COVID-19

Singapore issues restrictions to Asean countries for COVID-19 protection

Taking additional protective measures amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Singapore announced that the Multi-Ministry Taskforce has announced additional border restriction measures.

Specifically, the measures state that from March 16, 2359 hours, all travellers entering Singapore with recent travel history to Asean countries ( Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam), Japan, Switzerland or the United Kingdom within the last 14 days...

https://safety4sea.com/singapore-issues-restrictions-to-asean-countries-for-covid-19-protection/

Fincantieri ceases operations due to COVID-19

In light of the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, the Italian-based company, Fincantieri announced that suspends its operations for at least 14 days, to avoid the spread of the disease in its shipyards.

According to the shipbuilding company, from 16 until 29 March all the production operations will be suspended, following Italy’s health authorities instructions for a quarantine.

Fincantieri considers its key priorities – once again – the protection of its personnel and subcontractors, as well as meeting...

https://safety4sea.com/fincantieri-ceases-operations-due-to-covid-19/

Australia, New Zealand prohibit cruise calls due to COVID-19

Following the COVID-19 outbreak, Australia and New Zealand decided to ban cruise ships arrivals at their foreign ports to avoid the spread of the disease.

According to the Guardian, Australia banned all cruise arrivals for the following 30 days.

Moreover, people arriving in Australia will be under quarantine for 14 days, as in case they do not follow the restrictions they could face strict fines.

All people coming to Australia will be required, will be required, I stress, to self-isolate for 14...

https://safety4sea.com/australia-new-zealand-prohibit-cruise-calls-due-to-covid-19/

IBIA offers protective measures against COVID-19

Given the international nature of shipping, the contact between ship and shore personnel during the bunkering process involves a possible risk of spreading COVID-19. Therefore, IBIA offers advice to mitigate the risk of infection during bunkering operations.

The key issues for any personnel involved in a bunker delivery, according to IBIA, are to minimize touching surfaces which may be contaminated.

The virus is unlikely to persist on bunker hoses, flanges, valve wheels etc. and in any case,...

https://safety4sea.com/ibia-offers-protective-measures-against-covid-19/

CLIA announces voluntary suspension of US cruise operations

CLIA ocean-going cruise lines will be voluntarily and temporarily suspending cruise ship operations from US ports of call for 30 days as public health officials and the US Government continue to address COVID-19.

CLIA cruise line members are voluntarily and temporarily suspending operations from the US as we work to address this public health crisis. This is an unprecedented situation. Our industry has taken responsibility for protecting public health for more than 50 years, working under the...

https://safety4sea.com/clia-announces-voluntary-suspension-of-us-cruise-operations/

Low Risk Of Infection In Port Of Rotterdam – Public Health Service

tanker in Rotterdam's Tweede Petroleumhaven

Multiple cases of infection with the coronavirus – also referred to as the COVID-19 virus – have currently been reported in Europe. Nevertheless, according to the public health service for the Rijnmond region (GGD Rotterdam-Rijnmond) there are no cases of infection with the virus in the Netherlands and the risk of contracting the disease is very low – particularly in the port area.

The service does not advise taking any new measures apart from observing regular hygiene regulations. GGD...

https://www.marineinsight.com/shipping-news/low-risk-of-infection-in-port-of-rotterdam-public-health-service/

Port of Antwerp continues operations as much as possible

The Port of Antwerp reported that although the Belgian government announced measures to limit the spread of the COVID-19, the Prime Minister asked fro major sectors of industry, including the port, to continue operations.

Following the Prime Minister’s decision, the port stated that

We are facing up to our responsibility and are making it a priority to keep the port fully operational … As the main engine of the Belgian economy, Port of Antwerp is essential to keep Flanders and Belgium supplied.

In...

https://safety4sea.com/port-of-antwerp-continues-operations-as-much-as-possible/

US boosts travel industry’s economy after COVID-19 damage

In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin recently informed that the total cost of legislation aimed towards boosting the US private sector will be significant but not huge.

With coronavirus causing major shutdowns and damaging the travel industry, US government will pay attention on helping businesses that need liquidity.

“It’s hard to model some of these things because you don’t know how many workers are going to be home. I want to be careful about throwing out...

https://safety4sea.com/us-boosts-travel-industrys-economy-after-covid-19-damage/

Braemar docks at the Bahamas to get medical supplies

In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the cruise vessel “Braemar” which five of its passengers tested positive to the disease, anchored in the Bahamas in order to get medical supplies.

In fact, several days ago, four crewmembers and one passenger were found to be infected by the coronavirus.

According to the cruise company, Fred. Olsen Lines, Braemar remained there to take on fuel, food, medicine and other supplies shipped across from Freeport.

Our guests and crew have been waiting in the same...

https://safety4sea.com/braemar-docks-at-the-bahamas-to-get-medical-supplies/

USCG issues updated advisory amid COVID-19

Following the COVID-19 pandemic and its rapid transmission, the United States Coast Guard issued an update to its Marine Safety Information Bulletin published on March 13, including restrictions implemented to more countries.

The updated guidance highlights that the persons that exhibit symptoms consistent with COVID-19 must be reported to the COTP.

The Coast Guard considers it a hazardous condition under 33 CFR 160.216 if anyone, regardless of where they have been or who they have interacted...

https://safety4sea.com/uscg-issues-updated-advisory-amid-covid-19/

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