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Wire Transfer Fraud
27 Jan, 2016
Beware wire transfer fraud! Business email addresses are being intercepted in order fraudulently to divert funds
Trading to the USA
16 Sep, 2024
Members will be aware of the numerous regulatory requirements that come with trading to the United States and US Territories. These include both federal and state-specific obligations. The Club has created...
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...
Russian sanctions – FHM Client Alert underlines designation risk
12 Mar, 2024
In reaction to a recent spate of new designations by the U.S. authorities against Russia, the Club’s U.S. lawyers Freehill, Hogan & Mahar (FHM) have produced a helpful Client Alert which summarises the...
No.12 2024/25 - Updated advisory for the Maritime industry
11 Nov, 2024
On 21 October 2024, the Price Cap Coalition (“Coalition”) issued an Updated Advisory for the Maritime Industry which sets out best practice recommendations for those involved in the trade of Russian origin...
Venezuela - re-imposition of U.S. sanctions
22 Apr, 2024
On 17 April 2024 OFAC issued General License 44A (GL44A) which permits the wind-down of oil and gas operations in Venezuela until 31 May 2024, including “the production, lifting, sale, and exportation...
Benin - Severe Berthing Delays at Cotonou for Rice Vessels
28 Jan, 2014
The Club’s Benin correspondents, TCI Africa, have advised that vessels carrying bagged parboiled rice to Cotonou are experiencing serious berthing delays.
In January 2013 the Nigerian government raised...
Time Charter Issues: A Case Study
03 Nov, 2021
A case study in common time charter issues including: calculating the redelivery date and final hire due, withdrawal of the vessel from charter and the effect of withdrawal down the charter chain.
West P&I are delighted to continue supporting the Science Bursary with National Oceanography Centre
11 Apr, 2024
Initially launched in 2020, in collaboration with the National Oceanography Centre (NOC), West are proud to be involved with the West P&I Science Bursary. This initiative continues to highlight their commitment...
An Introduction to Alaska Pollution Laws & Regulations
04 Jul, 2025
In 1989, the oil tanker EXXON VALDEZ ran aground in Prince William Sound, Alaska, spilling around 37,000 tonnes of Alaska North Slope crude oil that spread over an estimated 1,800km, coating rocky shorelines...