Tag: Turkey

According to Esenyel Partners, Lawyers & Consultants, pollution fines for Turkish waters have been amended regarding to Environmental Code with a new law numbered 7410 published in the Official Gazette on 15 June 2022.

A fire broke out in the engine room of the Liberian-flagged cargo ship Siya, on June 12, at Yalova, Turkey.

A captain was rescued 66 hours after falling off a large bulk carrier in the Java Sea, according to Turkish and Indonesian authorities.

Turkish tanker "Black Star" alleged to have taken part in transfer of palm oil and derivatives from Russian tanker.

London P&I Club informs that vessels navigating in the Black Sea should note that there have been three recent reports of sea mines drifting in the area.

On April 28, Turkish and Romanian responders neutralized more Soviet-era sea mines that were found drifting in the Black Sea. 

Standard Club informs that it has seen an increase in 'excess bunker' claims in Turkey in recent months, causing delays to ships as well as the possibility of fines and criminal proceedings.

A crew member is missing and is presumed dead after going overboard from a general cargo ship off Turkey, on January 26.

North P&I Club informed that Turkey has increased pollution fines under Turkish Environmental Law.

On October 24, two bulkers collided near the Cannakale Strait, causing serious damage to both vessels.