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Ukraine Conflict - EU imposes further sanctions on Russia
18 Mar, 2022
On 15 March 2022 the EU adopted a fourth package of sanctions in response to Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine.
SOLAS - New AIS Annual Test Requirement
25 May, 2012
Members are reminded that as from 1 July 2012, all vessels fitted with an Automatic Identification System (AIS) will be required to have their AIS equipment tested annually. The test should be conducted...
Comprehensive Guide to Sampling Procedures: Best Practices and Insights
09 Nov, 2022
Given that cargo contamination claims are the most frequent and costly claim that tankers experience, the following bulletin highlights the best sampling practices to be undertaken onboard vessels.
Cyber Security is like basic hygiene - Waypoints article
22 Apr, 2021
There are a few simple things that need to be done to prevent the majority of malware. We have to remember that the internet is a vast domain populated by a lot of people, and that like society as a whole,...
Important U.S. Supreme Court decision on safe berth clauses
02 Apr, 2020
Earlier this week, the US Supreme Court reached a landmark decision on safe berth clauses in a case dating back to 2004.
USA - Voluntary Vessel Fuel Oil Sampling Programme
22 Feb, 2016
In order to help assess compliance with MARPOL Annex VI fuel oil sulphur content requirements for vessels operating within the North American and US Caribbean Sea Sulphur Emission Control Areas (SECAs),...
Russian Sanctions update - Canadian and UK Prohibitions on Russian vessels
02 Mar, 2022
Both the British and Canadian Governments are enacting or have enacted legislation prohibiting the entry to ports and internal waters of Russian vessels.
No. 1 2019/2020 - Update on Insurance Premium Tax
08 Mar, 2019
Dear Sirs,
Working through the International Group, and with specialised legal support, the Clubs continue to monitor the developing situation in Germany as regards Insurance Premium Tax on Clubs’ business....
USA - State of New York Ballast Water Requirements - Update
16 Feb, 2011
In June 2010 Members were advised of New York State’s stringent new ballast water management requirements which would affect the majority of vessels falling within the ambit of the Vessel General Permit...
Cuba sanctions
21 Oct, 2016
The United States has long maintained sanctions against Cuba and which included a ban on vessels calling in US waters for 180 days after having traded to Cuba. It was recently announced that this prohibition...