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BIMCO COVID 19 weekly report dated 17 September 2021
This BIMCO COVID 19 weekly report for the week ending 17 September covers Azerbaijan, Iran, Philippines, Russia and the latest from the International Maritime Organization (IMO). Every week, BIMCO summarises measures imposed by governments for sea transport, including for crew change, as well as updates from United Nations bodies such as the IMO, World Health Organization (WHO) and International Labour Organization (ILO).
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BIMCO COVID 19 weekly report dated 10 September 2021
This BIMCO COVID 19 weekly report for the week ending 10 September covers updates on Republic of Korea, Pakistan, the UK P&I club and the latest from the International Maritime Organization (IMO). Every week, BIMCO summarises measures imposed by governments for sea transport, including for crew change, as well as updates from United Nations bodies such as the IMO, World Health Organization (WHO) and International Labour Organization (ILO).
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Brown Marmorated Stink Bug - new season 2021/2022 starts now!
The brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) season 2021-2022 has begun on 1st September. BIMCO provides the measures for this season introduced by countries for ships arriving from targeted "BMSB" countries.
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BIMCO COVID 19 weekly report dated 3 September 2021
This BIMCO COVID 19 weekly report for the week ending 3 September covers updates on Argentina, Myanmar, Portugal, Ukraine and USA. Every week, BIMCO summarises measures imposed by governments for sea transport, including for crew change, as well as updates from United Nations bodies such as the International Maritime Organization (IMO), World Health Organization (WHO) and International Labour Organization (ILO).
Crew support
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COVID-19 implementation measures for sea transport
Providing members with the latest information on measures taken by various countries to combat this Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak that could impact sea transport. The page might be updated several times per day, so please check back for the most recent information. BIMCO is closely monitoring the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation on a global basis and will attempt to keep members updated on measures implemented by various countries to combat this outbreak which could impact sea transport. Feedback or a question about this information? Contact marinfo@bimco.org
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WHO Handbook for Inspection of Ships and Issuance of Ship Sanitation Certificates
Providing information on ship sanitation control exemption /ship sanitation control certificate under the International Health Regulations, 2005.
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Flag state legislation on MLC, 2006
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Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006) - A Quick Summary
The Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006) is an international labour convention adopted under the scope of the International Labour Organization (ILO) in February 2006 and contains a set of global standards bringing nearly all the existing maritime labour instruments together in a single reformatted Convention. BIMCO provides all the information you need to know about the MLC, 2006 in the form of a quick summary with the relevant links provided. The latest FAQ issued by the ILO in November 2020 is also included.
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COVID-19 quick guidance
BIMCO is providing members, quick and practical guidance on how to handle the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) - crew change challenges
In the wake of COVID-19 have the BIMCO received a number of reports and circulars with imposed restrictions intended to keep the virus at bay. These restrictions have proven to disturb crew mobility. In this page, we'll guide our members on the ship/shore interface restriction regimes BIMCO is aware of
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Coronavirus COVID 19 - Christmas Tribute to Seafarers
Providing information on a special 2020 Christmas tribute planned for seafarers during this challenging COVID-19 pandemic.
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COVID-19 Seafarers' Mental Health
Providing information where seafarers can reach out directly to seek help with their mental health state of being. BIMCO members are highly recommended to inform their seafarers of this information page.
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Infectious or contagious diseases
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Textbook of Maritime Medicine
The Textbook of Maritime Medicine provides a comprehensive source of information and advice on the health of seafarers and others who spend time at sea.
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