Two incidents of armed robbery against ships (one CAT 3 and one CAT 4) in Asia were reported between 12th – 18th March 2024.
The CAT 3 incident occurred onboard a heavy load semi-submersible carrier while underway in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore (SOMS) while the CAT 4 incident occurred to a bulk carrier while at Pulau Batam Anchorage, Indonesia.
An article which aims to emphasise the risks associated with the liquefaction of nickel ore during seaborne transport, highlighting the need for vigilance among shipowners and masters.
An Indian navy warship has intercepted the hijacked cargo ship Ruen and demanded the Somali pirates on board surrender, a navy spokesperson said on Saturday.
The pirates who allegedly hijacked the Maltese-flagged bulk cargo vessel on Dec. 14 opened fire on the navy ship in international waters.
Policy Year 2023/24 - Annual Attestations of Price Cap compliance
As per the a circular of 23 February 2023, Shipowners potentially involved in the carriage of Russian origin oil and/or petroleum products are required for the policy year 23/24 to submit an annual attestation of Price Cap compliance in the form set out in annex A of the circular. Cover for claims arising out voyages connected with the carriage of Russian origin cargo may be unavailable until the Club has received such attestation.