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Sweden Seeks EU Guidance in Decade Long Labor Dispute

In a ruling that could set a precedent for the industry, Sweden has asked the the European Court of Justice for guidance in approaching a 10 year old case involving a national labor union's claim against a Panamanian-flagged vessel.

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First Civilian Casualties Raise Further Questions in Armed Guards Debate

The first case of civilian casualties resulting from shootings by armed guards has further developed the debate over the use of armed guards as well as the debate over jurisdiction in international waters.

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Singapore Issues Circular Outlining Flag Requirements

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore has released a circular directed at class societies, owners, operators and masters of Singapore-flagged ships outlining the list of certificates, documents, and publications required on board these vessels.

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EU Reviewing Guidelines to Maritime Transport

The European Union is reviewing its Community Guidelines on State aid to maritime transport and has released a questionnaire for industry members, organizations and officials to provide feedback on the effectiveness of these guidelines.

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Greece's Departing Deputy Development Minister Calls for Shipping Ministry Revival

Greece's departing deputy minister of Development, Competitiveness and Shipping Adonis Georgiadis "has urged prime minister Lucas Papademos to recreate a standalone shipping ministry to encourage the shipowning community in the country’s hour of need."

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Commonwealth Group Representative Rejects Argentine Claims of Caribbean Alliance

Commonwealth Eminent Persons Group representative Sir Ronald Sanders has spoken out against allegations claiming several Caribbean countries' support for Argentina's boycott of the Falkland Islands registry.

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Papua New Guinea-Flagged Ferry Sinks Off PNG Coast

A Papua New Guinea owned and flagged passenger ferry has sunken off the country's coast.

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ICS Addresses Public's Questions in Concordia Aftermath

The International Chamber of Shipping has published a set of responses to address public concerns about passenger ship safety in light of the

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Isle of Man Begins 2012 with Record Tonnage

The Isle of Man Registry is entering 2012 with record tonnage levels.

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Norway Consolidates Maritime Departments

The Norwegian Ordinary and International Ship Registers have merged with the Norwegian Maritime Directorate to form the new Norwegian Maritime Authority.

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