China: Latest update on crew changes in Chinese ports

Further to their recent Circular Ref No: PNI [2020] 05 bringing to our attention China MSA’s version  2.0 of their “Guidance on the Prevention and Control of COVID-19 on board”, the Club’s Correspondents, Messrs Huatai Marine, have now issued a new Circular Ref No: PNI [2020] 06 providing Members with the latest update on crew changes in Chinese ports - download above.  

If Members have any questions after reviewing these Circulars, please do not hesitate to approach your usual Club contact who shall be pleased to assist you.

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    21/04/2020

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