Expeditors’ Post

Cargo Integrity Group Calls on Governments to Report Findings of Container Inspections and on IMO to Continue Publishing Them The Cargo Integrity Group (CIG) is calling on national administrations to carry out and report the findings of their container inspection programmes, and for the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to continue collating and publishing the results in a publicly accessible form, to support efforts to improve safety in the carriage of goods by sea.   Under resolutions adopted more than 20 years ago member governments of the IMO agreed to conduct routine inspections of freight containers and the cargoes packed in them in a consistent way. The findings are to be submitted annually to IMO for collation and reporting so that a global picture of levels of compliance with international regulations and recommended practices can be obtained, and any appropriate safety improvements identified.   An analysis by partner organisations in the Cargo Integrity Group reveals that less than 5 per cent of 167 national administrations covered by the agreement are regularly submitting the results of their inspections to IMO in publicly available form. Whilst applauding the diligence of those governments making regular submissions, the Cargo Integrity Group is concerned at the overall low numbers of reports as this means that insufficient data is available for IMO or industry to draw reliable conclusions, fundamentally undermining efforts to improve the safety and sustainability of shipments by sea.   Full press release: https://lnkd.in/eqvCbqD2

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Enhancing Safety and Compliance in Maritime Transport with Remote Inspections - in this article, published in a recent edition of "The Journal of HazMat Transportation", Murat Koksel, Director of Liner Activities for NCB, explores how remote container inspections have the potential to revolutionize safety and compliance in maritime transport.  Please read on for these insights and more!

Ensuring Maritime Safety: CIG Applauds MSA Circular and Emphasizes Industry Responsibility https://lnkd.in/dqRYHdYM

The handling of Bills of Lading (Bs/L) is a critical aspect of cargo transportation and risk management. It is paramount that Bs/L set forth information that accurately describes the nature of the cargo being carried, the quantity of such cargo, its condition, the loading port, the date of shipment, the discharge port, the ship’s name, the shippers or receivers, the value of cargo (if applicable), and carriage terms regarding the shipment. Inaccuracies in the Bills can have significant and potentially costly consequences, often leading to increased liabilities, costly claims, and difficulties with P&I coverage.    In response to this, The American P&I Club hosts a "Bills of Lading" webpage featuring the Club’s publication “Signing Bills of Lading - a Pocket Guide,” available in English and New and Traditional Mandarin. The webpage also provides access to Member Alerts, Circulars, articles on various B/L topics, and industry guidance issued by BIMCO, and the International Group of P&I Clubs.    Explore the resources here: https://lnkd.in/gD2x3ky    It is recommended that Members review these materials and contact the Managers for further guidance or information.    #LossPrevention #BillsOfLading #AmericanPandI #EO_Marine

Dromon Bureau of Shipping (DBS) is proud to announce a substantial improvement in its performance on the latest Paris MoU List for Recognized Organizations (ROs), covering the period 2021-2023. This List is effective from 1st of July 2024 and is used for calculating the Ship Risk Profile which determines the ship’s priority for inspection. Compared to the previous three years (2020-2022), DBS’s Excess Factor has significantly decreased from 0.63 to 0.33. This translates to an impressive rise of 8 places in the ranking. This achievement reflects DBS’s unwavering commitment to enhancing safety and performance across its fleet. The success can be attributed in part to several proactive initiatives, including: A Robust Detention Policy: This policy ensures clear and consistent procedures for addressing detainable deficiencies identified during inspections. Alerts on Detainable Deficiencies: DBS proactively informs clients about potential detainable issues, allowing for timely rectification and avoiding detentions. Port State Control (PSC) Preventive Actions Scheme: This program helps DBS clients prepare for PSC inspections, minimizing the risk of deficiencies. Preventive Inspection Checklists: DBS utilizes comprehensive checklists to identify and address potential issues before inspections.   Dromon CEO Andreas Nicolaou expressed his gratitude: “This significant improvement in our Paris MoU ranking is a testament to the tireless efforts and dedication of our entire team, particularly the PSC Department. We extend our sincere appreciation for their outstanding contributions.”

To my fellow BCO's, intermediaries, ocean carriers, railroads, truckers, port authorities, shipper and industry associations and stakeholders focused on improvements US and global ocean container system, please join us for our Q4 National Shipper Advisory Committee (NSAC) meeting December 3, 2024 in Washington DC or virtually: https://lnkd.in/ePWs32VV Our meeting is another opportunity to understand what NSAC is focusing on across our four Subcommittees and Working Group. More importantly, WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU during the public comment period on these focus areas as we look to 2025 and the new administration: a.   What issues in your supply chain are the most important / troubling / in need of attention for you? b.   What issues do you want to see NSAC address? c.    What issues do you want to see FMC address? Please mark your calendar and reach out to the FMC to reserve a place to join us.

One more step towards zero harm based on data.

Proud to share that my colleagues Tom Hodges and Alex Smith just delivered an insightful webinar on cargo claims earlier this week. If you missed the live session, please follow the link below to watch the recording posted on our YouTube channel. If you have any follow-up questions, or if you would like to be included in our mailing list for the upcoming webinars and events, please do reach out to us on LinkedIn (via message). #cargoclaims #shipping #birketts