Loss Prevention Advice
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Maritime Security Threat Advisory (MSTA) highlighted rising maritime risks illustrated by two key incidents involving a suspected shadow fleet tanker standoff in the Gulf of Finland and severe GPS jamming in the Red Sea that grounded a containership.
These events serve as stark reminders of the evolving threats posed by geopolitical friction and electronic warfare in strategic shipping lanes.
Gulf of Finland: Shadow Fleet Tensions Escalate NATO-Russia Risk
On 13 May 2025, a maritime confrontation unfolded in the Gulf of Finland, when the Estonian Navy intercepted the Russia-bound tanker JAGUAR, flagged to Gabon and recently sanctioned by the UK. Suspected of operating as part of Russia’s shadow fleet, the JAGUAR refused a lawful request to alter course for inspection.
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The publication Transport Guidance for the Prevention of Shortages for Dry Bulk Cargoes. is now available in both new and traditional Mandarin. Dry cargoes, particularly those carried in bulk and bagged, are subject to disputes arising related to the volume of cargo having been declared at the load port and that having been delivered at the disport.
Full advisory at the following link.
https://www.american-club.com/files/files/API_Cargo_Shortage_Guidance.pdf
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The Vehicle Carrier Safety Forum (VCSF) has published its second industry good practice guidelines entitled ‘Fire Response – High Level Guidelines’. The VCSF recognises that responding to vehicle fires onboard PCCs, PCTCs, RoRo and Ro-Pax vessels is both dangerous and challenging. These guidelines have been designed to reduce the risk to the safety of crews, passengers, the environment, the vessel and the cargo. The Vehicle Carrier Safety Forum is a consortium of vessel operators, insurers and other industry experts, whose role is to promote safety on vessels designed to carry vehicles.
Full advisory at the following link.
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An advice regarding the critical role of crew vigilance, accurate record-keeping, and timely reporting in preventing and defending against cargo, collision, and other P&I claims.
As explained, the crew members working closest to cargo operations – such as pump room personnel, deck ratings, and officers on watch – are often the first to notice something that doesn’t look quite right. Recognising and reporting potential issues early can prevent claims from escalating.
Practical actions for crew
Draft surveys, ullage readings & tank soundings: Ensuring that draft surveys (for bulk cargoes) or ullage readings (for liquid cargoes) are conducted meticulously can provide a strong defence in shortage claims. Any disagreements with shore-side figures should be documented, and a Letter of Protest issued if needed. Tank soundings for liquid cargoes should be recorded in the deck logbook and any anomalies reported immediately to the officer in charge.