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Intercargo Guide for the Safe Loading of Nickel Ore
13 Feb, 2012
The sinking of “Vinalines Queen” in December 2011 while on passage from Morowali, Indonesia to Ningde, China was a tragic reminder of the risks associated with the carriage of nickel ore. Within the space...
Office Profile Singapore - Waypoints Issue 03
09 Nov, 2022
West’s Singapore office is right at the heart of one of the world’s busiest port cities.
Brazil - Liquefaction of Bauxite Cargoes
15 Mar, 2012
Translations: Chinese
The Club has recently been advised by P&I correspondents in Brazil that several vessels have experienced cargo liquefaction problems after loading bauxite at various ports in the...
Coronavirus - Legal Issues Arising From The Coronavirus Outbreak
08 Apr, 2020
The World Health Organisation has declared the coronavirus outbreak a global emergency. Several legal issues for shipowners, operators and charterers may arise as a result of the outbreak and this article...
COVID-19: A Harbinger of Positive Change for Shipowners and Seafarers?
12 Jan, 2022
The pandemic has been disastrous for seafarers: but the increased psychological focus on their mental wellbeing might cue improvements that benefit everyone.
Ship Lay-Up During the Coronavirus Pandemic
06 May, 2020
In light of volatile global markets and the impact of Coronavirus, Members may be considering taking a ship out of service until demand rises again.
Türkiye – Regional Disruptions to Shipping and Ports following the Devastating Earthquake
09 Feb, 2023
The tragic events that have unfolded in the southern provinces of Turkey following the experience of the major earthquakes have expectedly resulted in significant disruptions to and the destruction of...
Circular - VPS Update on Houston Fuel Contamination
08 Aug, 2023
VPS reported on the 10th of July 2023 the detection of chemical contaminants in VLSFO bunker fuel deliveries in Houston at notably elevated concentrations.
ECSA presses for ratification of the Hong Kong Convention
20 May, 2020
In a letter entitled “Contribution ECSA Roadmap and Inception Impact Assessment of Waste Shipments (Waste Shipment Regulation, WSR)”, the European Community Shipowners’ Associations (ECSA) has called on...
USA - Notification to the USCG of Hazardous Conditions
14 Feb, 2011
Background
US correspondents Keesal, Young & Logan have advised the Club of a change in the manner in which the United States Coast Guard (USCG) and Department of Justice may deal with vessels within...