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SOLAS - Amendments to the IMSBC Code (Amendment 03-15) - Reminder
17 Nov, 2016
In June 2015 IMO’s Maritime Safety Committee adopted Resolution MSC. 393(95) specifying amendments to the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code. Contracting governments to the SOLAS Convention...
Bunker Quality Disputes Part 1: Practical and Technical Measures
09 Nov, 2022
The consequences of burning off-specification bunkers can be severe, possibly leading to the breakdown of the vessel’s machinery. Even where off-specification bunkers do not result in a breakdown, the...
Venezuela: Prohibitions on the use of the “Petro” cryptocurrency
16 Apr, 2018
Further to our News Item of 28th August 2017, there have been recent developments in Venezuela by way of the introduction of the cryptocurrency, the “Petro”.
The introduction of the Petro was designed...
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...
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...
USA - State of New York Vessel General Permit Ballast Water Requirements
22 Jun, 2010
Members will be aware that following the introduction of the Vessel General Permit (VGP) , some States have specified additional, more stringent compliance requirements than those stated in the VGP. With...
The use of ECDIS Alarms
23 Dec, 2024
Although many vessels have been fitted with Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS) on a voluntary basis, the use of such equipment will increase significantly once passenger vessels,...