Cargo Integrity Group identifies fifteen ‘Cargoes of Concern’
The Cargo Integrity Group has identified a number of cargoes, commonly carried in containers, that under certain conditions can cause dangerous incidents.
Read moreThe Cargo Integrity Group has identified a number of cargoes, commonly carried in containers, that under certain conditions can cause dangerous incidents.
Read moreAs part of their Good Catch series, American P&I has published an alert to inform interested parties about an incident in which a general cargo vessel was preparing to get underway and head to sea after loading cargo in a port on a river.
Read moreAs most fires on board ships start in the engine room, Gard P&I Club highlights the main aspects associated with fire safety of engine rooms, based on observations made during condition surveys of vessels entered with Gard.
Read moreBIMCO has issued a timely reminder regarding the risks involved in the sea transport of palm kernel shells in solid bulk form, following a relevant incident in Japan.
Read moreExperts from the Danish Institute of Fire and Security Technology share key findings from the CARGOSAFE study and urge for enhanced detection on deck, more suitable breaching tools and overall solutions which can boundary cool any fire onboard with minimum crew involvement.
Read moreThe long-standing concept of General Average, which seeks to share equitably costs arising from maritime casualties, has never been more relevant, it was stressed at the 2024 annual dinner of the Association of Average Adjusters in London.
Read moreAs NorthStandard P&I Club reminds, the early wet season has commenced in a number of West African regions for this year, known locally as Mango Rains, which raises the danger of liquefaction of certain cargoes.
Read moreAs a result of the 2021 San Pedro Bay oil pipeline leak caused by a ship’s anchor, the Coast Guard is issuing a guidance to ensure vessels take appropriate precautions when anchoring in the vicinity of submerged pipelines.
Read moreWith the security situation in the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, and Indian Ocean area rapidly evolving and the threat to merchant vessels on the rise, the Shipowners' Club is proactively providing operators with current advice and support.
Read moreIn its latest Crew Watch publication, Britannia P&I Club explains that to prevent fines and delays, ships must adhere to flag etiquette when hoisting flags in foreign ports or waters.
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