Escalating tensions between India and Pakistan and its impacts on shipping. Members are advised to check with their club contact for the latest updates.
Operations at all Ports in India are presently ‘NORMAL’ without any delays/interruptions, reported.
Update for the Port of KANDLA:
Port is working Normal.
Acceptance of vessels arriving from Ports in Pakistan (berthing and cargo operations are allowed / permitted ONLY after obtaining special clearance from the Customs authorities (Addtl Commissioner / Commissioner of Customs) and the Port. This is done strictly on a Case-to-Case basis only, without any precedence.
Customs authorities are strict in this regard and permissions are granted for berthing and cargo operations (for vessels working at anchorage and alongside berths) - only after proper verification of all documents and physical boarding of vessels.
Full advisory at the following link.
https://north-standard.com/insights-and-resources/resources/news/tensions-between-india-and-pakistan