Bangladesh Proposes Amendments for Ship Recycling Legislation Ahead of 2025 Deadline

Draft amendments have been proposed in Bangladesh to update ship recycling and hazardous waste management laws to meet international standards. Key stakeholders from government and private sectors attended a workshop to review these amendments, emphasizing the importance of environmental performance and worker safety. The amendments aim to align with international conventions.

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Bangladesh Warns Companies Against Sanctioned Ships After LPG Carrier Blaze

Following a recent severe blaze off the Bangladeshi coastline, the government has issued a directive to local companies to refrain from engaging with sanctioned ships and cargoes. The incident involved a 32-year-old LPG carrier carrying sanctioned Iranian gas, resulting in the rescue of 31 individuals after two gas carriers caught fire near Chittagong port.

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Rising Piracy Activity in Southeast Asia Prompts Warnings from Monitoring Agencies

Monitoring agencies are warning of increased piracy activity, with perpetrators boarding vessels, tying up crewmembers, and stealing stores. ReCAAP highlights Singapore and Malacca straits as hotspots, with a rise in incidents near Chattogram Anchorage and Kutubdia island in Bangladesh. Recent incidents near Singapore have raised concerns, prompting heightened security measures. Successful efforts by the Philippine Coast Guard have reduced the threat level in certain areas.

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