The EU is introducing new border crossing rules from October 12: passports will no longer have stamps, but will instead have digital biometric registration
✅ What is important to know:🟦 The system applies to trips of up to 90 days within any 180 days (short-term stay).🟦 Instead of stamps in the passport, there will be digital registration.🟦 The following data will be collected:— a photo of the face,— fingerprints of 4 fingers (for persons aged 12 and over),— passport […]
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From 19.09 the cost of a medical examination for a diploma (renewal/assignment) will be 400-450 🚀💸 Before that time you can manage to do it under the old one!
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The pilot’s safety is the crew’s responsibility!
On board, every little thing matters: the correct installation of the ladder, serviceable rails, sufficient height of the fastening and the absence of obstacles – all this guarantees safety during the boarding and disembarking of the pilot. Responsibilities of the responsible officer:1️⃣ Know the rules for installing the ladder.2️⃣ Establish communication with the bridge.3️⃣ Monitor […]
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Panama President Announces Development of Panama Canal Gas Pipeline
Panama President Jose Raul Mulino, who is visiting Japan, has announced the start of the construction of an LNG gas pipeline The canal administration notes that the initiative will improve the region’s energy security, attract new investments and diversify cargo transportation routes. In addition, the project is seen as a step towards modernizing the Panama […]
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New SOLAS V/23 pilot lifting requirements
The UK Maritime Pilots Association (UKMPA) has released guidance and a poster on the changes to SOLAS Regulation V/23 adopted at IMO MSC 110 🔘 Updated pilot ladder standards and securing rules🔘 Changes aim to improve safety and establish uniform requirements Transitional implementation dates:🖤 New installations – from 1 January 2028🖤 Existing installations on SOLAS […]
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