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Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are a must have on ships

19 Nov, 2024
West's position on AEDs is that every ship should have at least one AED onboard. A lack of defibrillators is putting seafarers' lives at risk, with limited medical facilities onboard most ships and a lack...

Port State Control 2026 Concentrated Inspection Campaign on Cargo Securing

24 Aug, 2026
The Tokyo MoU and Paris MoU will conduct a joint Concentrated Inspection Campaign (CIC) on the cargo securing of cargo units and cargo transport units from 1 September to 30 November 2026.

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,...

Venezuela - re-imposition of U.S. sanctions

22 Apr, 2024
On 17 April 2024 OFAC issued General License 44A (GL44A) which permits the wind-down of oil and gas operations in Venezuela until 31 May 2024, including “the production, lifting, sale, and exportation...

Neptune - Bunker Info tab updates

03 Jul, 2025
Importance of bunker fuel quality cannot be overemphasised. Bunker of substandard quality may lead to technical issues with far-reaching consequences such as statutory non-compliance and fines or commercial...

SOLAS - Amendments to the IMSBC Code (Amendment 08/25)

28 Oct, 2025
In June 2025, the IMO’s Maritime Safety Committee adopted Resolution MSC.575(110), setting out the latest amendments to the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code.

Poles Apart? An Introduction to the Regulation of Polar Shipping

26 Apr, 2023
Ships trading or transiting through polar waters are subject to specific regulations to address the protection of pristine natural environments as well as safety of crew and ships in remote and hazardous...

West announces the successful completion of its 2021 renewal

23 Feb, 2021
The Club is pleased to announce the successful completion of its 2021 renewal, which was conducted in especially challenging circumstances.