Tag: security measures

All persons employed or engaged in any capacity on board a ship required to comply with the ISPS Code shall receive security familiarization training from the Ship Security Officer (SSO) or an equally qualified individual before being assigned any shipboard duties.

The satellite-mounted detector, called AIRIS consists of an Earth-observation camera and an AI-equipped data processor. 

Ukraine has officially requested the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to send a monitoring mission to its southern ports in the Odesa region amid a surge in Russian attacks, as stated by Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha on 16 October.

The Panama Maritime Authority strongly recommends all Panama flag vessels to take all security measures and avoid transiting in the Middle East between Israel, Lebanon and Iran, including the Gaza Strip.

The Bridge Emergency Reference Cards have been published by the Joint Maritime Information Center (JMIC), and the Combined Maritime Forces (CMF), to provide essential emergency procedures for vessels transiting the Middle East. 

Last week, major Associations released guidance, for reading in conjunction with latest version of BMP, for vessels transiting the Southern Red Sea and Gulf of Aden area, as the Houthis have broadened their threats beyond vessels they believe have links with Israel. Consequently, many owners and operators have decided to take alternative routes.

Alfonso Castillero, CEO of the Liberian International Ship & Corporate Registry (LISCR), recently inaugurated the Registry Information Sharing Compact (RISC) database.

Following escalating tensions in the Middle East between Israel, Lebanon and Iran, Ambrey has issued a circular to highlight what operators should bear in mind when calling ports in the area.

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported on 18th June that Yemen's Houthi militants are suspected of sinking a second vessel, the Tutor, in the Red Sea.

The Legal Committee (LEG) met in person for its 111th session at IMO Headquarters in London (with hybrid participation) from 22 to 26 April 2024. The Committee approved the revision of the Guidelines for accepting insurance companies, financial security providers and the International Group of Protection and Indemnity Associations (P & I Clubs). The updated Guidelines will be issued via a LEG circular.