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Best Practices Compiled for Maritime Security

Six industry associations, supported by more than 40 maritime stakeholders, have released a consolidated and enhanced publication: Best Management Practices (BMP) for Maritime Security (MS). The industry organizations are BIMCO;  International Chamber of Shipping, or ICS; International Marine Contractors Association or IMCA; the International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners, or INTERCARGO; International Association of Independent Tanker Owners, or INTERTANKO; and Ocean Companies International Maritime Forum, or OCIMF. The interactive online publication consolidates ... [+]

IATA and ICS: Governments must facilitate ship crew changes

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) are jointly calling on governments to take urgent measures to facilitate crew change flights for seafarers. Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, seafarers are having to extend their service onboard ships after many months at sea, unable ... [+]