News alert issued by the London P&I Club
The London P&I Club has issued news alert to remind operatrosthat the high risk season for the Asian Gypsy Moth (“AGM”) is now commencing.
This is a serious pest of coniferous and deciduous trees to the extent that both Canadian and USA authorities have detailed regulations as to measures to prevent the entry of AGM on vessels calling at ports in Canada and USA.
Operators calling in high risk areas for AGM, including eastern Russia, northern China, Japan and the Republic of Korea, should ensure they comply with the applicable regulations.
Source: London P&I Club
You can also read the related previous alert:Asia Gypsy Moth Update
