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… number and release number did not correspond. The haulier then contacted his office who reviewed the port system to see what the correct container number should be for that release number. The container number…

… Shortly thereafter they received notice from the charterers to cancel the fixture as the Ukrainian ports had been closed as a result of the Russian invasion and therefore, they were unable to proceed to the…

… a pre-departure survey in respect of fouling of the hull. The ship had an extended stay at a port in a warm water area and as result there was a requirement to check for marine growth. The owner…

… earlier frauds. In April this year, ITIC warned its members about a scam resulting in pre-funded port costs being diverted to a fake bank account. In each case the owners received an email advising them…

… the US Customs Service (recently renamed the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection) in locating import containers and shipments which could pose a terrorist threat. At the beginning of 2003 the US Customs…

…A shipbroker was approached by the cargo agent of a company which required a ship to transport two tanks from Holland to Wales. The cargo agent provided the shipbroker with details of the cargo, and these details…

…A container of deep frozen salmon was discharged from a ship at a port in Scandinavia. ITIC’s ship agent member acted as agents for the carriers. All foodstuffs entering the EU from outside the EU must undergo an…

…A liner agent booked a container of calcium hypochlorite to be moved from a port in the Middle East to Europe. Calcium hypochlorite is a dangerous cargo, with an IMO classification of 5.1. The shipping line had sent…

…One of the most important aspects of ITIC’s insurance is the payment of legal costs.  Even if the  Member has absolutely no liability for the claim against him, a defence has to be prepared and the costs can…

… agricultural matters in the EU. It covers a wide range of agricultural matters including economic support to farmers and the control of food production The CAP also controls the import and export of…