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Fines for improper use of onboard Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems (EGCS)
29 Feb, 2024
The Club has been made aware of cases where vessels were fined by local authorities for improper use of onboard Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems (EGCS).
West appoints Bart Mertens as Chief Underwriting Officer
10 Sep, 2024
West is pleased to announce the appointment of Bart Mertens as Chief Underwriting Officer, effective early 2025.
Bart has over 30 years experience in the marine insurance industry and joins West...
Piracy in the Gulf of Aden
16 Oct, 2008
As a result of the increasing number of piracy attacks and hijackings in the Gulf of Aden, the US Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI) has analysed over twenty recent incidents involving gunfire or seizure....
No.9 2022/2023 - MARIN - Roll Risk Estimator
05 Sep, 2022
The International Group is a member of the Maritime Research Institute of the Netherlands (MARIN) Top Tier project. The project has been established to examine and assess the causes of container losses...
Navigating the Seas of Sustainability - FAME Biofuel Blends in Marine Engines
11 Jul, 2023
As the shipping industry strives to improve its environmental sustainability and minimise its greenhouse gas emissions, the utilisation of biofuel blends in marine engines has emerged as a promising solution....
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...
New Learn the Ropes Loss Prevention Video Published
08 Mar, 2024
A new video has been added to the Club's LEARN THE ROPES video series, offering insight into Port State Control (PSC) inspections and what to expect during their conduct onboard a vessel.
Venezuela - potential re-imposition of U.S. sanctions
05 Feb, 2024
Members will recall from our News Item of 20 October 2023 that in anticipation of certain events related to Venezuela’s democratic process, the United States issued a number of General Licenses and General...
Mauritania - Precautions to take during calls at the port of Nouakchott
17 Jan, 2023
The seaport of Nouakchott, Mauritania, is experiencing problems related to wind and swell, risks of grounding due to unreliable berth depths, harbour infrastructure damage claims, an acceptance of the...
USA - Ballast Water Discharge Rule - Frequently Asked Questions
10 Aug, 2012
In May 2012 Members were advised of the entry into force in the United States of the Ballast Water Discharge Rule on 21 June 2012. The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has since published a set of answers...