Between 2016 and 2022, the quantum for claims notified to the Shipowners’ Club caused by fires on board vessels was over US$ 4 million. Fire poses a threat to all vessel types, regardless of their size or operation and has the potential to result in severe injuries or the unfortunate loss of life and significant damage to or loss of a vessel.
The Shipowners’ Club, on analysing these incidents, observed that most took place in the engine room or when performing hot work operations and were attributed to a lack of effective procedures and poor housekeeping. The increased use and carriage of lithium batteries on board vessels also presents new challenges Continue reading “Quantum for claims due to fires onboard ships surpass US$ 4 million”
Two maritime charities have joined forces to help improve welfare standards on fishing vessels with the launch of a new guide entitled ‘Work in Fishing Convention (C188): Everything you need to know but were frightened to ask’, following some reports of labour exploitation that have plunged the sector into disrepute.
The Sea Cargo Charter is a global framework for measuring and reporting how ship charterers’ activities align with society’s goals. This report marks the first time Signatories disclose the climate alignment of their activities, and the first disclosure of climate alignment using the Energy Efficiency Operational Indicator (EEOI) as a metric.
