NNPC Marine Insurance Newsletter 05


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Looking ahead to the Maritime Awards Gala 2025

There is a great deal of innovation and development in the Dutch maritime industry, by both organizations and individuals. That is why captains of industry and stakeholders in the sector come together to celebrate these impressive achievements during the Maritime Awards Gala on the 3rd of November. NNPC Marine Insurance is once again main sponsor of this festive gala event, that will take place in Rotterdam Ahoy.

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Portuguese ports set for series of strikes

Our correspondent, Iberum P&I Correspondents, has informed us that the National Union of Port Administration Workers (SNTAP) in Portugal issued a strike notice on 7 October, 2025. The action targets all continental port administrations and is set to unfold over five two-day periods starting later this month.

US Adjusts Port Fees for China-Built Vessels – October 2025 Update

On October 3, 2025, U.S. authorities published an official guideline (CSMS #66427144) regarding the introduction of the new “vessel service fees.” These fees will take effect on October 14, 2025, and will apply to all vessels that are either built in China, owned by, or operated by Chinese companies.

IG Circular: right of course for the carriage of dangerous goods

The International Group of P&I Clubs has announced new regulations regarding the obligation to preserve the right of recourse when carrying dangerous...

Sailing to the United States: what certificates are necessary?

At NNPC Marine Insurance, we are receiving an increasing number of questions from our members regarding the additional certificates required for...

Disruptions in Port Operations in Guinea and Cameroon Due to Heavy Rainfall

Our local correspondent has recently informed us that heavy rainfall is currently causing delays in port operations in Guinea and Cameroon. In particular...

Reefer Container Incidents: Guidance for Members

In recent months we have seen an increase in notifications involving refrigerated (reefer) containers. These cases concern malfunctioning units, incorrect...

Cargo Theft and Fraud in African Ports – Risks for Shipowners

African ports are becoming increasingly significant in global trade, with major hubs like Lagos, Tema, Abidjan, Durban, and Mombasa handling growing...

UK Emission Trading Scheme– Key Points for Shipowners

The UK Emission Trading Scheme (UK ETS) is a cap-and-trade system covering greenhouse gas emissions in the UK, which replaced the European Union...

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