24 maritime news articles about Crew claims
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.
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
Owners have a clear interest in preventing stowaways from coming onboard, and boarding vessels at African ports remains one of the stowaways' most commonly used methods. The adoption of the ISPS Code by many West African states has not yet been effective in avoiding stowaways.
Filipino seafarers play a crucial role in global trade, facing occupational hazards that demand strict health standards. Ensuring medical readiness before deployment is essential for their well-being and maritime safety.
On 14 August 2024 WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has determined that the upsurge of mpox in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and a growing number of countries in Africa constitutes a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) under the…
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Skuld Pre Employment Medical Examination Programme (PEME) Insurance is no substitute for risk analysis and this applies to health as it does to any other aspect of P&I. In order to enhance the quality of the Pre-Employment Medical Examination (PEME), Skuld has introduced PEME programmes in India, The Philippi
Home Publications Articles Philippine Crew Claims “Compliance is Key” - the procedural requirements of the 120/240 days Rule Philippine Crew Claims “Compliance is Key” - the procedural requirements of the 120/240 days Rule Philippine Crew Claims “Compliance is Key” - the procedural requirements of the 120/240 days Rule
Many Gard Members employ Ukrainian and Russian seafarers. We outline some of the Frequently Asked Questions related to employment terms and also the impact of the war on P&I cover for crew claims.
Looking at the responsibility for time loss during crew change when the contract is silent or not sufficiently clear.
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
A case study of an incident reported to the club shows the importance of correct manual handling. Credit to: Fearl / Shutterstock.
Credit to: Wan Fahmy Redzuan / Shutterstock. com In the February edition of The Field, we discussed crew risks in the offshore environment.
Circular issued by International Group clubs Reference is made to the Circular of 23 June 2016 which informed Members of the amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006 which will enter into force on 18 January 2017. After this date, ships that are subject to the MLC will be required to display certificate
The Field February 2019. Credit to: Xmentoys / Shutterstock.
Credit to: Fearl / Shutterstock. com Despite continued industry awareness and guidance published on manual handling, numerous musculoskeletal injuries are reported to the Club every year [1] .
Credit to: Mohd KhairilX / Shutterstock. com The seafarer of today is evaluated on their performance on a near daily basis, this is by either another person or by technology.
It has been well documented for many years that fatigue has been an issue for those working in the marine environment. Numerous studies have been undertaken and changes to the way ships operate have been made to ensure that fatigue is managed as effectively and efficiently as possible.
Circular issued by International Group clubs As Members will be aware from the Club's Circulars in June 2016 and October 2016 concerning the implementation of financial certification requirements in accordance with the amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 ("MLC"), the Boards of all Inte
Circular issued by International Group clubs Members are referred to previous circulars ending with the circular dated 27 May 2013 on the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006 and to the information contained in the Insight section of this website. The MLC entered into force on 20 August 2013.
Circular issued by International Group clubs The Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC) entered into force in August 2013 and continues to gain support from states. On 12 November 2015 the People's Republic of China became the 68th state to ratify the Convention.
What a Seafarer's Employment Agreement must include? The MLC Seafarer's Employment Agreements (SEA) must include the following: The full name, date of birth and birthplace of the seafarer The name and address of the shipowner The place where the agreement is entered into The date on which the agreement is entered
Circular issued by International Group clubs Background The International Labour Organization (ILO) adopted the MLC on 23 February 2006. The text of the Convention can be found here .
Credit to: Vitalii Vodolazskyi / Shutterstock. com The UK Financial Services Authority has introduced certain requirements under the Employers' Liability Insurance: Disclosure by Insurers Instrument 2011.