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The Government of New South Wales (NSW) has recently passed the Protection of the Environment Operations (Clean Air) Amendment (Cruise Ships) Regulation 2015 which requires the use of low sulphur fuel...

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.

Vessels calling at Singapore for bunkers often anchor “Outside Port Limits” (OPL) to avoid port charges and pilotage fees. This has been common practice for many years. However, in the past few weeks...

June 2018

Due to its strength, superior grip, good abrasion resistance and low stretch qualities, manila is usually the rope of choice when constructing lifeboat and liferaft embarkation ladders, pilot ladders and...

June 2016

Initially launched in 2020, in collaboration with the National Oceanography Centre (NOC), West are proud to be involved with the West P&I Science Bursary. This initiative continues to highlight their commitment...

The US Coast Guard (USCG) have issued guidance to inspectors on how to enforce the IMO Cyber Risk Management Guidelines that come into force on 1st January 2021 for all ships trading to the United States.

Translations: Chinese  Vietnamese   The International Group’s list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on piracy has recently been updated. Changes include revised guidance with regard to contractual...