Recently, a vessel entered with the Association, called at a Turkish port to discharge a cargo of wood chips. During discharge, a conveyor band was used. To reduce friction on the conveyor band during the discharge operations, fresh water was poured onto the band. The water fell onto the deck and over the side of the ship carrying with it the dirt on the deck and some wood chips. A fine for environmental pollution was immediately imposed.
683 - 03/10 - Fumigation - Worldwide
12/03/2010
The Association would like to remind Members of the hazards associated with fumigation following a recent incident.
The Association would like to inform Members of the upcoming Concentrated Inspection Campaign (CIC) to be carried out by Members of the Vina del Mar agreement.
682 - 02/10 - Fuel Sulphur Content - Italy
05/03/2010
The Association would like to inform Members of the situation in Italian ports regarding the implementation of the EU low sulphur directive.
TB32 - AIS
26/02/2010
Gas carrier ships are not required to carry Blue Cards in compliance with the 1992 International Convention on Civil Liability for Oil Pollution Damage (CLC). International Group clubs have discontinued issuing Blue Cards for gas carriers, both LNG & LPG, with immediate effect. Exceptionally, some older LPG vessels which were constructed or adapted to carry persistent oil in bulk as cargo remain entitled to obtain Blue Cards.
The Association would like to inform Members about the rising number of thefts onboard vessels berthed at the Port of Durban despite implementation of additional security measures.
The Association would like to highlight the developing situation with regards to vessels trading between Argentina and the Falkland Islands.
This Legal Briefing reviews the key directives issued by the EU regarding environmental protection and the regulation of shipping. The main directives are presented in tabular form to compare their scope and impact.
678 - 02/10 - Mooring Incidents - Worldwide
12/02/2010
The Association has recently become aware of an increasing number of mooring incidents involving non-deck crew and cadets. Mooring is a dangerous part of a vessel's operation but can be done safely when those involved are properly trained, supervised and follow the correct procedures.