Tag: regulatory update

The US Coast Guard issued a final rule to make technical and editorial corrections to the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).

The European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) welcomes the proposal to include shipping in an Emission Trading System (ETS). 

After the EU Parliament’s Rapporteur, MEP Peter Liese, published his draft report on a proposal to revise the Emissions Trading System (ETS) Directive, the World Shipping Council (WSC) raises concerns.

The 75th session of the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 75) took place remotely from 16 to 20 November 2020, and some of the amendments will enter into force on 1 April 2022.

The UK Club informed that its correspondents, Huatai Marine, reported on an announcement by China regarding a pilot program to partially open up China's coastal trade.

After recent reports, Ghana clarified that while the imposition of fines has been suspended until further notice, Covid-19 vaccination is still mandatory for all seafarers.

In order to implement more scientific epidemic control of crewmembers on ocean vessels, to maintain the order of the shipping supply chain and to protect the rights of the crew members, China issued a notice to address pressing issues.

As of June 15, 2022, Australia will require all vessels entering, or intending to enter, Australian territorial waters on any voyage that commenced outside Australian territorial waters to carry a compliant Biofouling Management Plan and associated Record Book.

The US Coast Guard is proposing to update its user fees for seagoing towing vessels that are 300 gross tons or more and to revise user fees for other inspected towing vessels.

The Hong Kong government made a series of announcements, declaring new stringent measures for entry into the country, banning flights from certain countries and extending entry bans.