Monthly archive

November 2011

Review Updates: Rena spill threat diminishes

The ISRR is pleased to report that the parties working on the Rena salvage operations are preparing to pump the remaining fuel oil from the vessel.

In addition, 42 of the 88 containers that have gone missing have been found, and will be "raised from the sea bed as soon as pollution prevention work has been completed."

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Panama Affirms Quality of Investigation Team

The Panama Registry has asserted its commitment to all investigations in spite of accusations otherwise from Nautilus International.

Nautilus accused the flag state of not issuing a report based on the loss of livestock carrier Danny F II in December 2009 off the coast of Lebanon.

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International Maritime Bureau Representative Speaks with ISRR about Piracy Reporting Program

An International Maritime Bureau representative spoke with the ISRR following our article regarding their collaboration with Panama, Liberia and the Marshall Islands to collect information measuring the human cost of piracy. Tanasegaran, a representative for IMB Head Noel Choong, said:

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EU at Crossroads Regarding Filipino Seafarer Status

The European Union remains undecided regarding the validity of Filipino seafarer certification, a decision which “will have huge implications for the labour supply of European Union-flagged vessels.”

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Three Largest Registries Support New Reporting Procedures for Violence at Sea

The registries of Liberia, Panama and the Marshall Islands have each signed a declaration to report information to the International Maritime Bureau regarding incidents of violence at sea.

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Greek Owner Claims Discrepancy in German Flag Law

SeaTask Director Bob Katsamas has expressed concern about an ambiguity within German flag regulations that is allowing owners to benefit from both the German tonnage tax system and other registries.

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Historic British Vessels Flag Out. But what’s their primary motive?

Cunard has made an historic decision to switch their cruise ships' registry from the United Kingdom to Bermuda. The ISRR considers possible reasons for the change.

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UK Parliament Member Advocates for End to Turkish Embargo on Cypriot Vessels

UK Parliament Member Matthew Offord has expressed support for Turkey lifting its embargo on Cypriot-flagged and owned vessels.

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Isle of Man Registry's Future Looks Even Brighter with New Chief Minister

Newly appointed Isle of Man Chief Minister Allan Bell is expected to bring the registry to even higher heights.

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