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USA – Right Whale Ship Strike Reduction Rule – Update
12 Dec, 2013
In November 2010 the Club published USA – Right Whale Ship Strike Reduction Rule reminding Members to ensure their vessels complied with the seasonal speed limit restrictions in place in certain areas...
Turkey - Environmental Pollution Fines: Updated for 2024
03 Jan, 2024
Pollution fines in Turkey continue to undergo regular annual updates, reinforcing the commitment to stringent environmental protection measures. As of the latest amendments effective from 1 January 2024,...
An Introduction to California Pollution Laws & Regulations
02 Aug, 2023
In response to a number of pollution incidents on the US West Coast, the State government of California imposes requirements on vessels in addition to those already set by the Federal government.
We...
Response To Accidents From Incorrect Use Or Failure Of Lifeboat On-Load Release Systems
01 Aug, 2011
In response to accidents resulting from the incorrect use or failure of on-load release systems on lifeboats, the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has recently adopted changes to SOLAS and the...
SOLAS: Amendments to the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code - Reminder
19 Nov, 2012
On 20 May 2011 the International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO’s) Maritime Safety Committee at its eighty-ninth session adopted Resolution MSC. (318)89 regarding amendments to the International Maritime...
Marine Diesel Engine Lubrication
23 Dec, 2024
In recent months several entered vessels
have experienced main engine breakdowns
caused by heavily contaminated lubricating
oil. All of the vessels were relatively new.
"Mental health is a Universal Human Right"
10 Oct, 2023
As we celebrate World Mental Health Day today, we would like to highlight the importance of a healthy working environment for Seafarers, which is productive to good mental health, lowers stigma, and promotes...
Our Charity Partners - One year on
23 Sep, 2021
In September 2020, West launched it’s long-term charity program and made commitments of financial support to three select charities (National Oceanography Centre, Sailors’ Society and Blue Marine). We...
Ukraine Conflict
25 Feb, 2022
This page contains the latest news, resources and guidance on the conflict in Ukraine. Members are advised to check back regularly for updates.