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Get ready for New Zealand’s new biofouling requirements
New Zealand releases guidance on how international vessels can comply with the country’s new biofouling requirements which enter into force on 15 May 2018.
ALERT19 APR 2018
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Liquid cargo sampling
INSIGHT12 APR 2018
A pro-active approach to cargo sampling on tankers can potentially save millions of dollars in claims and prevent delays to the vessel. In this Insight we look at some critical aspects of cargo sampling on tankers.
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Beast from the East
INSIGHT11 APR 2018
Frigid arctic air nicknamed “the Beast from the East” brought sub-zero temperatures to much of Europe for periods in February and March. The severe winter has reminded us that ice remains a significant source of hazard in shipping. Operating in ice conditions can lead to damage to vessels that are not classed to operate in ice.
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US Coast Guard eases the burden of marine casualty reporting
ALERT10 APR 2018
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Fewer casualty reports and crew members completing drug and alcohol testing can be expected from 18 April 2018 as the US Coast Guard increases the monetary property damage threshold amounts for reporting marine casualties.
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Tackling cargo misdeclaration – a first line of defence against container fires
INSIGHT21 MAR 2018
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Container fires may now be occurring on a weekly basis and in Gard’s experience most are associated with cargo misdeclaration. However just as with tackling the fire itself, tackling misdeclaration is a significant industry challenge.
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Upsurge in yellow fever cases in Brazil
ALERT15 MAR 2018
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Ship operators with vessels visiting Brazil are advised to ensure seafarers are vaccinated against yellow fever and to implement measures to avoid mosquito bites.