ECDIS Detention data by AMSA PSC
12/01/2021
When using the ECDIS, it is necessary to know specifically what the problems for navigators are; in this article Captain Sekine extracts the problems related to the use of ECDIS in regard to the current status of ships operated around the world.
In November 2020, OCIMF (Oil Companies International Marine Forum) published "Recommendations on Usage of ECDIS and Preventing Incidents" regarding the use of ECDIS.
The New Japanese Maritime Law
10/12/2020
The Japanese Maritime Law (“the law”) was first codified as part of the Japanese Commercial Code (“the Code”) in 1899, but for over a century, the law did not undergo any substantive or material amendments.
Ship to Shore Communication
30/11/2020
Communication is vital for the safe navigation and management of ships, this is true for communications within a ship as well as for ship-to-shore communications.
On September 18, 2020, the COVID-19 Prevention Guidelines for Operators of Oceangoing Passenger Ships (in Japan) were announced.
The International Convention on Civil Liability for Bunker Oil Pollution Damage was adopted in March 2001.The Japanese Government deposited its instrument of accession for the Convention on 1st July 2020 and the condition for entry into force of the Convention will be met on 1st October 2020.
The UK Club’s Video Series - An Introduction
27/10/2020
We are proud to introduce our collection of free-to-access videos.
Nairobi - The Wreck Removal Convention
27/10/2020
To protect parties damaged by pollution and wreck incidents the Japanese government requires P&I insurance for all ships that visit Japanese ports.
Bunker Convention Certificates – Q&As
26/08/2020
The UK P&I Club have updated their Q&A on Bunkers Convention Certificates for 2020.
Passage planning and seaworthiness
23/07/2020
Capt. Hiroshi Sekine, Senior Loss Prevention Executive examines the importance of good preparation and passage planning following the recent CMA CGM Libra grounding case.
Professor Susumu Akeno, formerly of Tokyo University of Marine Technology and Science discusses how effective Engine-room Resource Management (ERM) training improve the safety, reliability, and efficiency of ship operations.
Lookout: Issue 4
24/02/2020
Available in both English and Japanese, our Lookout publication aims to help all Members, especially those based in Japan navigate the complex world of P&I insurance.
Lookout: Issue 2
11/06/2018
In this edition of Lookout, we examine the subject of collision avoidance from three key aspects.
Lookout: Issue 1
19/10/2017
Welcome to our new Lookout series. A deep dive into issues facing our Japanese Membership.