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India - Reinforcing Ban on Thuraya and Iridium Satellite Usage in Indian Waters
14 Jul, 2023
The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) has issued a new order, DGS Order No. 09 of 2023, reiterating the ban on using Thuraya, Iridium, and other similar satellites in Indian waters. The original ban...
MLC 2006 – ICS Guidance for Ship Operators on Port State Control
22 Jul, 2013
As Members will be aware, the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006 enters into force on 20 August 2013.
In 2006, the Diplomatic Conference which adopted MLC also agreed a Resolution recommending that...
"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...
Should I arrange COVID-19 vaccinations for my crew?
19 May, 2021
This is an operational decision but if Members make such arrangements, they must ensure they do their due diligence beforehand. The more responsibility Members assume in arranging vaccinations the greater...
South Korean MOF Vessel Speed Reduction Program
26 May, 2020
In December 2019, the South Korean Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries (MOF) began a Vessel Speed Reduction (VSR) program to reduce the emission of particulates from vessels.
CIMAC Publication on Bunker Fuel Chemical Contamination
24 Nov, 2022
Marine bunker fuel quality is one of the aspects of global shipping that cannot be overemphasised. Bunkers of inferior quality can become not only a cause for additional working hours for engine room crews...
Zinc Concentrate from Bar - Montenegro
09 Nov, 2022
The Managers are aware of a number of cases where Members have been offered bulk cargoes of zinc concentrate from Bar, Montenegro for discharge in China. However, tests of the material have found that...
Illegal Disembarkation of Stowaways at Sea in the Cameroon
08 Jul, 2009
The Budd Group, our correspondents in Douala, Cameroon have sent us the following report alerting us to an urgent matter:
"Douala's Harbour Master in charge of maritime immigration has just informed us...
Ecuador - Ports Under Heightened Security Measures Following Recent Unrest
12 Jan, 2024
In the aftermath of the recent criminal gang attacks on civilians and government targets in Ecuador, the country has declared a State of Emergency to address the escalating situation. Although the initial...