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The grounding risk to vessels within this locality has been amplified by low water levels being experienced within the Parana river system.

The IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee has recently approved the “2011 Guidelines for the Carriage of Blends of Petroleum Oil and Bio-Fuels”. The new guidelines, contained in the Annex to MEPC....

Oil/chemical tanker blasts are still happening despite the implementation of updated requirements for inert gas systems.

We refer to our Notice to Members No. 16. By way of clarification, the notice of alteration applies to all non-mutual business, including but not limited to...

EU sanctions – clarification published on the carriage of certain Russian cargoes including coal and fertilisers

West has assembled a library of resources dedicated to helping Members with matters involving Bills of Lading, including videos, claims guides and articles covering a wide variety of topics.

Written by Nicola Cox, Head of Defence.

When a charterer fails to make punctual payment, the owner has a variety of remedies. He may elect to lien cargo, (sub) freight and/or (sub) hire (see our articles on these subjects). Alternatively, owners...

Further to our article, Ship Lay up During the Coronavirus Pandemic, we are providing an investigation report from The National Safety Board (NTSB) to highlight the importance of proper preparation and...