COVID-19

UK Navy Ship To Support Caribbean for Hurricane and COVID-19 Management

  • RFA Argus has been dispatched to the Caribbean to support the British Overseas Territories.
  • For assistance during the hurricane season and to assist with the response to the COVID-19.
  • Royal Navy sailors and Royal Marines continue to stand ready to assist the United Kingdom.
  • Argus is equipped with provisions of water and ration packs from the DID.
  • It is equipped with materials to repair damage and clear blocked roads in support of local emergency services.

RFA Argus has set sail for the...

http://mfame.guru/uk-navy-ship-to-support-caribbean-for-hurricane-and-covid-19-management/

A Plea To Introduce ‘Zero Contact Policy’ in Ports To Save Seafarers Lives!

  • Seafarers and their families appeal for zero contact policy in ports.
  • This is for tackling the COVID-19 global pandemic.
  • Crews on a ship fear the people coming from ashore could carry the virus to them.
  • One infection could spread rapidly as they live in closed spaces with the medical system already overwhelmed.
  • A zero contact policy is required for all cargo/port operations and no one enters their accommodation.

According to a petition started in Change.org, a seafarer’s wife has appealed to...

http://mfame.guru/a-plea-to-introduce-zero-contact-policy-in-ports-to-save-seafarers-lives/

Geurts: Navy Acquisition ‘Managing Downside Risk,’ Seeking ‘Upside Opportunity’

Tripoli (LHA-7) is launched at Huntington Ingalls Industries’ (HII) shipyard in Pascagoula, Miss. on March 1, 2017. US Navy Photo

The Navy’s acquisition community is trying to “leverage the condition we’re in, not be a victim of it,” with the service’s top buyer saying he’s confident his workforce can take unexpected lessons learned adjusting to the COVID-19 pandemic and actually be more efficient in the long term.

Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development and Acquisition James...

https://news.usni.org/2020/04/16/geurts-navy-acquisition-managing-downside-risk-seeking-upside-opportunity

Stena RoRo ofrece ferry como buque hospital para enfrentar el coronavirus

El armador de buques RoRo & RoPax, Stena RoRo, se ha comunicado con las autoridades de Suecia, Noruega, Dinamarca y Alemania que ofrece su buque Stena Saga para ser utilizado como buque hospital para enfrentar el coronavirus. Stena Line transfirió el gran vehículo y la embarcación de pasajeros a su...

https://fullavantenews.com/stena-roro-ofrece-ferry-como-buque-hospital-para-enfrentar-el-coronavirus/?lang=es

Signs Of Recovery As Survitec Ramps Up Operations In China

There could be bottlenecks and equipment delays if operators leave their drydocking and servicing requirements to last minute, says Survitec

Survitec has ramped up its operations in China following government initiatives to get the world’s second-largest economy moving again after three months in lockdown.

“While strict controls remain in place, we are pleased to see signs of recovery in China,” said Jena Tan, Regional Vice President, APAC, Survitec Marine.

“Many of the country’s shipbuilding and repair yards have reopened and most ports are now operational. However, our foremost concern is keeping our teams, customers and suppliers...

https://www.marineinsight.com/shipping-news/signs-of-recovery-as-survitec-ramps-up-operations-in-china/

Hapag-Lloyd updates Far East network

In connection with the reduced demand resulting from the Covid-19 impact, Hapag-Lloyd has announced network capacity adjustments to match the reduced demand.

“We aim to minimise the impact to our customers’ supply chain and provide predictability by making a structural change and securing alternative routings,” said the German company.

Hapag-Lloyd will temporarily suspend its Far East Loop 4 (FE4) from week 18 until week 26. The carrier said that most port calls of the FE4 service will be covered...

https://container-news.com/hapag-lloyd-updates-far-east-network/

Keeping containers in the supply chain

There has been a lot of noise made recently on container hire/detention charges.

Talk to your carrier – they can help

Shipping lines are in the business of having satisfied customers. If you have a specific exceptional circumstance, and you are unable to meet your obligations, talk to your carrier as soon as you can.

Most shipping lines are willing to listen and make determinations on a case-by-case basis to reduce the financial burden during this difficult time.

Help your carrier to help you –...

https://shippingaustralia.com.au/keeping-containers-in-the-supply-chain/

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