On 24 June 2024 the EU Council adopted the 14th package of sanctions against Russia, which includes its first measures targeting Russia’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) sector, further export-related restrictions, sanctioning of vessels and new anti-circumvention measures, such as a requirement for EU companies to undertake best efforts to ensure that non-EU subsidiaries in third countries comply with EU sanctions.
China MSA and other Chinese authorities regularly issue alerts and circulars on hazards pertaining to shipping and related operations.
People’s Republic of China (PRC) has intensified its scrutiny of vessel operations within its port areas, leading to a notable rise in the imposition of administrative penalties.
These efforts have led to increases in administrative penalties being imposed upon both vessels and seafarers found not to be in compliance with local, national and international regulations.
In Mexico in July 2024, there has been a sudden increase of narcotics related incidents in Mexican West Coast Ports.