Venezuela is a key producer of coffee, cocoa, iron ore, coal and oil
The Skuld P&I Club has dealt with a number of matters linked to Venezuela, therefore it has produced a significant amount of loss prevention material particular for calls to this country’s ports to give operators an easy overview of the position and allow them to suitably risk manage future calls to port in Venezuela.
Today Venezuela is a key producer of such valuable export commodities as coffee, cocoa, iron ore, coal and of course oil. This makes it a significant export nation and port of call for the global maritime industry.
Venezuela has, however, undergone a period of political and social upheaval in recent years which have affected imports, exports as well as the general conditions for making a port of call in this country.
Specific and highly concerning risks include the risk of attempted drug smuggling using a member’s vessel – and the significant legal consequences should a vessel be found to have been involved in such smuggling – as well as the high crime rate which gives rise to concerns over whether shore leave for crew is advisable.
Find more information about Venezuela at the following material:
- Transport issues
- ISPS compliance and US approach
- Developing unrest
- Petcoke cargo shortages
- Oil Pollution in Lake Maracaibo
- Personal safety and drug smuggling
Source: The Skuld P&I Club