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Thomas Miller welcomed a delegation from Xiamen, China 11 April 2013

29/04/2013 -

A six person delegation from Xiamen, China headed by its Vice Major, Mr Kang Tao visited the London offices of Thomas Miller together with Simon Yang (Shicheng), the CEO of COSCO UK. Xiamen is the second largest city if the...

882 - 04/13 - Air Emissions Reminder - US

26/04/2013 -

The Club would like to remind Members of the air quality emissions requirements for North America and California after two cases where vessels have been fined for not performing the fuel switch over. Members should ensure that all vessel Masters and Chief Engineers are familiar with the requirements and perform the necessary fuel change over at the required nautical mile mark.

MARPOL Annex V – Garbage from ships - revised

26/04/2013 -

Annex V of the MARPOL Convention aims to eliminate and reduce the amount of garbage being dumped into the sea from ships. Its terms include all kinds of food, domestic and operational waste that are likely to be disposed of during the normal operation of the ship. Amendments to Annex V were adopted by resolution MEPC.201(62), which entered into force on 1 January 2013.

MARPOL Annex V Regulations for the Prevention of Pollution by Garbage from Ships

25/04/2013 -

The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) at its 55th session in October 2006 established an intersessional correspondence group to develop the framework, method of work and timetable for a comprehensive review...

881 - 04/13 - MARPOL Annex V Implementations - US/Canada

19/04/2013 -

The United States Coastguard has published an Interim Rule which implements the revised MARPOL Annex V garbage regulation of which amendments entered into force on 1st January 2013. The Interim Rule revises US Regulations (33 C.F.R. Part 151) to reflect US requirements under Annex V.

Specialist focus for our Member Survey

18/04/2013 -

All Members and brokers should have been contacted by Firebrand Insight with a personal online survey which is being undertaken on the Club’s behalf. Whilst the survey has enjoyed a significant response already, the Club is eager to obtain a high level of participation in order to capture the variety and diversity of different Members needs and views. It recognises that its membership embraces a considerable range of ship types, trade sectors, regional and international trades and corporate organisation. The aim is to examine responses in detail to understand the nuances in service and performance that such a broad membership requires.

880 - 04/13 - Asian Gypsy Moth - US/Canada

12/04/2013 -

A joint Canada/US Bulletin to the Maritime Industry on Asian Gypsy Moth Control and Inspection Measures. The bulletin outlines control and mitigation measures for vessels calling in specific ports with high risk of Asian Gypsy Moth infestation.

Ballast Water Management in the United States

11/04/2013 -

The United States Coast Guard has recently posted two useful updates to its resource page on ballast water management. Its extensive list of frequently asked questions (FAQ) on the subject clarifies topics ranging from the definition and applicability of ballast water standards through to type approval of ballast water management systems. These FAQs were augmented and updated on the 5th April.

Ballast Water Management - United States Coast Guard resources

11/04/2013 -

The United States Coast Guard maintains a useful resource page on ballast water management. To view the entire resource page and its various materials click the following link: United States Coast Guard website - Ballast Water Management

879 - 04/13 - Piracy update - Gulf of Guinea

05/04/2013 -

The Club has received the following update on Piracy in the Gulf of Guinea from its correspondents in the area.

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Industry developments

MLC 2006

The Maritime Labour Convention enters into force in August 2013 - resources, news & advice on implementation can be found in this dedicated section. READ MORE

International sanctions

Recent guidance & corresponding material in respect of international sanctions against various countries has been updated with respect to Syria. READ MORE

Piracy

Essential precautions and preparation against piracy, as well as additional information and resources, loss prevention advisories and useful external web links

China oil pollution

UPDATED 24 December: New FAQs on spill response contracts. China’s first comprehensive system of marine pollution regulations took effect from 1st March 2010, but many aspects are yet to be developed or advised.

MARPOL Annex VI

MARPOL Annex VI limits sulphur oxide and nitrogen oxide emissions from ship exhausts. It prohibits deliberate emissions of ozone depleting substances and establishes more stringently controlled special SOx Emission Control Areas (SECAS)

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Thomas Miller welcomed a delegation from Xiamen, China 11 April 2013

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881 - 04/13 - MARPOL Annex V Implementations - US/Canada

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880 - 04/13 - Asian Gypsy Moth - US/Canada

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879 - 04/13 - Piracy update - Gulf of Guinea

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