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25/01/2023
Standard Club was joined by our charity of the year, WWF-UK, to host a session on their Sustainable Futures Project. The visit was also followed by a vegan lunch in the spirit of Veganuary and a lucky dip raffle which raised £150 for the charity.
Check out their programme here to learn more: https://www.wwf.org.uk/get-involved/schools/sustainable-futures
NorthStandard on schedule for February launch
“With the formal merger date rapidly approaching, both clubs stand on the cusp of a fantastic opportunity through the formation of NorthStandard” – Jeremy Grose, CEO, Standard Club
“We have been laying the foundations for this service and support to help ensure that NorthStandard delivers greater value, certainty, choice, responsiveness and flexibility, as well as easier access to our unrivalled expertise“– Paul Jennings, CEO, North
24/01/2023
We are delighted to announce that North and Standard Club have now received all the required formal approvals to finalise their merger and establish NorthStandard on 20 February 2023.
Upon launch, NorthStandard will immediately become one of the largest providers of mutual cover in the maritime industries, with over 300 years of combined P&I heritage and consolidated annual premiums of approximately US$750 million. The combined club will be led by Jeremy Grose, Standard Club's CEO, and Paul Jennings CEO at North.
You can read and watch full details in our latest Press hub feature “NorthStandard on schedule for February launch” with a video update from Paul and Jeremy included. Click here - https://www.standard-club.com/knowledge-news/press-release-northstandard-on-schedule-for-february-launch-4855/
From 8 January 2023, China has downgraded the designation and management of COVID-19 from a Class A infectious disease to Class B. This has resulted in changes to the prevention and restriction policies on port entry formalities, crew changes and onboard surveys at the country’s ports. Read more here: https://www.standard-club.com/knowledge-news/china-eases-covid-19-and-crew-change-restrictions-4856/
23/01/2023
Standard Club wishes that everyone enjoys the Lunar New Year celebrations
Members with ships calling at Israeli ports are advised that from 23 February 2023 a sulphur cap of 0.10% m/m will be imposed while the vessels are at-berth or in designated anchorages. This requirement is being announced on the back of the recent designation of the Mediterranean Sea Emission Control Area. Read more here:
Members with ships calling at Chinese ports are advised that from 22 December 2022 there is a requirement to record energy consumption data in accordance with the Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP). This new regulation will be valid for 5 years.
Read more here:
Our China correspondent Oasis P&I has released a new circular giving guidance on the new relaxations in Covid-19 precautionary requirements for ships visiting ports in China. Read more here:
Members with ships carrying solid bulk cargoes are reminded that IMO Resolution MSC.500(105) – Amendments (06-21) to the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code will enter into force on 1 December 2023. However, some contracting governments may apply these amendments in whole or in part on a voluntary basis from 1 January 2023. Read more here: https://www.standard-club.com/knowledge-news/amendments-06-21-to-the-international-maritime-solid-bulk-cargoes-imsbc-code-voluntary-implementation-from-1-january-2023-and-mandatory-compliance-from-1-december-2023-4827/
The California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) ‘at berth’ regulations were first introduced in 2007 and required for a percentage of vessels to utilize shore power whilst in port, based on the type of vessel and the frequency of port calls.
The regulations were amended in 2020 and were expanded to include more vessel categories and terminals which came into effect on 1 January 2023. Read more here: https://www.standard-club.com/knowledge-news/carb-mandatory-at-berth-regulations-from-1-january-2023-4826/
13/01/2023
In our fourth blog post highlighting our 2022 Alternative Fuels member survey’s main talking points, we look ahead to 2030 and 2050 – and examine the emerging fuels that may feature heavily in the shipping industry’s route to decarbonisation: https://lnkd.in/gu3ygkJt
10/01/2023
In our fourth of six blogs, we unpack the results of our 2022 Alternative Fuels member survey to look one step further – to 2030 and 2050 – and examine the emerging fuels that may feature heavily in the shipping industry’s route to decarbonisation: https://www.standard-club.com/knowledge-news/decarbonisation-developments-and-challenges-2030-to-2050-examining-emerging-fuels-4794/
On 23 December 2022, the United States Coast Guard issued a final rule in the Federal Register to adjust the limits of liability under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA 90) to reflect the increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) since the limits were last adjusted in 2019. The coast guard is required by statute to adjust the limits of OPA 90 not less than every three years to account for increases in the CPI. The intent of the adjustments is to prevent the statutory limits of liability from depreciating due to inflation. Read more here: https://www.standard-club.com/knowledge-news/opa-90-limits-of-liability-increased-by-uscg-4795/
06/01/2023
Did you catch Sudhir Malhotra, Senior Surveyor of Loss Prevention, participating in a panel to discuss careers for the younger generation in shipping on the 2022 CAREER4SEA Virtual Forum?
