ECDIS - Navigational and claims issues
12/09/2011
The mandatory introduction of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems is seen as a major step forward in safe ship operation and protection of the environment
Circular 09/11: Inter-Club New York Produce Exchange Agreement 1996 (as amended September 2011)
26/08/2011
The Inter-Club Agreement is a means of apportioning cargo liability claims between owners and charterers. The Agreement will shortly incorporate a provision creating entitlement to security on the basis of reciprocity rather than requiring a cargo claim to have been paid. This revision will enhance co-operation between contracting owners and charterers and reduce time and costs incurred in cargo claim disputes. The amended Agreement takes effect from 1st September 2011. The Club recommends its incorporation into all NYPE and Asbatime charterparties going forward
The lists of all approved contractors will now be issued in October 2011.
How to monitor coal cargoes from Indonesia
08/06/2011
A checklist to help reduce the risk of self-heating in Indonesian coal cargoes
PRC Marine Pollution Regulations released: The Club advises Members to refrain from entering agreements with clean-up contractors before "approved" list is provided.
EU sanctions against Syria - May 2011
09/05/2011
COUNCIL REGULATION (EU) No 442/2011 of 9 May 2011 concerning restrictive measures in view of the situation in Syria. This regulation sets out the prohibition of supply of materials and equipment to Syria which may be used for repression of its civilian population. It also provides a list of people and other entities who it identifies as responsible for such acts of repression and thus directly subject to sanction.
Some charterers are seeking to introduce a clause that is potentially prejudicial to owners P&I cover. It seeks to impose responsibility upon an owner for all P&I liabilities even where the charterer is wholly at fault and bars any recourse claims against those charterers. Members are advised to refuse such clauses or face a significant uninsured liability
Iron Ore Fines - Aide Memoire
10/02/2011
A guide to Masters, owners and surveyors in the legal requirements for testing and carrying Iron Ore.
Stowaways checklist
10/02/2011
uidance in steps to take in preventing and dealing with stowaways.