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GDPR FAQ What is the GDPR? On April 8, 2016 the European Union adopted a new regulation called the General Data Protection Regulation. It replaces the EU Data Protection Directive and applies to all…

The Seventh Wonder of the Modern World: the Panama Canal Introduction to the Panama Canal In 1914, a single ship passed through the Panama Canal to little fanefare1 bringing to fruition a…

Offshore Wind, the Renewable Energy Revolution, Slow Progress but Optimistic Outlook Offshore wind farms in the U.S. Wind energy is quickly emerging as an important component of our future energy…

Ask an Expert: BWM - Type Approval with Dr Li Gang from SGS Video not working? This video is also available at the UK Club Vimeo page.  Type Approval US Vs IMO, old G8 Vs BWM Code In the…

Ask an Expert: BWM - Compliance Monitoring with Dr Guillaume Drillet from SGS Video not working? This video is also at the UK Club Vimeo page.  Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement of the…

IG P&I FAQ: Vaccination of Seafarers Introduction This document has been produced by the thirteen P&I Clubs which are members of the International Group of P&I Clubs in order to answer a…

ICS publishes COVID-19 Legal, Liability and Insurance Issues arising from Vaccination of Seafarers This Guidance addresses legal, liability and insurance issues that could potentially arise for…

Safety of navigation in confined waters: a practical guide to avoid accidents Introduction In recent years, despite the continuous training of crews, the various BRM courses, thorough procedures,…

Collisions between Cargo Ships and Fishing Vessels in Japan Introduction There have been many collisions between cargo ships and fishing vessels near Japan due to the large number of fishing…

Canada Ballast Water Regulations - Update Transport Canada recently announced an update to their Ballast Water Regulations (SOR/2021-120) which entered into immediate effect. The previously…