24 maritime news articles about Gard
Home Publications Articles Press Release: Japanese business activity Press Release: Japanese business activity The Managers would like to share some news from the Club relating to our Japanese business activity. Press Release Steamship Mutual Published: September 13, 2024 Contact author Download article pdf Given the
Be aware: Costly liquid cargo contamination can arise when the last cargo onboard was coconut oil, palm oil, or other edible oils.
As of 1 January 2024, vessels over 5,000 GT operating within EU waters are subject to the EU's Emission Trading System (ETS). A recent implementing regulation has clarified how a shipowner may transfer responsibility for compliance – but some important questions still remain.
As 2023 is ending we look back at a year with more war, increasing geopolitical tension and more persistent inflation than expected. How is marine insurance impacted – and what can we expect looking ahead?
Off-specification bunker claims can sometimes have serious consequences. However, elevated numbers for sediment, cat fines, acid number, pour point, aluminium can more often translate into minor issues in consuming the fuel – if precautions are taken.
The Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN) and the International Group of P&I Clubs have published a joint country guide for vessels calling at Senegalese ports.
Despite its contribution to greenhouse gas emissions, global coal consumption climbed to an all-time high in 2022 and is on track for a record-breaking 2023 and 2024. In this article, we focus on the safety measures needed to reduce the risk of fire and explosion when dealing with coal cargoes.
The English High Court’s decision in the case of the MSC FLAMINIA provides useful guidance on which claims are subject to limitation, and which are not.
The IMO has adopted a new voluntary speed restriction scheme in the North-West Mediterranean Sea to protect local whale populations. This area is also marked on the newly released global whale chart aimed at helping seafarers in planning their voyages to reduce the risk of vessel-whale collisions.
Accidents related to shore pipeline clearing operations are on the rise. Over-pressurization or overfilling of tanks can cause physical damage, pollution and even personal injuries.
The Hong Kong Convention will finally enter into force in 2025, but what does that mean in practice? How will ship recycling practices be impacted, and what will a key recycling nation like Pakistan do?
They can be hotter, more toxic, quicker to spread – and possibly more explosive. Most experts agree that lithium battery fires are different and that the risks for people on board are serious.
The Amazon region is currently suffering from one of the worst droughts in years. Smoke from fires around the city Manaus is further hampering navigability in the rivers.
BIMCO recently issued a new Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) clause for voyage charterparties. Here are the main issues owners and charterers should be aware of.
The Russian Federation’s recent implementation of temporary entry restrictions for Ukrainian citizens may cause delays and other difficulties for vessels with Ukrainian crew at Russian ports.
In the run up to the UN climate conference – “COP26” in Glasgow, we are pleased to share guest author - Haris Zografakis’ thoughts on the need for a new contractual structure in shipping to immediately reduce GHG emissions rather than simply waiting for regulation. Our guest author explains why climate activist Greta
On 22 September 2023, the China Maritime Safety Administration (MSA) issued two circulars addressing the prevention of collisions between commercial and fishing vessels in Chinese waters. These circulars specifically identify high-risk areas (HRAs) prone to such incidents and provide valuable guidance on collision pre
The Israel-Gaza conflict has escalated significantly after Hamas launched a major attack on 7 October. This article answers some of the trade-related and contractual questions shipowners might have in this turbulent and highly volatile situation.
The number of stern tube-related damage claims has increased considerably over the last few years and such damages are now one of the more frequent claim types handled by Gard under the hull and machinery policies. A recent Gard analysis sheds light on the problem.
Container shipping has been a roller coaster ride during the pandemic. Some call it a shipping crisis; some see it as a record-breaking good market.
From September 2024 all vessels subject to the Ballast Water Management Convention must have an approved ballast water treatment system installed onboard. Is your ship ready for tighter regulations?
Use of worn mooring lines, overtightening of the brakes, or sudden movements of the ship are some of the main reasons for ropes straining beyond their breaking limits and parting. Parting of tensioned mooring lines has been associated with some of the worst human injuries, and loss of life registered in Gard’s claims
The energy landscape is changing – and so is the offshore industry. What will the global energy mix look like over the next few decades?
A number of fatalities and serious injuries have occurred across the maritime industry due to parting of mooring lines. Our loss prevention poster highlights the fact that the first line ashore has the highest potential to snap given the level of load it can experience to steady a moving vessel.