Bermuda

In light of our entry by Ms. Valdés with respect to the MLC 2006 we took a look at the schedule for the convention coming into force. For August 2014 Belgium, Germany, Ghana, Hungary, Japan, Lithuania, Malaysia and the United Kingdom (including Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Gibraltar, and Isle of Man).

Gearbulk Holding has announced intentions to relocate its operations and company registration to Switzerland in what appears to be a continuing trend toward consolidation.

Bermuda is opening a ship registry office in the United Kingdom.

Lloyd's List reports:

Bermuda on the move