Gard: How vessel behaviour affects accident risk
A recent analysis of Gard P&I Club claims data illustrates the correlation between vessel behaviour and the likelihood of accidents.
Read moreA recent analysis of Gard P&I Club claims data illustrates the correlation between vessel behaviour and the likelihood of accidents.
Read moreFollowing the increased incidents of piracy and armed attacks at high seas, the Panama Maritime Authority as well as the Republic of Marshal Islands Maritime Administrator, have issued advisories to protect and inform crews.
Read moreAs 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.
Read moreCHIRP Maritime presents a reported case where the pilot struggled to communicate with the master due to poor knowledge of maritime English, in order to draw lessons learned from the situation.
Read moreAfter increased instances of issues with the carriage of scrap metal cargo, NorthStandard P&I Club highlights the need for vigilance at loading.
Read moreTT Club draws attention to the life-threatening hazards caused by enclosed and confined spaces and presents measures to limit the phenomenon.
Read moreWhen the vessel is expected to remain at anchorage for a long period then this may cause the anchor or its chain to get fouled or to be dragged, which could potentially lead to collision or grounding.
Read moreAMSA (Australian Maritime Safety Authority) has issued a warning to inform of a scam offering overseas residents a Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC) and Australian visas to gain jobs with cruise companies.
Read moreNorthStandard P&I Club has published instructions to inform interested parties how to prevent and handle drug trafficking after observing a large increase in fines associated with drug trafficking cases, and the increasing liabilities that could be imposed.
Read moreThe London P&I Club announced that it continues to see cargo damage claims arising from the carriage of dry chemicals in Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBCs), more commonly known as “jumbo bags”, which have been stowed in the same holds as breakbulk cargoes.
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