
July 2021
50+ articles


Iranian Drones Attack Tanker M/T Mercer Street | What's Going on With Shipping?
On this episode of What's Going on With Shipping, Sal Mercogliano - Associate Professor of History at Campbell University, former merchant mariner and adjunct professor of Maritime Industry Policy at the US Merchant Marine Academy - discusses the recent attack by Iranian drones on the Liberian-flagged, Japanese-owned,

IMO' s contribution to the global food system
Short video showcasing how IMO's work and regulations enable world trade and maritime transport to sustain economic growth. IMO facilitate a global maritime transportation system that connects markets and moves 80% of global trade, playing a central role in the global food system.
Wreck Removal Convention
Nairobi International Convention on the Removal of Wrecks, 2007; wreck removal; Home Publications Articles Wreck Removal Convention Wreck Removal Convention Publications Steamship Mutual Published: July 30, 2021 Contact author Download article pdf Image Introduction The Nairobi International Convention on the Removal o

Ever Given Docks in Rotterdam...FINALLY! | What's Going on with Shipping (& the Suez)?
On this episode of What's Going on With Shipping, Sal Mercogliano - Associate Professor of History at Campbell University, former merchant mariner, and adjunct professor of Maritime Industry Policy at the US Merchant Marine Academy - discusses the arrival of MV Ever Given at Rotterdam four months after her grounding in

Seafarer Welfare Webinar
A global pandemic can be both a challenge and an opportunity. For seafarer welfare, the challenge has introduced another layer of stress.

The Crewing Issue & Why China Does Not Want Indian Crews | What's Going on With Shipping?
On this episode of What's Going on With Shipping, Sal Mercogliano - Associate Professor of History, former merchant mariner, and adjunct instructor of Maritime Industry Policy at the US Merchant Marine Academy - discusses the release of BIMCO/ICS newest Seafarer Workforce Report. He also reports on the decision by Chi
Safety Culture: Safety Management System
Emergency Contact Safety Culture: Safety Management System Home Latest updates News Safety Culture: Safety Management System 28 Jul 2021 Download Sign up for alerts As part of the Safety Culture series, the Club has been releasing a series of advisories in collaboration with industry experts. The objectives of this ca

It's Not the Freight Rates...It's Inflation? | What's Going on With Shipping?
On this episode of What's Going on with With Shipping, Sal Mercogliano - Associate Professor of History at Campbell University, former merchant mariner, and an adjunct professor of Maritime Industry Policy at the US Merchant Marine Academy - examines the issues associated with the container trade and a recent story fro

SeaSense – Expert Thinking on seafarers’ work
Seafarers Happiness Index Q1 2026: Sense of uncertainty is the new pandemic


Neptune - Bunker Quality Information Tutorial Video Now Available
Home News and Resources News Loss Prevention 26 Jul, 2021 Neptune - Bunker Quality Information Tutorial Video Now Available Dmitry Kisil Senior Loss Prevention Officer We are pleased to announce that a tutorial video has been added within the bunker information section of the Club's global information portal Neptune to
Bahamas Maritime Authority - Concentrated Inspection Campaign Pilot Transfer Arrangements
Bahamas Maritime Authority; Concentrated Inspection Campaign; Pilot Transfer Arrangements Home Publications Articles Bahamas Maritime Authority - Concentrated Inspection Campaign Pilot Transfer Arrangements Bahamas Maritime Authority - Concentrated Inspection Campaign Pilot Transfer Arrangements Publications Steamship

Regels 2021
Emergency Contact Regels 2021 Home Latest updates Publications Regels 2021 25 Jul 2021 Download page as PDF Sign up for alerts Our P&I Insurance Cover The Club Rules are here to help you navigate the terms and conditions of your cover so you can be sure of what your membership to the Club entails. This year there

The U.S. Navy's Ghost Fleet and Space X's Droneship | What's Going on With Shipping?
On this episode of What's Going on With Shipping, Sal Mercogliano - Associate Professor of History, former merchant mariner, and instructor in Maritime Industry Policy at the US Merchant Marine Academy - discusses the latest innovations in autonomous shipping conducted by both the US Navy and Space X. He also talks ab
Focused Inspection Campaign - Safety of Navigation
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority; AMSA; Focused Inspection Campaign - Safety of Navigation marine notice; Port State Control (PSC) inspections
Madhavi Arya: We won, now what? Enforcement options in Singapore
Emergency Contact Madhavi Arya: We won, now what? Enforcement options in Singapore Home Latest updates News Madhavi Arya: We won, now what?

