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NDAA 2013: A potential expansion of US sanctions against Iran as of July 1, 2013

14/06/2013 -

The International Group has prepared a briefing note on the new US sanctions measures which is attached here.

Update on ratifying states accepting Club Certificates as financial security for MLC

12/06/2013 -

The number of MLC ratifying states that have agreed to accept a Club Certificate of Entry as evidence of owners financial security for the Maritime Labour Convention has increased to 18 with the addition of Singapore and Sweden

Pocket guide focuses on safe carriage of solid bulk cargoes

23/05/2013 -

When bulk cargoes shift, liquefy, catch fire or explode as a consequence of poor loading procedures, the consequences can be massive.

Compliance guide on MARPOL discharge regulations

09/05/2013 -

The UK Club has received numerous enquiries from Members concerned about tougher regulations for shippers and crews over discharges into the sea. The Club has produced a pamphlet entitled ‘How to Comply with MARPOL Annex V’, in partnership with ITOPF in response to the recent amendments to that section Annex V of the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL).

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.

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.

Malta - MLC 2006 Compliance resources

21/03/2013 -

Update on Malta implementation of MLC 2006 Malta is in the process of ratification of the MLC and has released the draft of the MLC rules which members with Malta flag can use as guidance.

International Group FAQs - US sanctions Iran - March 2013

18/03/2013 -

The attached FAQs from the International Group provide a comprehensive summary of the relevant legislation and key provisions that impact on trade activities and financial transactions with Iran, including restrictions on the movement of goods to and from Iran and the provision of services that could affect shipowners and their insurers if shipowners perform sanctionable voyages to or from Iran.

MLC 2006 deadline approaching

15/03/2013 -

As the 20th August 2013 deadline for Maritime Labour Convention compliance is less than six months away the Club continues to build its resources for Members. Our website section ‘Maritime Labour Convention (MLC2006)’ is collating the notices and advices from ratifying states on the impending effects of their national laws on shipowners and operators in this area. Circular 8/13 was added to the collection which includes an updated set of Club FAQs explaining potential developments on cover in relation to repatriation of seafarers. The Legal Briefing “Comprehensive rights and protection at work” reviews the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) and explains the implications for Members of its adoption into national labour laws.

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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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NDAA 2013: A potential expansion of US sanctions against Iran as of July 1, 2013

Update on ratifying states accepting Club Certificates as financial security for MLC

Pocket guide focuses on safe carriage of solid bulk cargoes

Compliance guide on MARPOL discharge regulations

MARPOL Annex V – Garbage from ships - revised

Ballast Water Management - United States Coast Guard resources

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

Malta - MLC 2006 Compliance resources

International Group FAQs - US sanctions Iran - March 2013

MLC 2006 deadline approaching

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