China: Shanghai MSA issued a Safety Notice on inspection on propulsion and auxiliary machinery
19/04/2021
Following the collision in the deep water channel of Changjiangkou (CJK) area, Shanghai Maritime Administration (the "Shanghai MSA") has issued a Safety Notice to urge all ships to undertake thorough propulsion and auxiliary machinery detection prior to departure from the berth or arrival in the restricted waters.
Supreme Court: First major clarification in 50 years on interpretation of International Regulations for Preventing Collisions @ Sea 1972, specifically Crossing Rules
Please find below information received from UK Club correspondent in Turkey, Vitsan; the circular outlines the recent announcement that wash water discharge of open-loop scrubbers is prohibited in Turkish waters
The UK P&I Club recently held a Webinar on the subject of Mooring operations and safety; the Webinar received overwhelming response with about 2350 registrations from 78 countries.
After the webinar on mooring a follow up bonus session was held with the industry to discuss the practical challenges and how these are overcome
FAQ - Hold Preparation and Cleaning
09/04/2021
Hold preparation is probably the most vital part of bulk carrier operations; if it is not undertaken properly, it can result in substantial cargo claims, delays, additional cleaning, survey costs and expensive off-hire disputes.
Hold Cleaning: the legal issues
09/04/2021
The preparation of cargo holds for the next intended carriage is a critical operation which requires careful planning and execution; this article considers a number of legal issues which may arise, including terms commonly used in charterparties to describe the cleanliness of cargo holds, the consequences of failing to comply with such terms, potentially resulting in off-hire claims and damages, and the role of the independent surveyor.
Lessons Learnt: Wet damage to cargo of maize
08/04/2021
During the initial stages of the voyage, the vessel encountered heavy weather, with spray and seas shipped on deck and all hatch covers over a period of 8 days; this video explores how this affected the maize cargo
In Adams v All Coast, No
Grief is the emotional suffering we experience when we lose someone or something valuable to us; this advice covers the emotional reactions one may experience, the stages, signs and symptoms of grief as well as how to cope with it
Violation of the California's Ocean-Going Vessel At Berth Regulations Results In almost $2m million settlement.
The crux of the issue in this case was that restroom on Jet Cat Express, passenger vessel owned and operated by Catalina, was too narrow for Plaintiff's wheelchair.