Tag: West of England Club

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.

The West P&I Club published a new video to its "LEARN THE ROPES "video series, highlighting best sampling practices for onboard tankers.

In this video, West P&I Club talks about the risks of engine room floor plates, providing guidance on how to secure them. As the club says, major accidents involving slips, trips, and falls comprise a significant proportion of personal injury claims. 

When carrying coal cargoes, it is vital to obtain accurate gas measurements to determine the correct ventilation requirements, and in this video West P&I Club explains the proper way for gas measurement of coal cargoes.

A new video has been added to the West of England P&I Club's LEARN THE ROPES video series, which deals with engine room fire safety to highlight the potential sources that can result in the development of a fire in the engine room and critical factors that the vessel's crew and superintendent should pay constant attention to for their prevention.

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.