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UK red diesel tax changes

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HM Revune & customs logo - New tax rules affecting red diesel coming into effect on 1 April 2022
New tax rules affecting red diesel coming into effect on 1 April 2022

The leisure boat industry is being urged to read up on new tax rules affecting red diesel coming into effect on 1 April 2022. Consequently, the leisure boat industry is being urged to read up on new tax rules affecting red diesel.

From 1 April 2022, diesel used for propelling private pleasure craft can no longer benefit from a reduced rate of duty and it’s subject to duty at the full rate.

In Great Britain, a private pleasure craft may continue to use rebated Continue reading “UK red diesel tax changes”

Incorrect solution aboard tanker led to $7M in property damage

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Start issue led to the contact between an oil tanker and a loading dock
Start issue led to the contact between an oil tanker and a loading dock

The National Transportation Safety Board published a report of an incident during which an incorrect solution to address a main engine start issue led to the contact between an oil tanker and a loading dock in the Port of Corpus Christi. Damage to the vessel was estimated at $550,000, while the estimated property damage to the facility was $7M.

On March 15, 2021, at 10:18, two pilots from Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilots boarded the Riverside to assist with maneuvering the vessel out of the port. Continue reading “Incorrect solution aboard tanker led to $7M in property damage”

A Master’s Guide to the UK Flag – Large Yacht edition 4 published by the MCA

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The MCA have updated "A Master's guide to the UK Flag"
The MCA have updated “A Master’s guide to the UK Flag”

The MCA has published a document called ‘A Masters Guide to the UK Flag – Large Yacht’ and has just updated it and released edition 4. The purpose of the 34 page guide is to provide easy to use information regarding United Kingdom merchant shipping regulations and administrative procedures. UK regulations and procedures may differ from those of other Flag Administrations and this guide will help to comply with UK requirements.

The updates in edition 4 include the following: Continue reading “A Master’s Guide to the UK Flag – Large Yacht edition 4 published by the MCA”

Determining the cargo quantity for bulk cargoes in Argentina

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Argentina Flag
Argentina Flag

Argentina has ratified the Hague Rules and the country’s Maritime Law has incorporated most of the principles of the Hague-Visby Rules. Prior to 2013, importers and exporters had the benefit of selecting the method to be used to establish the weight of dry bulk cargoes and cargo quantity. In June 2013 the Argentine Customs Authorities issued General Resolution No. 3506 on Determination of weight by draft and tanks’ sounding for operations with solid goods in bulk according to which Customs will decide the method of determining the cargo weight between the shore scale and draft survey figures. Continue reading “Determining the cargo quantity for bulk cargoes in Argentina”

Canadian Government releases draft legislative proposals to implement luxury tax on new boats

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The Canadian government have proposed the introduction of a tax on the sale of new luxury cars and aircraft
The Canadian government have proposed the introduction of a tax on the sale of new luxury cars and aircraft

In Budget 2021, the government proposed the introduction legislative proposals to implement luxury tax on new boats over £250,000 and on the sale of new luxury cars and aircraft with a retail sale price over $100,000. The tax would be calculated at the lesser of 20 per cent of the value above these price thresholds or 10 per cent of the full value of the luxury vehicle, aircraft or vessel.

To implement this commitment, the government released for public comment draft legislative proposals. These proposals reflect, and respond to, input received during consultations with stakeholders. You have until 11 April to have your say. Continue reading “Canadian Government releases draft legislative proposals to implement luxury tax on new boats”

National Cargo Bureau to launch a remote container inspection service

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remote container inspection service to be launched
Remote container inspection service to be launched

National Cargo Bureau, a not-for-profit container inspection company, has launched a remote container inspection service based on the Hazcheck Inspections web-based container inspections database and access portal developed with their software division, Exis Technologies.

The new service from the National Cargo Bureau uses mobile devices to connect customers with Continue reading “National Cargo Bureau to launch a remote container inspection service”

CHIRP Maritime Feedback edition 66 published

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Edition 66 of the CHIRP Maritime Feedback is available
Edition 66 of the CHIRP Maritime Feedback is available

CHIRP Maritime Feedback, an independent and confidential reporting system for the maritime industry, has published its latest ‘Feedback Maritime’ publication (February 2022) to provide lessons learned and raising awareness of safety issues. Among others in this edition, CHIRP Maritime Feedback highlights an accommodation ladder failure whilst the ladder was being recovered after a pilot had boarded and discusses important issues related to maintenance, design and human factors.

In addition, this issue of CHIRP Maritime Feedback demonstrates poor safety standards upon a floating armoury vessel – many issues, both regulatory and good practice are focused upon. There are also reports concerning a near-fatal fall from a quayside, unsafe lifting Continue reading “CHIRP Maritime Feedback edition 66 published”

Status update on biofouling regulations around the world

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Ship has run agroundAs new requirements for managing biofouling on international vessels arriving in Australia will begin on 15 June 2022, more countries around the world have already established similar biofouling regulations to address the effects.

The transfer of invasive aquatic species to new environments via ships has been identified by the IMO as a major threat to the world’s oceans and to the conservation of biodiversity, hence the need for enhanced biofouling regulations. Continue reading “Status update on biofouling regulations around the world”

The Great Disconnect report finds shipowners pay an average of $3.1 million in ransoms due to cyber attacks

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The Great Disconnect report finds shipowners pay an average of $3.1 million in ransoms due to cyber attacks
The Great Disconnect report finds shipowners pay an average of $3.1 million in ransoms due to cyber attacks

Recent research explores the maritime industry’s relationship with cyber security risks, and makes recommendations to shipowners and operators to improve how those risks are managed within their organisations to avoid the average $3.1 million in ransoms due to cyber attacks.

The Great Disconnect report is a collaboration between produced by maritime cyber security company CyberOwl, maritime innovation agency Thetius and law firm HFW. After taking into account the views of more than 200 industry professionals through a combination of an industry survey and research interviews conducted Continue reading “The Great Disconnect report finds shipowners pay an average of $3.1 million in ransoms due to cyber attacks”

Thames Estuary zero emissions operations are gearing up

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City of London and the ThamesA stream of green projects is helping the marine sector mark the shift towards Thames Estuary zero emissions.

Net Zero Marine Services (NZMS) has secured capital from UK Power Networks’ Green Recovery Fund programme to support its power infrastructure along the Thames. NZMS are developing seven shore power locations in central London. These locations will create a network of high Continue reading “Thames Estuary zero emissions operations are gearing up”

Maritime communications guide published by GT Marine

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A new maritime communications guide is free to download from GT Maritime
A new maritime communications guide is free to download from GT Maritime

GTMaritime has issued a new guide entitled ‘The Maritime Communications – A look over the horizon guide’ that examines the different types of satellite systems and network configurations, regulatory requirements, commercial communications and crew connectivity, highlighting key considerations for future communications planning.

The maritime communications guide is split into three sections, covering Basics of Marine Communications, The Connected Ship and Special Services. “The GTMaritime guide to maritime Continue reading “Maritime communications guide published by GT Marine”

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