If you missed it, watch a recording of the session on Youtube here:
2022 CAREER4SEA Virtual Forum On Wednesday 14th of December, 2022, participants of this year’s CAREER4SEA Forum will discuss what maritime industry needs to do to attract the young talent...
Did you watch Capt. Yves Vandenborn, Director of Loss Prevention, participate in the live webinar with Idwal and Seafarers Happiness Index to discuss ‘What makes a happy ship?’
In case you missed it, watch a recording of the session on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrN9pljn5Fk
Turkish ban on Distillers Dried Grain Solubles (DDGS) containing MON810 corn:
The International Group of P&I Clubs and The Education Committee are pleased to announce the expansion of its annual scholarship programme to take part in the highly successful P&I Qualification programme. Read the full press release on the IG website: https://www.igpandi.org/article/piq-scholarship-2023/
Seafarers Happiness Index (SHI) Quarter 3 2022 results measure seafarers' satisfaction levels at a time when wellbeing initiatives and investments made by companies during the pandemic have long been established. Certainty, communication and connectivity have made positive impacts. Read more here:
04/01/2023
Last month, Sudhir Malhotra, Senior Surveyor of Loss Prevention, participated in a panel to discuss the shipping industry as an attractive career for the younger generation on the 2022 CAREER4SEA Virtual Forum.
In case you missed it, watch a recording of the session on Youtube here:
2022 CAREER4SEA Virtual Forum On Wednesday 14th of December, 2022, participants of this year’s CAREER4SEA Forum will discuss what maritime industry needs to do to attract the young talent...
03/01/2023
Last month, Capt. Yves Vandenborn, Director of Loss Prevention, participated in a live webinar with Idwal and Seafarers Happiness Index to discuss ‘what makes a happy ship?’
In case you missed it, watch a recording of the session on YouTube here:
Idwal Insights: What makes a happy ship? In the second series in collaboration with the Standard Club and the Seafarers Happiness Index, Idwal Head of Marketing Sue Henney posed the question: What m...
Standard Club wishes our members, colleagues and connections a healthy and happy 2023!
Two new Alongside podcast episodes launched this month - have you heard them?
Joining us for a discussion on 'meeting the demands of ESG considerations' in maritime casualty management is Sam Kendall-Marsden, Head of Claims at Standard Club and Nicky Cariglia, independent consultant at Marittima Ltd. Listen to the full episode, and others from seasons 1 & 2 on your favourite podcast app: https://alongside.captivate.fm/
30/12/2022
If you are interested in maritime matters or you are in the maritime industry, Alongside is the podcast for you. With two seasons available for your listening pleasure, we dig into the news, opportunities and challenges affecting the industry around the world. Listen, follow or subscribe here:
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30/12/2022
Following the announcement of tough new immigration enforcement measures, Members are alerted that ships arriving at the UK with passengers without proper identification documents or stowaways on board will subject to significant changes in the way these cases are being managed by UK Border Force (UKBF) at UK ports.
