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27 July, 2012
In this issue:
| 1. | Why is the weighing of containers an issue? | | 2. | What is the impact of terminals being 'in the frame' for weighing containers? | | 3. | When is regulation the best way forward?
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Why is the weighing of containers an issue?
We are looking for marine transportation… 60 containers per time and 53 MT per container… please give us an estimated price and contact us." Whether or not this shipper request was 'spam', it raises important issues for every forwarder or carrier.
Read full article here.
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What is the impact of terminals being 'in the frame' for weighing containers?
A number of terminals and terminal groups have expressed disquiet that proposals to the IMO would see them responsible for ensuring that weight has been verified prior to loading containers on board a ship. What is likely to change?
Read full article here.
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When is regulation the best way forward?
Many would say that our lives are already too regulated, whether in terms of personal or corporate existence. Why does the TT Club believe that the WSC proposal to amend SOLAS in relation to container weighing should be supported?
Read full article here.
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Peregrine Storrs-Fox
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