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Digital bunkering services and the issuance of electronic Bunker Delivery Notes (eBDNs) will become the default standard in Singapore starting from 1 April 2025.
In a recent announcement by Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) made in October 2024, with effect from 1 April 2025, bunker suppliers will be required to provide digital bunkering services and issue electronic bunker delivery notes (eBDNs) as the default standard1. This move represents a significant step forward in modernising bunkering operations in Singapore.
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Addressing potential harassment incidents, including sexual harassment, on ships is a critical concern that demands a well organised and effective strategy. The maritime community has begun to implement initiatives aimed at combating harassment, reducing unconscious bias, and creating gender- neutral work environments.
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In Turkish waters, environmental protection is developing, and significant fines are applicable to vessels that violate Turkish anti-pollution regulations. As per the latest amendments to be brought into effect on 01st January 2025, there is an increase 43.93 %) in the amount of the fines that are being applied by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) against the offending vessels compared to the previous year.
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Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) is a viral illness. It was initially identified in 1958 in research monkeys. However, it is now also known to occur in other wild animal species, with the first human case identified in 1970 in Congo (DRC). Since then, two virus types called clades are known to be endemic (occur commonly) in Central and West Africa.