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National Oceanography Centre - Waypoints Issue 03
26 Oct, 2022
The big science taking place every day on the vessels and facilities of the UK’s National Oceanography Centre (NOC) takes many forms, and investing for the future is key, writes Dr Eleanor Darlington.
Indian Admiralty Bill-Important update
09 Mar, 2018
On 24 July 2017, the Upper House of the Parliament of India passed the Admiralty (Jurisdiction and Settlement of Maritime Claims) Bill, 2017. The President of India has given assent to the Bill. The Bill...
The EU F-Gasses Regulation and what it means for the maritime industry
04 Mar, 2020
From 1st January 2020, it shall be prohibited to use of fluorinated greenhouse gases with a global warming potential of 2,500 or more, to service or maintain refrigeration equipment.
South Africa - Stowaways - Update
12 Jun, 2012
Translations: Chinese
In the past month the Club has experienced a number of cases involving stowaways boarding vessels in Durban, South Africa. Members with vessels on passage to Durban or other ports...
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.
The Risk of Tugs Capsizing due to Girting
27 Dec, 2024
Introduction
Towing operations, by their very nature, can be dangerous if not safely managed and executed. One particular hazard is “girting” which can rapidly lead to the tug or towing vessel capsizing...
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.