CBP Officers Seize 214 Pounds Of Cocaine In Puerto

Routine Vessel Inspection Results in Huge Cocaine Discovery in Puerto Rico

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers recently seized approximately 214 pounds of cocaine, valued at $1.7 million, hidden in a parasitic device on the M/V Medstar. The vessel, arriving from the Dominican Republic, was inspected using underwater drone technology, showcasing the effectiveness of advanced tools in combating drug smuggling. An investigation is ongoing.

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Rightship Revises Timeline For Vessel Inspection Age

RightShip Updates Vessel Inspection Age Trigger to 10 Years with Phased Implementation Plan

RightShip, a digital maritime platform focusing on ESG, has adjusted its vessel inspection age trigger timeline, lowering the threshold from 14 to 10 years in a four-phase process. Industry feedback, including from INTERCARGO and ICS, played a key role in refining the approach. The phased implementation allows for smoother adjustments and additional inspector accreditation.

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