Shipping groups and seafarer unions are desperately trying to convince governments to allow crew the right to transit after work contracts expire. Most governments still haven’t listened. An estimated … [Read more...] about Seafarers still stranded at sea — and more test positive
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India DG shipping implements new routeing system in South-West of Indian waters
The Arabian Sea around the south-west coast of India is a busy sea route with substantial number of ships passing through the area and also has large number of fishing vessels operating in this … [Read more...] about India DG shipping implements new routeing system in South-West of Indian waters
Marine digest- Validity date of spare spare charges of powder fire extinguishers.
Deficiency noted (outline of comment) by PSC: The spare charge of powder fire extinguisher was expired. USCG officers have pointed out that spare charges of powder fire extinguishers were expired. … [Read more...] about Marine digest- Validity date of spare spare charges of powder fire extinguishers.
OCIMF releases latest (6th edition) of ISGOTT.
The International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals (ISGOTT) has been reviewed, enhanced and refreshed to ensure that it continues to reflect current best practice and legislation and, as a … [Read more...] about OCIMF releases latest (6th edition) of ISGOTT.
Crew on board cargo ship that docked at Tuticorin Port found to be Covid-19 positive
A Filipino crew on board ‘Bulk Carina’, a bulk carrier which docked at VO Chidambaranar Port Trust (VOCPT) on June 15, was found to be coronavirus positive, the first such instance involving crew on a … [Read more...] about Crew on board cargo ship that docked at Tuticorin Port found to be Covid-19 positive
