How to ensure crew familiarisation when taking over a vessel
When a vessel changes ownership and/or manager, a considerable time is necessary before the new crew and management are fully familiar with the vessel, West P&I Club says.
Read moreWhen a vessel changes ownership and/or manager, a considerable time is necessary before the new crew and management are fully familiar with the vessel, West P&I Club says.
Read moreThe West P&I Club has noted a number of recent container fire incidents related to containers which were declared as miscellaneous items but actually contained charcoal/carbon. This is a commodity liable to spontaneous combustion.
Read moreMark Dunbar, Surveys Manager, West P&I Club provides recommendations on fitting and removal of temporary lashing points, after the club receiving a number of high value claims arising from these operations.
Read moreThe EU’s fifth package of sanctions against Russia included a prohibition on Russian flagged ships entering EU ports after 16 April 2022. Under this light, the West P&I Club provides further information on the matter.
Read moreEvery trade route has its unique risks. This principle stands across the maritime industry, especially for the smaller vessel classes that typically prefer fixed premium P&I cover. Indeed, these vessels will often face some challenging, complex risks that larger oceangoing ships will not, argues Mr. Damian Mustard, Senior Underwriter at West of England P&I / West Fixed.
Read moreIn light of the coronavirus outbreak and the major disruptions that has brought, the International Group and its 13 constituent P&I Clubs joined forces and issued a strong message to draw attention on the crew change crisis.
Read moreThe South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) Rule 1142 relating to gaseous leaks from tank vessels will continue to be enforced despite the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read moreWest P&I Club informs that the Argentinian National Service for Health and Agrifood Quality (SENASA) is officializing the approval and implementation of a resolution, to set control measures following the Asian Gypsy Moth.
Read moreAs the West of England P&I Club says, it is well known that fires on ships require a lot of effort to address, they risk all those on board and they present extreme danger to the vessel. Engine room fires are especially challenging to put out, because of the potential confined nature of the scene and an abundance of fire triangle elements: heat, fuel and air.
Read moreWhile South African authorities used 'to turn a blind eye to fishing', the Department of Fisheries and Forestry has now appointed inspectors who attend on vessels to check whether there is any illegal fish onboard, the West Club informed citing information by the South Africa P&I Associates (Pty) Ltd.
Read moreDid you know that the pandemic matters for 2020? 15% fewer inspections globally for Bulk Carriers vs. 2019 due to COVID-19.