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Low sulphur bunker regulations seminar

23 Jan, 2019
On 23 January the West of England’s London office was pleased to host a seminar about the low sulphur bunker regulations that come into effect on 1 January 2020 under Marpol Annex VI.

Threats to vessels in the Red Sea - Important factors for Members to consider

21 Dec, 2023
This circular provides guidance on various issues arising out of the recent attacks in the Red Sea and addresses the possible practical, insurance and legal factors for Members to consider.

No.9 2021/2022 - Dangers of Carrying Iron Ore Fines from Pepel, Sierra Leone

06 Oct, 2021
This Notice should be read in conjunction with Notice to Members No.7 2021/2022 - Sierra Leone - Carriage of Iron Ore Fines Cargoes - Liquefaction Risk relating to the dangers arising from the carriage...

Aluminium Phosphide Fumigation – Fires and Explosions

24 Feb, 2025
Recently the Club has experienced several fires and explosions in cargo holds on-board bulk carriers where aluminium phosphide tablets had been applied to fumigate agricultural products.

USA: Safety Alert – Machinery Breakdowns in the Mississippi River

12 Jan, 2007
Earlier this month the US Coast Guard in New Orleans reported a significant rise in the number of casualties in the Mississippi River during 2006, over one hundred of which were the result of main engine...

Expansion of West War Proposition

22 Jan, 2025
From January 2025, we are pleased to announce a key change to the West War facility. With immediate effect, we are now able to offer coverage for single ‘breach’ voyages.

BIMCO Time Charter parties considerations

09 Oct, 2019
Contributed by Nicholas Woo of Birketts LLP.  

Loading of Coal that has Exhibited Signs of Self-Heating

25 Oct, 2022
Members are reminded that self-heating of coal is more likely when the coal is low rank, geologically immature material sourced from open cast mines such as that commonly shipped from Kalimantan in Indonesia.

Defence Guide - Hold cleaning in a nutshell (time charters)

17 May, 2022
1. On delivery: In the absence of any specific clause, line 22 NYPE requires that the ship be “ready to receive cargo with cleanswept holds” i.e. she is ready to commence loading without delay...

West officially opens its new office in UAE, Dubai

18 Nov, 2024
Following our recent launch event on 04 November at Attiko Dubai, which welcomed Members, brokers, Board Members and important dignitaries, the Club has officially opened its new base in the UAE and is...