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Maritime Law

Globalior

Maritime Law Maritime law deals with the treaties, conventions, and laws related to nautical matters, especially private maritime business. Important Points: Maritime law deals with private maritime issues, offenses, disputes, and other similar matters. Originally, admiralty laws were specific to the Royal Navy.

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Industry bodies call for digitalisation to be accelerated in maritime sector

Shipping and Freight Resource

The statement also calls on all stakeholders to cooperate on the development of platforms for the exchange of data and “smart working” along the entire supply chain, backed up by capacity building initiatives including workforce training and the introduction of enhanced cybersecurity provisions.

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Why Containerised Freight Shipping is Daunting for SMEs

Logistics Bureau

The maritime shipping leg the country of export to the country of import. Documentation fees. Then there are the rules of maritime shipping, which become even more complicated if your freight includes hazardous materials. To Hire or to Train, That is the Question. The domestic transport in the country of import.

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Freight Forwarding: Breaking Down The Process

Dedola Global Logistics

They provide the necessary space, assist with documentation and insurance, and facilitate customs clearance. They must register with the Federal Maritime Commission and are classified as Ocean Transportation Intermediaries. Customs brokers handle this process by submitting cargo details and providing necessary customs documentation.

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Anglo-Eastern Extends DNV GL’s Navigator Port Technology to Fleet

Logistics Manager

DNV GL’s Navigator Port software is used daily onboard several thousand ships worldwide for management of port documentation, assisting seafarers in navigating the administrative and regulatory complexity of port clearance and passage through controlled waters. In all, DNV GL says that paperwork can be reduced by up to 90%.

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What is ISPS and who has to pay it?

Globalior

This is an important part of maritime laws and regulations that safeguard the safety of ocean faring vessels, sea ports, seamen, crew and cargo. ISPS code regulations were introduced by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) on the 1st of July 2004. ISPS stands for International Ship and Port facility Security code.

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The importance of declaring correct cargo details and consequences of cargo misdeclaration

Shipping and Freight Resource

However there are still several incidents of such cargo misdeclaration including hazardous goods which have caused several maritime disasters. The guide is intended to provide an overview of the key practical duties under the IMDG Code for each stakeholder, while not seeking to meet the mandatory training requirements.

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