Tanker ports update - Japan
16/06/2011
This ports update bulletin is revised as and when new information on wet bulk terminals is received. Whilst the web page displays just those terminals where damage and or interruption has been reported, a spreadsheet listing the status of all terminals for which we have reports is attached to the bulletin. A Japan ports map listing contact numbers for all the major ports is also listed.
The Club has published a checklist and guide to avoiding fires when carrying Indonesian coal cargoes in bulk. It is an 'aide memoire' for the guidance of shippers, shipowners, charterers, surveyors, ships' crews and other parties involved in the loading and carriage of cargoes of coal. Self-heating incidents involving coal cargoes loaded at Indonesian ports have become increasingly frequent in recent years. The problem appears to stem from the nature of these coals, possibly exacerbated by local handling loading.
Bulk Carrier Practice (Editorial: 2nd June)
02/06/2011
With the kind permission of the author, Capt. Jack Isbester and in association with The Nautical Institute we are serialising extracts of the book, "
Detailed rules for implementation of the recent legislation on marine pollution prevention and response have now been issued by China's maritime safety administration (MSA). The rules that require ship operators to engage an approved clean-up contractor will be enforced from 1 January 2012.
London broker evening - May 24th
26/05/2011
The UK P&I and Defence Clubs hosted a broker evening at Balls Brothers wine bar in the City of London on 24th May. A long and convivial evening was enjoyed by all in the traditional shipping heartland of St Mary Axe, adjacent to the Baltic Exchange.
Our P&I Club Chairman, Mr Dinos Caroussis, of Chios Navigation, welcomed the Greek marine broking community to a social evening, together with Thomas Miller (Hellas) Ltd. and colleagues from Thomas Miller P&I and Defence in London, at the Piraeus Sailing Club, in Mikrolimano, on the evening of Tuesday 17 May 2011.
Japan - Tanker ports update
23/05/2011
This ports update bulletin is revised as and when new information on wet bulk terminals is received. Whilst the web page displays just those terminals where damage and or interruption has been reported, a spreadsheet listing the status of all terminals for which we have reports is attached to the bulletin. A Japan ports map listing contact numbers for all the major ports is also listed.
25th Annual UK Club Mountain Climb in Korea
20/05/2011
The 25th Annual UK Club Mountain Climb (UK MC) took place on Saturday 14th May at Keum Byeong Mountain, about 90 kilometres to the north-east of Seoul. This year's UKMC was a rather special occasion; the 25th Anniversary of the first official UK Club Mountain Climb held in 1986 and an annual event ever since. It also came at the end of a week in which the UK Club activities had been very much focused on Korea. Earlier in the week the Directors of the UK Club had meet in Seoul for a Board meeting followed by Reception for local members and shipping community.
Member Survey 2011 - May update
19/05/2011
The Club's Member Survey is now well under way as consulting research company , RSM, have commenced interviewing their sample of Members by telephone. A target of 150 individuals employed by our Members has been established as a minimum sample to find out what the wider membership thinks about the Club and the service that it offers.
Scholarship & Insight (Editorial:19th May)
19/05/2011
Deadlines are approaching for applicants for two excellent educational opportunities in London in 2011. "An Insight into Transport Law and Insurance" is a practical, extensive three day course for the non-insurance specialist. The Robin Travis scholarship provides a three month paid internship for a motivated individual who is working in Germany and is currently employed in the shipping, transport or marine insurance sector.
Our Club has built on the success of last year increasing capital and free reserves by $68 million to an all-time high of $478 million.
Japan ports update - dry bulk
05/05/2011
Dry bulk ports in the range of Japan's eastern Honshu coast including those that bore the brunt of the tsunami on the 11th March. This report gives, where possible, specific advice passed to us in respect of the individual wharves & terminals in these locations. A number of ports have been designated for aid & emergency cargoes only.
The Thomas Miller offices in the UK will be closed for public holidays on both Friday 29th April and Monday 2nd May. These holidays arise from the Prince of Wales' wedding and the traditional May 1st holiday respectively.
Japan ports update - wet bulk
18/04/2011
This ports update bulletin is revised as and when new information on wet bulk terminals is received. Whilst the web page displays just those terminals where damage and or interruption has been reported, a spreadsheet listing the status of all terminals for which we have reports is attached to the bulletin. A Japan ports map listing contact numbers for all the major ports is also listed.
Japan ports update - wet bulk - 15th April
15/04/2011
Our ports update has been abbreviated to show just those terminals where damage and or interruption has been reported. A spreadsheet listing the status of all terminals for which we have reports is attached to this update.
Ivory Coast ports closure - 14th April
14/04/2011
Conversation this morning with our colleagues at Budd Abidjan confirmed that Ivory Coast major ports (Abidjan and San Pedro) remained shut for the time being. Activity has not resumed yet and until the calm will come back, it will not be safe for the people to move to the Ports - Furthermore, no ships have entered the port and in this area, no fighting occurred.
Japan ports update - wet bulk - 14th April
14/04/2011
Our ports update has been abbreviated to show just those terminals where damage and or interruption has been reported. A spreadsheet listing the status of all terminals for which we have reports is attached to this update.
Member Survey 2011 (Editorial 14th April)
14/04/2011
The UK P&I Club values your views about its product and services. Next month we will be carrying out a survey of our Members and their brokers to find out their opinions of the UK P&I Club. The survey findings will provide valuable feedback to help us refine our product and services.
Japan ports update - wet bulk - 13th April
13/04/2011
Our ports update has been abbreviated to show just those terminals where damage and or interruption has been reported. A spreadsheet listing the status of all terminals for which we have reports is attached to this update.
UK Club seminar in Istanbul - 13th April
13/04/2011
On 13th April, the UK P&I and UK Defence Clubs hosted a joint seminar at the Moda Yacht Club in Istanbul which focused on topical risk and liability issues for their Members and the wider shipping community. After the seminar a cocktail reception was held for the participants and their wives and partners.