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Richard Macnamara retires from West
05 Aug, 2025
West has announced the retirement of Richard Macnamara after 43 years of loyal service.
Digital Distractions at Sea: Issues with Smartphones and Smartwatches for Seafarers
13 May, 2025
As the maritime industry embraces digital transformation, smartphones and smartwatches have become common companions for seafarers. While these devices offer convenience and connectivity, their use during...
West's seafarers on the challenges and rewards of a career at sea
03 Jul, 2020
Any seafarer will tell you that it’s an incredibly demanding job at the best of times. The isolation of long periods at sea or at distant ports with little infrastructure hits home hard on #DayOfTheSeafarer.
West Appoints Business Development Manager
24 Jul, 2024
West are pleased to announce that Windy (Peihua) Zheng has joined the West’s Hong Kong office as a Business Development Manager, effective Monday 15th July.
Biosecurity - Insect Infestation on Ships
14 Apr, 2023
The risk of introducing harmful pests and diseases is an inherent hazard in the global movement of goods. Insects are one of the major concerns for ships as they can cause significant damage to the cargo...
No.8 2022/2023 - EU clarifies sanctions on Russian cargoes including coal and fertilisers (amended)
21 Sep, 2022
EU sanctions – clarification published on the carriage of certain Russian cargoes including coal and fertilisers
Remote Survey Guide for Precautionary Dry Cargo Surveys where Boarding is not Permitted
27 Jan, 2022
The Covid-19 pandemic with the evolution of new variants has continued to exacerbate the difficulties experienced with the arrangement and physical attendance onboard ships for surveyors.
Malacca and Singapore Straits – Increase of Piracy Incidents
02 Mar, 2023
The Malacca and Singapore Straits are two of the world's busiest and most important waterways. However, the region has been plagued by piracy incidents for many years, and unfortunately, the trend is continuing...
Canada - North Atlantic Right Whale - Gulf of St Lawrence (Update 2021)
07 Jul, 2021
The Canadian Government has updated their speed restriction zones to help further reduce the risk of vessels colliding with North Atlantic right whales.