Monthly archive

October 2011

With Armed Guards’ Presence Increasing, More Transparency Needed

As the continued issue of piracy increases the use of armed guards onboard vessels in response, the need for coordinating international guidelines has also escalated.

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Seafarers a Vital Part of British History

Lloyd's List columnist Michael Grey recently wrote an editorial piece about the role of the maritime sector as an important part of the British legacy.

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Lloyd’s List Italian Shipping Award Winner Speaks with ISRR about Italian Registry

Managing director of ship manager ESA Group and recent Lloyd’s List Italian Shipping Award Winner Gian Enzo Duci spoke with us regarding his views on the Italian maritime industry.

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Liberian Registry Cooperating Fully in Rena Salvage Operation

The Liberian Registry issues a press release in reference to the grounding of the containership Rena off the coast of New Zealand, which occurred October 5th.

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Ship Management Leader Advises Italian Government to Invest Further in Flag

ESA ship management leader Gian Enzo Duci has advised the Italian Government to invest more in its flag in order to maintain business.

The managing director says that Italy's reduction in allocation of funds to its maritime sector as part of an effort to cut costs has resulted in a weaker support system for owners registered with the flag. Duci said:

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International Chamber of Shipping Promotes Guidelines for Quality within Industry

In his address to delegates at the 14th Russian Register Seminar on Quality Shipping in St. Petersburg earlier this month, International Chamber of Shipping Director of External Relations Simon Bennett explained how shipowners and flag states have the ability to work together to ensure quality performance and commercial success.

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Liberian Registry Appoints Scott Bergeron as New CEO

Scott Bergeron was recently appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the Liberian International Ship & Corporate Registry (LISCR, LLC), the U.S.-based administrator of the Liberian Registry.

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President of Liberia Awarded Nobel Peace Prize

Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf is one of three women awarded the 2011 Nobel Peace Prize.

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Sarosh Zaiwalla speaks with the ISRR on Piracy

Following publishing our article about IMO member Sarosh Zaiwalla's suggestion for a UN Naval Task Force, the ISRR reached out to Mr. Zaiwalla to express our support for his proposal. Mr. Zaiwalla was kind enough to share some further thoughts with us.

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IMO Urges for Piracy Prevention at International Level

IMO member Sarosh Zaiwalla of Comoros  is advocating for a UN Navy Task Force that would monitor piracy incidents along the Somali coast.

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