index Home Latest updates News “Life During Covid is a Living Nightmare”: Ongoing impact revealed in latest Seafarers Happiness Index 26 Oct 2020 Download Sign up for alerts LONDON, 26 OCTOBER 2020 – Seafa
Emergency Contact Enhanced Pre-Employment Medical Examination Scheme Home Latest updates Publications Enhanced Pre-Employment Medical Examination Scheme 25 Oct 2020 Download page as PDF Sign up for alerts To help mitigate Member’s exposure to crew illness claims, the majority of the International Group of P&I Clubs
Click here to Get your Demo $100 and start trading now with FBS Trading App http://bit. ly/ChiefMAKOi Our ship transits the Bosporus Strait and the Dardanelles.
We thank our correspondent in Argentina Pandi Liquidadores S. R.
Emergency Contact The Shipowners' Club and Jumar Technology: Simplifying insurance technology Home Latest updates News The Shipowners' Club and Jumar Technology: Simplifying insurance technology 23 Oct 2020 Download Sign up for alerts LONDON, 23 OCTOBER 2020 – The Shipowners’ Club, the leading P&I insurer in the sm
Wind propulsion systems are increasingly being viewed as credible and viable solution by the industry as we grapple with the challenges of decarbonisation. Gavin Allwright, Secretary General of the International Windship Association (IWSA) gives an overview of the current state of development, a round-up of the techno
Biofuels may not become the zero-carbon solution of choice in the shipping industry’s decarbonization process in the longer term, but could have a significant role to play to accelerate the process. In a recent article DNV GL summarizes the regulatory issues, safety and other operational issues faced by those using th
Emergency Contact IG Circular: Crew change issues arising from COVID-19 Home Latest updates News IG Circular: Crew change issues arising from COVID-19 20 Oct 2020 Download Sign up for alerts The International Group and its 13 constituent P&I Clubs, which are in turn mutually owned and governed by their shipowner an
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 International Group supports industry’s strong message on crew changes 20 October 2020 International Group – Press Release regarding the
The International Group and its 13 constituent P&I Clubs, which are in turn mutually owned and governed by their shipowner and charterer members, have
Home News and Resources News News 19 Oct, 2020 IG issues strong message on crew changes Tony Paulson Head of Asia & Corporate Director The IG has sent out a press release today to draw attention again to the vital role seafarers play in supporting global trade and encourages governments to work with and support the
Home News and Resources News News 19 Oct, 2020 West P&I Club strengthens offshore team support Members in oil & gas and renewables sectors London, 19 October, 2020 – West of England P&I Club, a leading insurance provider to the global maritime industry, has strengthened its offshore team with the appointmen
We've all been the new person on board. It can be nerve-racking, but if somebody takes a #10minuteChallenge and gives us a hand, it can make a world of difference.
In this episode, we carry out bunkering operations. Bunkering is the term for refueling ships.
At a time when seafarers need support more than ever, join us to discover the many ways that mentoring can improve and support life at sea while simultaneously helping mariners to grow professionally. This webinar will be the launchpad for a Nautical Institute campaign on mentoring.
We are passionate about #MentoringAtSea, and Chris Haughton is too. We had a great conversation with him.
Despite the elevated piracy risk in the Gulf of Guinea, ships operating in the region should maintain their automatic identification systems (AIS) in operation at all times.
Recently we have seen several salvage claims being raised against vessels sailing through the Turkish Straits. Each claim has been in the region of USD 1
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Home News and Resources News News 15 Oct, 2020 West of England P&I Club launch Neptune, its global information portal. Members will benefit from easy access to real time global information that supports every aspect of voyage activity.
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We have recently noticed a slight uptick in the number of cases concerning salvage services in this region.
Home News and Resources News News 27 Jan, 2021 Argentina: New Regulation in Respect of Asian Gypsy Moth - implementation date postponed Mark Dunbar Surveys Manager Further to our recent article of 21 January , Pandi Liquidadores now advise that DNPV/SENASA have issued disposition 001/2021 setting out that enforcement o
At its recent board meeting, held on 8th October, the Board of The Swedish Club voted to continue to support an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)
**Updated 17 November 2020** When the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act was signed into US law in December 2018, the US Environmental Protection Agency was given two years to develop new national discharge standards for vessels that are at least as stringent as the discharge…
12 October 2020 TO ALL MEMBERS Dear Sir or Madam US Oil Pollution California - Increased criminal penalties for oil spill related offences Executive Summary Members are advised that new fines will be applicable in California from 1 st January 2021 for ship sourced oil pollution damage in Californian State waters. For
The vessel was at anchor, in ballast, awaiting further instructions. The weather deteriorated after seven days and the vessel´s anchor dragged.
The UK Club is pleased to share a guide outlining the potential dangers related to Nickel ore cargo, locations of loading areas, the importance of sampling a...
Today we want to start a conversation with you about #MentoringAtSea. We want you to share your experiences and knowledge through our #10minuteChallenge.
Home News and Resources News News 12 Oct, 2020 Alert on the PCR certificate quarantine requirements set by KDCA Steven Knaggs Senior Claims Manager New Korean quarantine legislation, which came into force to combat the spread of Covid-19, is being enforced by authorities in respect of all vessel calling at Korean Ports
Emergency Contact IG Circular: U.S. Oil Pollution California – Increased criminal penalties for oil spill related offences Home Latest updates News IG Circular: U.S. Oil Pollution California – Increased criminal penalties for oil spill related offences 12 Oct 2020 Download Sign…
We congratulate the World Food Programme (WFP) on being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize 2020. The World Food Programme is a driving force in global efforts to prevent the use of hunger as a weapon of war and conflict around the world.
A new law was signed in California on 24th September 2020 for Members trading in California waters, which will bring the following increases in criminal pena...
Members are advised that new fines will be applicable in California from 1st January 2021 for ship sourced oil pollution damage in Californian State waters.
Circular issued by International Group clubs Executive summary Members are advised that new fines will be applicable in California from 1 January 2021 for ship sourced oil pollution damage in Californian State waters. For Members trading to California, these legislative changes will result in: A doubling of certain ex
In this webinar, the NI, Wartsila Voyage and Anglo Eastern discuss what maritime training could potentially look like in the future and how learning technology can help us to adapt.
Digitalization of data exchanges is key to facilitate international maritime traffic as it makes it more efficient and resilient in a world of accelerating technological progress and of increasing disruptions. This video shows how electronic data exchange is vital to ensure supply chains continue to function safely an
The Club would like to draw the attention of Members who engage in coastal trading in Nigeria to a recent Notice issued by the Nigerian Maritime Administrati...
Migrants continue to put their lives at risk to make their way across the Mediterranean to Europe in hope of a better future. The small boats are crowded with people.
A merican Club Circular No. 38 /20 1 OCTOBER 7, 2020 CIRCULAR NO.