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Overview of ULSFO off-specs
08 May, 2024
In December 2022 the 79th session of the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 79) adopted Resolution MEPC.361(79) establishing a Mediterranean Sea Emission Control Area for sulphur oxides...
Argentina Parana River Groundings
08 Jun, 2020
The grounding risk to vessels within this locality has been amplified by low water levels being experienced within the Parana river system.
BWM compliance on World Maritime Day and beyond
25 Sep, 2025
This year’s World Maritime Day, and its theme of “Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity”, underline the vital role oceans play in sustaining life, livelihoods, and the global economy. Our oceans provide...
Wire Transfer Fraud
27 Jan, 2016
Beware wire transfer fraud! Business email addresses are being intercepted in order fraudulently to divert funds
China - Changes to calculation of pollution fines from 15 August 2026
19 Mar, 2026
On 12 March 2026, the National People’s Congress formally adopted the Ecological and Environmental Protection Code (the “Code”), marking a significant milestone in the continued development and consolidation...
“Countering Russian sanctions evasion” – guidance from the UK
06 Nov, 2025
The UK’s Office of Trade Sanctions Implementation or OTSI has recently published updated guidance to the freight and shipping sectors on how to avoid circumvention of sanctions against Russia.
Engine Room Fire Onboard a Laid-up Bulk Carrier
02 Jun, 2020
Further to our article, Ship Lay up During the Coronavirus Pandemic, we are providing an investigation report from The National Safety Board (NTSB) to highlight the importance of proper preparation and...
MARPOL Annex 1 Amendments Entering into Force July 2024
18 Jun, 2024
West would like to remind Members of the new regulatory requirements coming into effect from the 1st of July 2024 regarding MARPOL Annex 1. It includes the addition of a new regulation to Chapter 9 of...
No.19 2024/25 - General Meeting of the Members
17 Jan, 2025
Further to the Notice to Members No- 14 2024/25 notifying that a General Meeting of Class 1 and Class 2 Members of the Association will be held on Tuesday, 28 January 2025, notice is hereby given that...
In a nutshell: Defence Guides
25 Mar, 2024
Our free to read "In a Nutshell" Defence Guide book contains a curated collection of Defence guides on a wide variety of topics. From regulatory compliance to risk management strategies, our comprehensive...