Read more here: https://www.standard-club.com/knowledge-news/new-uk-immigration-enforcement-measures-4787/
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Two new Alongside podcast episodes launched this month - have you heard them? Joining us for a discussion on 'meeting the demands of ESG considerations' in maritime casualty management is Sam Kendall-Marsden, Head of Claims at Standard Club and Nicky Cariglia, independent consultant at Marittima Ltd. Listen to the full episode, and others from seasons 1 & 2 on your favourite podcast app: https://alongside.captivate.fm/
We released two new Alongside podcast episodes this month in time for the holidays - have you heard them?
Joining us for a discussion on Alternative fuels and the targets for success is Professor Lynn Loo, CEO of the Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation, and David Roberts, Managing Director, Standard Club Asia. Listen to the full episode, and others from seasons 1 & 2 on your favourite podcast app: https://alongside.captivate.fm/
28/12/2022
As we are counting down the days to 2023, Safety4Sea asked industry voices, including Standard Club's Loss Prevention team members, "If you could make one wish for the maritime industry for 2023, what would you ask for?". Read their response here: http://ow.ly/qG3u50Mebn5
28/12/2022
"If you could make one wish for the maritime industry for 2023, what would you ask for?" - Safety4Sea invited industry voices, including Standard Club's Loss Prevention team members, to consider this question and share their thoughts. Read their response here: http://ow.ly/nrf050MebIG
28/12/2022
As we are counting down the days to 2023, Safety4Sea asked industry voices, including Standard Club's Loss Prevention team members, "If you could make one wish for the maritime industry for 2023, what would you ask for?". Read their response here: http://ow.ly/AkaA50Mebn4
25/12/2022
Season's greetings from Standard Club!
This festive season, in lieu of buying physical cards the Club has donated to WWF, our employee voted charity of the year.
23/12/2022
As we approach the end of 2022, Standard Club celebrates the festive season with a Christmas party for the children of our staff!
We wish everyone a joyous holiday season and a happy new year.
On 16 December 2022, the EU adopted the 9th package of Russian sanctions. A number of Regulations and Decisions were published but of particular significance for members is Council Regulation (EU) 2022/2474 which further amends Regulation (EU) 833/2014 (the Regulation).
Members are reminded that EU sanctions apply in several circumstances, details can be read here: https://www.standard-club.com/knowledge-news/eu-adopts-9th-package-of-russia-sanctions-4760/
The Nordic Marine Insurance Plan (the 'Nordic Plan') is a comprehensive marine insurance regime, drafted and revised on a regular basis by a committee of Nordic shipowners and insurers.The Plan’s most recent version, which will formally enter into force on 1 January 2023, has a new focus on sustainability. Read more here: https://www.standard-club.com/knowledge-news/the-2023-nordic-plan-a-focus-on-sustainability-4755/
Quality control is paramount to the Standard Club's PEME scheme’s success. To prevent the forgery of PEME certificates, each certificate is branded and marked with anti-counterfeit measures by the Marine Advisory Medical Service. Read more here: https://www.standard-club.com/knowledge-news/preventing-forgery-of-peme-certificates-4753/
Listen to Sam Kendall-Marsden, Head of Claims at Standard Club and Nicky Cariglia, independent consultant at Marittima Ltd, as they come together on our latest podcast episode to discuss meeting the demands of ESG considerations in maritime casualty management.
Listen to the full podcast here: https://alongside.captivate.fm/listen
BIMCO has published a revised version of its standard Charter Party Guarantee clause which provides a uniform standard guarantee clause for use by the shipping industry. Read more here: https://www.standard-club.com/knowledge-news/bimco-charter-party-guarantee-4752/
16/12/2022
Standard Club's People & Culture team were invited to attend this year's HR Excellence Awards. We are honored to have been shortlisted for the Best Employee Engagement Strategy.
The award recognises a well-thought-out holistic strategy linking employee engagement to the heart of the business.
Thank you magazine for inviting us and congratulations to all the winners.
15/12/2022
How do our teams work together to provide our members with the best possible service at Standard Club? Watch our ‘A day in the life’ videos to discover what our team members love most about their work and how each day brings something new to the club.
View all of our videos here to learn more about our colleagues at Standard Club: https://www.standard-club.com/about/careers/
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