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Piracy – Updated Gulf of Guinea Piracy Guidelines Published (Version 2)
07 Jul, 2016
In January 2013 a number of key industry organisations including the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), BIMCO, Intertanko and Intercargo produced “Interim Guidelines for Owners, Operators and Masters...
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.
BWM compliance on World Maritime Day and beyond
25 Sep, 2025
This year’s World Maritime Day, and its theme of “Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity”, underline the vital role oceans play in sustaining life, livelihoods, and the global economy. Our oceans provide...
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.
Piracy - Ships Transiting the Indian Ocean
23 Apr, 2009
Members will be aware of the recommendation in “Best Management Practices to Deter Piracy in the Gulf of Aden and off the Coast of Somalia” which states that:
“Ships transiting South and East of the...
Pakistan – Cargo Claims
06 Mar, 2023
Pakistan is a rapidly growing market for global trade, with its strategic location connecting Central Asia, South Asia, and the Middle East. However, as with any international trade, some challenges come...
No.7 2025/26 - Inter-Club New York Produce Exchange Agreement 2011 (as amended July 2025)
01 Jul, 2025
The Inter-Club New York Produce Exchange Agreement (the ICA), which was originally formulated and entered into force in 1970, provides a simple mechanism for apportioning cargo claims as between Owners...
MARPOL Annex VI - Reported Instances of Bunker Supplier Non-Compliance
06 Feb, 2015
Members will be aware that if a bunker supplier provides fuel or documentation that does not comply with MARPOL Annex VI requirements or fails to follow the sampling procedures set out in IMO Resolution...