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Bunker Disputes - The “Cappuccino Effect”
09 Nov, 2022
A recent bunker dispute involving an entered vessel highlighted a well-known ploy whereby a bunker supplier alleged that more fuel oil had been provided to the vessel than had actually been received.
UAE Office Announcement
01 Aug, 2024
The Club is pleased to announce a new regional office in the UAE, to be led by Captain Gagan Dhillon, as we enhance our localised service to our Members and partners in the region.
Navigating the Persian Gulf in 2025: A Maritime Security Brief for Seafarers
26 Jun, 2025
The Persian Gulf is a crucial channel for the transit of goods, and it is currently grappling with geopolitical tensions, as well as significant maritime security threats, which is disrupting commercial...
Pedestal Cargo Cranes - Wire Damage and Failure
09 Nov, 2022
It is not uncommon for the Club to be notified of claims involving the failure of pedestal cargo cranes, or wire damage associated with the operation of such equipment.
USA: Importer Security Filing and Additional Carrier Requirements (10+2 Rule)
04 Dec, 2008
USA – Importer Security Filing and Additional Carrier Requirements (“10+2 Rule”)
Members will be familiar with the “24 Hour Rule” which requires carriers to submit advance cargo information to the US...
Member Training Week 2026
26 Jan, 2026
We are delighted to announce that this popular event is returning for 2026!
It will comprise of a week of lectures and workshops presented by West staff and external speakers, covering all aspects of...
Engine Room Fire Safety
25 Jul, 2019
Engine room fires are particularly difficult to tackle due to the possibly confined nature of the scene and an abundance of fire triangle elements: heat, fuel and air.
Argentina - Parana River Speed Restrictions
13 Jan, 2021
Recently the Club has received several claims for fines imposed by the Argentinian Coast Guard for excessive vessel speed, primarily in the Rosario port area of the Parana River, where the obligatory speed...
No.13 2025/26 (UPDATED) - Russia - EU, UK and US Sanctions Updates
14 Nov, 2025
On 26 January 2026, the 27 EU Member states formally adopted the ban on the import of LNG into the EU, as previously detailed in the 19th EU sanctions package and in our below Notice.
Arrived ship, NORs and demurrage time bars: Owners beware
02 Sep, 2021
A recent unpublished LMAA arbitration award* for one of the Club’s owner Members has concluded that, where a vessel tenders NOR too early, namely at the end of sea passage before she has reached customary...