Relationship between Stakeholders
The single most important stakeholder is the Charterer and the relationship with him is very critical, more than money, ship's credibility is also involved. It is the best thing to…
Bridge Team Management while under pilotage
Responsibilities The Master is responsible for his Ship. The Pilot is on board in an advisory capacity, and acts as his advisor. The Master will normally accept the decisions of…
Master Pilot Exchange of information
Exchange of information After a pilot boards the ship, he has a discussion with the Master, about the intended plan for the vessel maneuvering into or out of the port,…
Master — Pilot relationship
Master — Pilot relationship Despite the duties and obligations of a pilot, his presence on board does not relieve the master or officer in charge of the watch from their…
Pirate Attack
Pirate Attack Piracy and armed attacks continue to occur on an increasingly frequent basis at sea. Armed robbery occurs mostly in port areas, while piracy occurs at sea. Piracy occurs…
Communication with the flag state, coastal authority and task force
Naval task force Naval EscortCommunication with the flag state, coastal authority and task force to update ships position frequently - Understand the contents of the Best Management Practices (BMP) guide…
Anti-piracy measures
Anti-piracy measures Anti-piracy measures (civilian and military) - that can be adopted to make the ship less vulnerable to pirates boarding itAnti-piracy measures to be adopted to make the ship…
Piracy Awareness
Piracy Awareness Piracy Awareness - Prior to Entering Areas of Risk - Appraise the strengths and vulnerabilities of crews and shipsThe International Maritime Bureau has the following advice to Masters…
Anti-Piracy
Anti-Piracy Ship Protection MeasuresThis section highlights proven SPM that provide layered protection. The BMP is based on regional experience of attacks and will continue to evolve as methods change.The implementation…
Armed robbery / piracy
Armed robbery / piracy Definitions (Under BMP5)The following definitions to term and categorise attacks and suspicious incidents that are reported from shipping inside the VRA may help. This ensures the…
Hijacking of ships
Hijacking of ships The Achille Lauro Incident This hijacking incident happened on October 7, 1985, when the Italian ship MS ‘Achille Lauro’ was hijacked by four men representing the Palestine…
Stowaway Disembarkation and Repatriation
Stowaway Disembarkation and Repatriation In the event stowaways are found on board a vessel, the P&I Club will assist Members in arranging disembarkation and repatriation. To enable this to happen…