Sea Tank Shipping AS v Vinnlustodin HF, Vatryggingafelag Islands FH (The "Aqasia") [2018]: UK Court of Appeal confirms package limitation doesn't apply to bulk cargo
A lot is being said about the implications of blockchain technology on the shipping supply chain and the prophesised benefits it will eventually bring to the industry, such as cost and time savings.
Asian Gypsy Moth - Update
14/06/2018
The UK P&I Club have received the following update from local correspondents, PICC, regarding the high risk season for Asian Gypsy Moth (AGM).
Collision avoidance seminar- Japan
14/06/2018
The UK P&I Club recently held its annual P&I seminar for its Members in Tokyo on the subject of collision avoidance.
The UK Club have received the following update from Dias Marine Consulting, regarding new aspects of ballast problems in Ukrainian ports.
Risk Ahoy- Safety at Sea Awards 2018
14/06/2018
The UK Club is delighted to have been shortlisted for Safety at Sea Best safety Product of the Year Award for its innovative training game - Risk Ahoy.
Transport Canada has issued Ship Safety Bulletin 07/2018, announcing important updates to the Canadian Ballast Water Reporting Form
Following a review by the International Group's Reinsurance Subcommittee of the broking arrangements for its General Excess Loss and the Hydra reinsurance programmes and a tender process initiated at the beginning of March and completed at the beginning of June, the Group has restructured its broking arrangements going forward.
For a Safer Tomorrow
11/06/2018
To celebrate its 150th Anniversary in 2019 the Club is launching a global competition, aimed at developing safety innovation in shipping.
Superstitious Sailors
08/06/2018
Ever heard the phrase "as superstitious as a sailor"? Me either, as it doesn't exist. HOWEVER, sailors are a superstitious bunch and this week we bring you some of their most interesting apprehensions.
Current Bunker Issues in US Gulf
08/06/2018
Following the continued coverage of bunker issues in the US Gulf, the Club has produced this short FAQ in conjunction with Brookes Bell. Should you have any further questions or claims arising, please contact your usual P&I or Defence claims handler.
Members are advised that there will be temporary restrictions in place in the vicinity of Sentosa Island during the planned summit between US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.
Posidonia Cup 2018
07/06/2018
Piracy Update - Venezuela
05/06/2018
The UK Club have received the following update from Matheus & Ulloa, regarding piracy in Venezuela.
This circular provides general guidance to Members on the EU General Data Protection Regulation as relevant to the UK Club and its Members
Circular 5/18: Review of Open Policy Years
29/05/2018
Circular 4/18: Iran Sanctions
26/05/2018
The decision by President Trump announced on 8th May, 2018 to cease the US participation in the JCPOA and to begin re-imposing US nuclear-related sanctions which were lifted to implement the JCPOA, is likely to have significant ramifications for maritime trade with Iran and the insurance of such trade.
The Maritime and Port authority of Singapore (MPA) has released a port circular regarding the control of smoke emissions by vessels in Port.
Members may recollect previous bulletin by the Club which covered developments in bunkering in Singapore. The Maritime Port Authority of Singapore (MPA ) had mandated that all Marine Fuel oil delivery in Singapore after the date of 01 January 2017 was to take place with the use of Mass Flow metering (MFM) system.