Tag: West of England Club

According to West of England, the Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has announced the implementation of a disruption charge for harbour movements under Advisory to Shipping No. A-23-2023, which is effective on 01 July 2023.

A new video has been released by West P&I, detailing the correct procedure for performing a rocking test on pedestal-mounted rotating cranes.

There is undoubtedly a significant moral case behind sustainability and ESG, but a better understanding of it can demonstrate how the business case is equally strong, argues Gina Panayiotou, ESG Manager, West of England P&I.

West of England P&I Club's Emma Forbes-Gearey, Loss Prevention Officer, provides three practical steps to promote better Automatic Identification System (AIS) use.

According to West P&I Club, the Port Sudan situation has stabilised, which is a positive development for the city considering the ongoing clashes between the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the army.

NorthStandard and  West P&I Club report that due to civil conflict in Sudan, disruption to port operations has been occurring. 

West P&I Club informed that Venezuelan Port Authorities have implemented a mandatory protocol for crew changes in all Venezuelan ports, effective from 10 February 2023.

West P&I Club has provided information concerning a mandatory health insurance requirement for all persons arriving in Qatar, effective February 1st. The new regulation applies to all passengers (multi-entry / business visa) and new seaman visa applications.

The West P&I Club informed that the seaport of Nouakchott, Mauritania, is experiencing problems related to wind and swell, risks of grounding due to unreliable berth depths, harbour infrastructure damage claims, an acceptance of the vessel's draught survey figures and shortage claims.

Pollution fines in Turkey have been subject to a regular annual increase for many years. As per the latest amendments brought into effect from 1st January 2023, there is another significant increase in the penalty amounts levied for fines applied by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) against the offending vessels.