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Effective March 1, 2025, the PRC’s Maritime Safety Agency (MSA) has implemented new requirements for foreign flagged vessels that need to enter territorial PRC waters in the event of emergencies. Such emergencies include, but are not limited to, urgent illness or injury, mechanical failure, vessel distress and adverse weather conditions whereby the vessel has not obtained a permit to enter port area.

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The past year has highlighted the value of adaptability and forward thinking as technological advancements, regulatory shifts and evolving market demands shape maritime operations.

From updates on ballast water management regulations to developments in legal frameworks surrounding charterparty disputes, our goal is to provide practical insights to support to the readers.

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A proper trimming of bulk cargo is essential for ensuring ship stability, regulatory compliance, and efficient loading and discharging operations.

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Below you will find ARC’s weekly report dated 5 February 2025, covering the period of 30 January to 5 February 2025, where the following incidents were reported:

  • 2 maritime security incidents in West Africa in the last 7 days
  • 0 maritime security incidents in the Indian Ocean/Middle East in the last 7 days.  

Full advisory at the following link.

https://britanniapandi.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ARC-Weekly-Report-05.02.25.pdf