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2017-03
LP 011/2017 Asian Gypsy Moth – it’s that time of the year again
Spring marks the beginning of the Asian Gypsy Moth (AGM) risk period in many countries. Heightened vessel surveillance for AGM commenced on 9 January 2017 in Australian ports while 1 March 2017 marks the start of the period identified as the “AGM risk period” in Western Canadian ports.
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2017-02
LP 008/2017 Pilot transfers – still a risky business
IMPA’s safety campaign draws attention to shipowners’ responsibility to provide compliant pilot ladder arrangements and to ensure that the transfer process is undertaken in line with SOLAS.
19
2016-12
LP 112/2016 The Polar Code enters into force on 1 January 2017
The International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters (“the Polar Code”) was adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) on15th May 2015.
14
2016-12
LP 111/2016 Ruling casts uncertainty on international recognition of registered ship mortgages
Brazil court decision highlights need for global consensus to safeguard interests of banks and other creditors.
02
2016-12
LP 109/2016 Singapore: Risk of Arrest Security Being Lifted - The 2005 Hague Convention
The Hague Convention on Choice of Court Agreements (the "HCCCA") was concluded in 2005 and came into force in Singapore on 1 October 2016 with the enactment of the CCAA.