Tank cleaning operations should always be carried out in strict compliance with documented shipboard procedures and guidelines.
When Dylan sang ".you're gonna have to serve somebody." he was right; however, the recent decisions in The Amity and Sino Channel Asia v Dana Shipping & Trading show, you do need to beware of some potential pitfalls.
We have received notice from Members regarding email spam purportedly being sent from Del Rosario & Del Rosario Law Offices in Philippines. Del Rosario have advised that these emails are spam and should be ignored.
The UK Club have received the following circular from local correspondents Huatai, regarding stricter regulation on solid waste importation in China from 2018.
Download the Correspondents App
05/02/2018
For the 2018 year, the Club will no longer be sending out hard copies of either the Rule Book or the accompanying Correspondent Book. Instead, pdf copies will be available on the Club website, and will be emailed to Members.
North China's record low temperatures and icy sea ask for special caution during navigation
01/02/2018
The UK P&I Club have received the following circular from local correspondents Huatai, regarding record low temperatures in North China and icy sea conditions.
Time to Talk Day 2018
01/02/2018
Mental health issues are a global concern, and the UK Club continues to see an increase in mental health related claims and enquiries from Members. In order to address these concerns, The Club has been raising awareness on mental health via literature, videos, and charity partnerships.
Indonesia - Abandoned Cargo Advice
01/02/2018
Discover why cargo is abandoned in Indonesia, from trade failure to customs clearance issues
Malaysia - Abandoned Cargo Advice
01/02/2018
Philippines - Abandoned Cargo Advice
01/02/2018
USA - Abandoned Cargo Advice
01/02/2018
Vietnam - Abandoned Cargo Advice
01/02/2018
India - Abandoned Cargo Advice
31/01/2018
Learn about cargo abandonment procedures in India
China - Abandoned Cargo Advice
30/01/2018
Unlock insights into global shipping regulations
The Club has recently been notified through various sources about a newly enforced Yellow Fever quarantine requirement for individuals, vessels and cargo entering into China from certain countries as announced by the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ) website Announcement No. 11/2018, dated 19th January 2018.
Benin - Abandoned Cargo Advice
30/01/2018
Ivory Coast - Abandoned Cargo Advice
30/01/2018
Liberia - Abandoned Cargo Advice
30/01/2018
Limit on Special War Risks P&I cover for 2018 policy year remains US$500 million. Bio-Chem" exclusion remains, and a supplementary cover for "Bio-Chem" risks in respect of crew and legal costs limited at US$30 million continues to be available. A portion of these covers is provided in accordance with the requirements of the US Terrorism Risk Insurance Act of 2002 (Act), as amended by the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act (TRIPRA) of 2015