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A year from now, all vessels subject to the Ballast Water Management Convention must have an approved ballast water treatment system installed onboard, Gard P&I Club experts highlight.

Kunal Pathak, Loss Prevention Manager, Asia at Gard P&I Club, highlights that the industry needs to change mindset, switching from the typical blame culture to safety learning through incidents and human errors.

According to Gard, use of worn mooring lines, overtightening of the brakes, or sudden movements of the ship are some of the main reasons for ropes straining beyond their breaking limits and parting.

The Gard P&I Club highlights that taking proper samples of liquid cargoes is vital to protect shipowners’ interests when allegations of cargo contamination arise and provides an overview with feedback from Arendal's experts.

A recent analysis of Gard P&I Club claims data illustrates the correlation between vessel behaviour and the likelihood of accidents.

As Gard P&I Club informs, after the fishing ban in China is lifted on September first, operators of ships transiting the area should be aware that there is a risk of collision with fishing vessels. 

History tells us that as with many progressive steps in the area of human rights, change at an institutional or inter-governmental level is driven by committed individuals and non-governmental organisations, argue Live Jacob Sydness, Vice President, Sustainable Business and Neil Henderson, Senior Executive, Industry Liaison of Gard P&I Club. 

According to Gard, this year’s concentrated inspection campaign by port state control starts on 1 September 2023 and focuses on fire safety, both from a technical and operational aspect.

The Gard P&I Club has published guidelines to advise interested parties against anchoring outside of designated areas, in order to prevent coral reef damage.

While all Libyan ports, except for Sirte, are reported to be operational for internationally trading ships, Gard Club recommends assessing all port calls on a case-by-case basis and ensuring appropriate protective measures are incorporated into ship security plans.