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Emergencies on Cruise Ships June 30, 2025 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — discusses what to do if an emergency happens on your cruise ship, including Fire, Abandon Ship, Medical, and person overboard (This was filmed before the
The article sets out the potential impacts on P&I cover and third-party claims in cases involving prolonged delay following a casualty or due to detention of the vessel.
Charterer’s potential exposure and liability for situations involving stowaways. Image credit to: Denys Yelmanov / Shutterstock.
Seafarers Happiness Index Q1 2026: Sense of uncertainty is the new pandemic
This circular provides an update to the Inter-Club New York Produce Exchange Agreement 2011 (as amended July 2025)
Home News and Resources News Loss Prevention 30 Jun, 2025 CINS Guidelines for Shipping Lithium-ion Cells in Containers Vinay Singh Loss Prevention Manager In response to the growing risks associated with the maritime transport of lithium-ion cells, the Cargo Incident Notification System (CINS), has released a comprehen
Emergency Contact The Shipowners’ Club, the leading P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector, has reported financial results for the six months ended 30 June 2025 Home Latest updates News The Shipowners’ Club, the leading P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector, has reported finan
Who is in Charge of U.S. Shipping? June 29, 2025 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — discusses which organization is in charge of U.S. Shipping: the Federal Maritime Commission, the Office of…
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Seafarers Happiness Index Q1 2026: Sense of uncertainty is the new pandemic
What the Ship! (Ep 126) | Trump Softens Stance on Iran Oil to China | FMC Chairman to Depart | LNG Freight Rates Soar | Strait of Hormuz Traffic | Morning Midas Sinks | Superintendent of US Merchant Marine Academy Resigns June 26, 2025 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@ca
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Credit to: Kateryna Kon / Shutterstock. com On 12 March, the World Health Organization declared the Covid-19 outbreak to be a pandemic as the virus spread around the world.
The Swedish Club welcomed a record number of members, partners and guests to Gothenburg for its Annual General Meeting 2025. The event reaffirmed the Club’s
Circular issued by International Group clubs Members are referred to the previous circular issued on 11 March this year on the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC). The imminent entry into force of the MLC has brought the Convention and its requirements on shipowners into focus and in particular the financial security req
Circular issued by International Group clubs Background This Circular issued by the International Group deals with the same subject matter as the Skuld Legal News item published on 16 October 2009 . On 1 March 2010, the Regulations of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) on the Prevention and Control
Circular issued by International Group clubs Members have previously been advised in the International Group Circular 4 November 2009 that the new Regulations of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) on the Prevention and Control of Marine Pollution from Ships (“the Regulations”) (promulgated by the PRC Stat
Cargo vessel sinks off Greek island, all crew rescued
Home News and Resources News Loss Prevention 26 Jun, 2025 Navigating the Persian Gulf in 2025: A Maritime Security Brief for Seafarers Emma Forbes-Gearey Loss Prevention Officer The Persian Gulf is a crucial channel for the transit of goods, and it is currently grappling with geopolitical tensions, as well as significa
Cruise Ship Delayed by High Winds June 25, 2025 Support What's Going on With Shipping via: Patreon: www. patreon.
Sal Is On A SHIP! How Does What's Going on With Shipping Go On a Cruise June 25, 2025 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — discusses how to prepare for a cruise and what to do once onboard.
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The International Group (IG) has unanimously agreed that, at its November 2025 AGM, Gard CEO Rolf Thore Roppestad will be proposed as the new IG Chair.
Gard has today released its second Crew Claims Report, outlining key trends and developments in seafarer injuries, illnesses and fatalities worldwide. Drawing on claims data from 2024 and insights from over 6,000 seafarers, the report reveals a troubling increase in crew deaths and emphasizes the need to further prior
Mental health matters: Small actions, big impact
Home News and Resources News Loss Prevention 25 Jun, 2025 Sailors' Society Enhances Seafarer Training with New Wellness Module Emma MacCarthy Loss Prevention Officer West fully endorses the Sailor’s Society’s initiatives to enhance seafarer training through the new Wellness Module. Download PDF We recognise the
Home Increasing Tensions in the Arabian Gulf Region Tensions in the Arabian Gulf Latest Alerts Loss Prevention With the Heightened Risks to shipping amid Increasing Tension in the Arabian Gulf Region this page is intended to provide Members with updates, details and links to the latest alerts and advisories available f
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7/2025: Update on US sanctions against Iran
ECSA: European shipping represents 34.5% of the global fleet
This circular provides an overview of the latest U.S. sanctions on Iran, based on publications from the U.S. Department of State and the Office of Foreign
The Cargo Incident Network System (CINS) has just released its “Guidelines for Shipping Lithium-ion Cells in Containers”. The publication has been produced in collaboration with the International Group of P&I Clubs and the TT Club.
Commercial shipping faces heightened threats in the Arabian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, Gulf of Oman, and Northern Arabian Sea. Recent geopolitical tensions have increased threat levels, reduced vessel traffic, and elevated concerns over GPS jamming, AIS spoofing, and potential attacks.
Why Iran Will Not Close the Strait of Hormuz June 23, 2025 🚨I apologize but the wind picked up during the video so there is some background noise. 🚨 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — discusses what's going on in the Strait of Ho
Emergency Contact IG Circular: Update on U.S. Sanctions Against Iran Home Latest updates News IG Circular: Update on U.S. Sanctions Against Iran 24 Jun 2025 Download Circular PDF Sign up for alerts This circular provides an overview of the latest U.S. sanctions on Iran, based on…
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Hantavirus outbreak reported on cruise vessel, WHO monitors situation
Gard Club: Power-operated watertight doors can be fatal
LR: Global dual-fuel LNG fleet reaches 1,665 vessels
What's Going on With Shipping Sets Sail and Answers Questions about Cruuising.
Fratelli Cosulich expands methanol-ready fleet series with second vessel
ECSA: European shipping represents 34.5% of the global fleet
Latest changes & additions Iran On 8 May 2019 Iran has suspended its commitments under the JCPOA to sell surplus of enriched uranium in exchange for natural uranium, and to make excess heavy water available on the open market. Iran urged the E3, Russia and China to fulfil their banking and oil commitments to Iran
This circular provides an overview of the latest US sanctions on Iran, based on publications from the US Department of State and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).