Argentine Ban Extends to More Red Ensign Flags
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In the latest development in the sovereignty dispute between Argentina and the...
Italy Expected to Approve Legislation Related to VAT on Charter Fees
Sarnia Yachts predicts that Italy will develop regulations regarding VAT on charter fees.
We believe that this will confirm VAT at the reduced rate of 6.3% will be payable on Italian charters. An...
Nigeria Defends Decision to Outsource Security
NIMASA Director General Patrick Akpobolokemi recently spoke about the agency's decision to contract out some of its security responsibilities to a private firm, a decision that sparked some public...
Bahamas Registry Signs Washington Declaration at Shipping 2012
The Bahamas Maritime Authority today has joined the Panama, Liberia and Marshall Islands as the newest registry to sign the Washington Declaration Condemning Acts of Violence Against Seafarers.
The...
Registries Sound off on Armed Guards at Shipping 2012
Representatives from several of the world's flag states spoke with the OGSR team at CMA Shipping 2012 regarding their clients' rights to hire armed personnel to protect their vessels and...
Norton Rose Group Explains Impact of Indonesian Cabotage Regime
Legal firm Norton Rose has evaluated the impact of Indonesian cabotage laws since their implementation in May 2011 to guide shipowners and bankers in adapting their practices to fit the requirements...
UK Accounting Firm Advises Shipowners about New Taxation Policies
The UK-based accounting firm Moore Stephens has informed clients that Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has extended anti-avoidance legislation in the UK 2012 Budget and explains how...
EU sends reasoned opinions to four flag states
The European Commission has sent reasoned opinions to Austria, Cyprus, Hungary and Luxembourg for their lack of communication regarding their measures to fulfill the obligations of Directive 2009/21/...
Paris MoU agrees to share information with IMO
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The Paris MoU Secretary General Richard Schiferli has signed an agreement to exchange...
India Shipping Corporation allows armed guards
The Shipping Corporation of India has announced intentions to hire PCASP for protecting its vessels against piracy.
An article shared on LSS Ltd.'s website explains:
According to SCI's latest...