Following increased violence and prison breakouts by armed gangs Haiti has declared a state of emergency, which has affected its port operations.
As the NorthStandard P&I Club informs, Correspondents E&M International Consulting, S.R.L advise tensions in Haiti continue to increase and are turning very violent by the ongoing civil unrest situation. In the city of Port-au-Prince, the terminals of CPS, APN and Martissant are impacted by the presence of armed gangs around the area, who frequently threaten with gunfire, robbery and committing other criminal activities.
Deeply distressed by the escalating crisis in #Haiti.
The international community cannot forget the lives of innocent Haitians caught in the middle of the unfolding violence. pic.twitter.com/DeRSSHN2ly
— UN GA President (@UN_PGA) March 11, 2024
According to their local sources in Haiti, E&M inform that the following ports are operating, but in a limited capacity:
- Varreux
- Thor
- Abraham
- Cap Haïtien
- Laffiteau
To remind, correspondents have previously provided the following recommendations:
- Seek confirmation from the agents or the port authorities/pilot station that safe and proper berthing is available and the status of cargo operations
- The vessel’s crew stay vigilant and maintain appropriate level of security
- Crew should remain on the vessel
- Maintain communication with the agent regarding any changes in the security situation