Training Ship Kennedy on the Rocks in St. Thomas (ALMOST)! | What's Going on With Shipping?
On this episode of What's Going on With Shipping, Sal Mercogliano - Associate Professor of History at Campbell University, former merchant mariner, and adjunct professor of Maritime Industry Policy - discusses the near miss of Training Ship Kennedy with cadets of Texas Maritime Academy on board in St. Thomas the Ameri

The Seventh Wonder of the Modern World: the Panama Canal
In 1914, a single ship passed through the Panama Canal to little fanefare bringing to fruition a multinational effort that began 44 years prior, this article...

Offshore Wind, the Renewable Energy Revolution, Slow Progress but Optimistic Outlook
This article examines the outlook for offshore wind farms in the United States, including the two types of offshore wind farm, regulatory compliance and more.

COVID-19 Vaccination of Seafarers: IG P&I FAQs
Home News and Resources News News 22 Jul, 2021 COVID-19 Vaccination of Seafarers: IG P&I FAQs The International Group has published a series of FAQs dealing with the most frequently asked questions on P&I cover relating to vaccination of seafarers, which can be found below. Download PDF They have also collabor
New US Presidential Executive Order targets liner operators and alliances | Gard's Insights
Our guest authors from US Law Firm, Holland and Knight, explain the background and potential reach of President Biden’s executive order that calls for improved detention and demurrage practices for container traffic, along with the Federal Maritime Commission increased scrutiny…

Top 10 Container Ports in the United States for 2020 | What's Going on With Shipping?
On this episode of What's Going On With Shipping, Sal Mercogliano - Associate Professor of History at Campbell University, former merchant mariner and adjunct professor of Maritime Industry Policy at the US Merchant Marine Academy - discusses the recent article by Container News on the Top 10 US Container Ports as of 2

Report on Stolt Groenland Explosion in Ulsan, South Korea | What's Going on With Shipping?
In this episode, Sal Mercogliano - Associate Professor of History at Campbell University, former merchant mariner and instructor in Maritime Industry Policy at the US Merchant Marine Academy - discusses the UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch report on the explosion on board Stolt Gorenland in Ulsan, South Korea on

IG P&I FAQ: Vaccination of Seafarers
This publication answers some frequently asked questions (FAQ's) relating to P&I Club Cover and the vaccination of seafarers.

ICS publishes COVID-19 Legal, Liability and Insurance Issues arising from Vaccination of Seafarers
This Guidance addresses legal, liability and insurance issues that could potentially arise for shipowners from or in connection with vaccinations of crew for...

Spain - Heightened Risk of Stowaways in Ceuta
Ceuta is the natural transition crossing point to mainland Europe for refugees and economic migrants from North Africa through Morocco. However, due to the high

Why Is Ever Given Stopped in the Med? | What's Going on With Shipping?
MV Ever Given is hove to off the eastern coast of Sicily and the question is, why? On this episode of What's Going on With Shipping, Sal Mercogliano - Associate Professor of History, former merchant mariner, and instructor in Maritime Industry Policy - discusses why Ever Given has halted her sailing to Rotterdam, whil

How Peaches (or Pears) and Trains Are Impacting Global Shipping | What's Going on With Shipping?
On this episode of What's Going on With Shipping, Sal Mercogliano - Associate Professor of History at Campbell University, former merchant marine, and instructor in Maritime Industry Policy at the US Merchant Marine Academy - breaks down the impact of peaches being grown in Argentina, packaged in Thailand and consumed

Collisions between Cargo Ships and Fishing Vessels in Japan
There have been many collisions between cargo ships and fishing vessels near Japan due to the large number of fishing vessels that operate in the waters in t...
Circular No. 16/21 - Pre-employment Medical Examinations (PEME) and COVID-19: an Update
A merican Club Circular No. 1 6 / 21 1 JULY 15, 2021 CIRCULAR NO.

Carriage of Chrome Ore Concentrate
Home News and Resources News Loss Prevention 15 Jul, 2021 Carriage of Chrome Ore Concentrate Mark Dunbar Surveys Manager The 2020 edition of the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes Code (IMSBC Code) has an entry for CHROMITE ORE which has a given description of “ Concentrates or lumpy, dark grey in colour” . &nbs

Sanctions - OFAC issues new licence for carriage of LPG to Venezuela
Home News and Resources News News 15 Jul, 2021 Sanctions - OFAC issues new licence for carriage of LPG to Venezuela Tony Paulson Head of Asia & Corporate Director OFAC issued General Licence 40 (“GL40”) on 12 July 2021 which permits certain transactions relating to the exportation or re-exportation of LPG to Venezu

