Recently, and in particular during the summer period, the Club has noticed a spike in stowaway cases, hence the below article serves as a refresher on what is already known as well as an update on the practical problems and implications for Owners that may arise in connection with the disembarkation and repatriation of stowaways.
Shipowners' concerns at increasing piracy in West Africa and the kidnap for ransom threat were addressed by the Association at their seminar co-hosted with UK P&I in Athens on 7 March. Key themes of loss prevention and response were discussed with invited industry experts.
The UK Club has received the following annual report from the ICC International Maritime Bureau, regarding piracy and armed robbery against vessels throughout the year.
UK Club's Loss Prevention department provides practical guidance to Members in relation to piracy in West Africa.
Ebola Guidance - TMCM
20/11/2014
Understand the initial response and guidance for handling Ebola cases on board vessels, including treatment protocols, isolation measures, and potential quarantine scenarios