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INTERTANKO sought clarification from Transport Canada on further requirements for ballast water discharge, specifically in West Coast ports, according to NorthStandard P&I Club. 

The Sailors’ Society has published its "State of the Industry" report, which focuses on the relationship between connectivity and wellbeing at sea.

A new regulation mandates that all vessels and barge convoys navigating Argentina’s main waterways, including the River Plate and Paraná Rivers, must obtain an Oil Spill Response Organization (OSRO) Cover Certificate.

According to NorthStandard, bulkers and combination carriers loading high-density bulk cargoes in Brazil must undergo a vetting regime following maritime authority standards.

According to NorthStandard, correspondent Rabb Carvalho brings an updates related to the Amazon drought.

NorthStandard P&I Club's correspondent, Mclean, updates that the port of Noumea in New Caledonia is still secured by the French army with no relevant issue in the last few months.

NorthStandard P&I Club's correspondent, Hogarth, reports that civil unrest in Haiti keeps impacting port operations across the country. 

According to NorthStandard, the Amazon region is experiencing an unusually early drought, with river levels already falling below average for this time of year. Typically, the drought season begins between the last week of June and the first week of July. However, this year, water levels started to drop in the first half of June.

Starting 21 August 2024, Santos Port Authority requires all ships to produce a statement of compliance with the ballast water regulations issued by an accredited private company, in addition to the current requirements under the BWM Convention, the NorthStandard informs.

NorthStandard P&I Club has published a guide on "Bulk Cargo Liquefaction and Dynamic Separation", exploring the phenomenon and presenting best practices to mitigate its impact.