Instability on the Cape Route (What the Bulk is going on)! | What's Going on With Shipping?
Rioting in South Africa and the outbreak of piracy in the Mozambique Channel has the potential to disrupt the Cape route for shipping on this episode of What's Going on With Shipping. Sal Mercogliano - Associate Professor of History, former merchant mariner, and adjunct professor of Maritime Industry Policy - discusse

Cyber Security Onboard Webinar
It is now more than six months since the introduction of IMO Resolution MSC. 428(98) which requires shipping companies to address cyber risks in their safety management systems and it's never been more important to keep your whole team cyber-safe.
IG Circular: Vaccination of Seafarers - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) relating to P&I Club Cover July 2021
Emergency Contact IG Circular: Vaccination of Seafarers - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) relating to P&I Club Cover July 2021 Home Latest updates News IG Circular: Vaccination of Seafarers - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) relating to P&I Club Cover July 2021 14 Jul 2021 Download View FAQs pdf Sign up for
QCR Summer 2021: Sanchez v. Smart Fabricators of Texas, L.L.C. (5th Cir. May 11, 2021) (en banc)
The Court took the opportunity to formally overturn a previous case, Naquin v. Elevating Boats L.

Come Sail Away With Ever Given (as she departs Egypt) | What's Going on With Shipping & the Suez?
On this episode of What's Going on With Shipping (and the Suez), Sal Mercogliano - Associate Professor of History at Campbell University, former merchant mariner, and adjunct professor of Maritime Industry Policy at the US Merchant Marine Academy - discusses the departure of MV Ever Given from Egypt as she sails to Rot

Vaccination of Seafarers and Frequently Asked Questions
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 Vaccination of Seafarers and Frequently Asked Questions 12 July 2021 The hyperlink below to the IG Document “ Vaccination of Seafarers, F

Collision in the Straits of Malacca (Zephyr Lumos & Galapagos) | What's Going On With Shipping?
A collision in the Straits of Malacca between the British-flagged containership MV Zephyr Lumos and Maltese-flagged bulk carrier MT Galapagos on July 11, 2021. The accident took place in one of the most heavily trafficked areas in the world.

UK P&I Club N.V. Solvency and Financial Condition Report 2021
This document is the second Solvency and Financial Condition Report (“SFCR”) of UK P&I Club N. V.

Vaccination of seafarers - IG FAQs
Circular issued by International Group clubs Circular issued by International Group clubs Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) relating to P&I Club Cover This document has been produced by the thirteen P&I Clubs which are members of the International Group of P&I Clubs in order to answer a number of ques

Crew Health Advice: Hernias
A hernia occurs when an internal part of the body pushes through a weakness in the muscle or surrounding tissue wall.
Maritime security – unsafe seas, insecure crew | Gard's Insights
Gard’s Loss Prevention webinar, featuring guest speakers from security consultancy AMBREY, focused on trends in piracy and war risks with key recommendations for minimizing security threats to crew and property. We share some of the highlights.

Ever Given and Her Garden Gnomes are Setting Sail Out of Suez | What's Going on with Shipping/Suez?
On this episode of What's Going On With Shipping/Suez, Sal Mercogliano - Associate Professor of History at Campbell University, former merchant mariner, and instructor in Maritime Industry Policy at the US Merchant Marine Academy - discusses the sailing of MV Ever Given from her anchorage of over 100 days in the Great
QCR Summer 2021: Goodloe v. Royal Caribbean Cruises (No. 19-14324) (11th Cir. 2021)
Goodloe v Royal Caribbean Cruises (Number 19-14324) (11th Cir, 2021): US Eleventh Circuit applies Florida State Law which permits recovery of non-pecuniary d...

Canada - North Atlantic Right Whale - Gulf of St Lawrence (Update 2021)
The revised notice was updated on 15 April 2021; this will replace the Ship Safety Bulleting No. 11/2020.

Evergreen Ship Impounded for 100 Days Will Finally Leave Suez Canal
The Ever Given will leave Suez Canal on July 7, 2021.

Ever Given To Be Released from Suez: Today We Celebrate Independence Day | WGOWS? July 6, 2021
On this episode of What's Going on With Shipping (and also What's Going on in the Suez), Sal Mercogliano - Associate Professor of History at Campbell University, former merchant mariner, and instructor in Maritime Industry Policy, History and Security - discusses the agreement reached between the owners of MV Ever Give
Pilot on the bridge | Gard's Insights
A good working relationship with the pilot, effective Master Pilot Information Exchange at the start of the pilotage followed by well performing Bridge Resource Management during the pilotage passage, are important factors in a successful pilotage.