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MLC and Abandoned Seafarers - The Theory and the Practice
03 Feb, 2022
The 2014 amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC) entered into force in early 2017 with the aim of protecting seafarers who had been abandoned by their employers.
Red Sea War buy back cover for Non-Mutual Entries
16 Feb, 2024
With reference to our Notice to Members No. 20 2023/24 - Notice of Cancellation in respect of non-mutual war risk business, following discussions with our reinsurers, the Managers are pleased to advise...
West joins the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network
09 May, 2023
As part of our enhanced ESG efforts, we are pleased to announce that West has been approved as the latest member of the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN).
New Learn the Ropes Loss Prevention Video Published
15 Mar, 2023
A new video has been added to the Club's recently released LEARN THE ROPES video series, detailing the correct procedure for performing a rocking test on pedestal-mounted rotating cranes.
Disruption and Closure of the Port of Port Sudan (Update)
20 Apr, 2023
According to Club's local correspondent, Mutual Marine Services Al Mushtaraka Ltd, update of 20 April 2023, the Port Sudan situation has stabilised, which is a positive development for the city considering...
USA: California Air Resources Board 2014 Amendments to the Ocean Going Vessels Fuel Rule
25 Nov, 2013
Members are reminded that from 1 January 2014 the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Ocean Going Vessels (OGV) Fuel Rule Phase II fuel requirements will enter in to force. The maximum permitted sulphur...
Argentina - Customs Fines in Parana River Ports
20 Dec, 2013
In February 2013 the Club advised Members in a news article entitled Argentina – Customs Fines in San Nicolas that the customs authorities in San Nicolas, Argentina were rigorously enforcing the Argentinean...
Maritime Autonomy Policy
03 Jan, 2024
Innovation in shipping presents exciting opportunities for industry and challenges for regulators. The recent emergence of autonomy in shipping and its wide range of applications is no different.
Russian Sanctions - designation update
22 Jul, 2024
Further to our March 2024 news item, the UK authorities have since designated Russian insurance provider Ingosstrakh Insurance Company resultant from their “carrying on business in a sector of strategic...
West P&I 2023 Rule Book now available
16 Feb, 2023
Our updated 2023 Rules of Classes 1&2 book is now available for download.