A number of Members have contacted the Club with queries regarding the use of electronic bills of lading and any potential consequences for P&I cover
Navigate the latest changes in Canadian port regulations
Maritime Labour Convention update 15/05/2013
15/05/2013
Clarification and guidance on the financial security requirements for the Maritime Labour Convention, which will become effective in August 2013 are set out.
The UK P&I Club shares vital lessons from reallife shipping incidents to help avoid claims
Revised MARPOL Annex V adopted 2011, in force 2013, prohibits discharge of ship garbage into sea except as provided; MEPC approved changes & new guidelines for implementation & garbage management plans to prevent marine pollution.
The United States Coast Guard has recently posted two useful updates to its resource page on ballast water management. Its extensive list of frequently asked questions (FAQ) on the subject clarifies topics ranging from the definition and applicability of ballast water standards through to type approval of ballast water management systems. These FAQs were augmented and updated on the 5th April.
Malta - MLC 2006 Compliance resources
21/03/2013
Malta is in the process of ratification of the MLC and has released the draft of the MLC rules which members with Malta flag can use as guidance.
Singapore - MLC 2006 Compliance resources
21/03/2013
The Maritime Port Authority Singapore has published a circular to give guidance on the
International Group FAQs - US sanctions Iran
18/03/2013
The attached FAQs from the International Group provide a comprehensive summary of the relevant legislation and key provisions that impact on trade activities and financial transactions with Iran
US Treasury Dept issues final rule amending Iranian Transactions & Sanctions Regulations to implement Iran Threat Reduction Act sections
Latest update on EU sanctions against Iran - new measures widen banned goods, increase asset freezes & impose restrictions on EU banks aligning them with existing UK bank limitations.
US Sanctions Update - U.S. Bans Foreign Subsidiaries of U.S. Companies from Doing Business with Iran
13/12/2012
On October 9, 2012, the U.S
Explore the need for a new form in the LNG chartering market
Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006)
21/09/2012
LC 2006 is a comprehensive international labour convention coming into force in 2013 that sets out seafarers' rights to decent conditions of work and helps to create conditions of fair competition for shipowners.
New Commonwealth laws have come into effect which extend strict liability for oil pollution to Charterers and increase penalties fortyfold.
Liquefaction - the latest position
15/08/2012
Learn about the latest position on liquefaction risks with nickel ore cargoes from Indonesia & the Philippines
New Executive Order on Iran
01/08/2012
Stay informed on the new Executive Order on Iran signed by President Obama on August 1, 2012
European Commission closes investigation
01/08/2012
The European Commission has today announced that it has closed its review of the International Group's claims-sharing and reinsurance arrangements
New Iran Sanctions Legislation Bill
01/08/2012
The House and Senate conferees have come to an agreement regarding new Iran sanctions legislation
The Tokyo MOU maintains a good trend of development and achievement of PSC activities