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Could Russia be brought to justice for war crimes at sea?
At the time when Russia is shelling civilian ships, and the UN Security Council is more like a circus performance, it is worth turning to historical examples and international legislation. USM discusses Russia’s violations of the rules of war at sea, the San Remo Directive, and possible liability for crimes against shipping.
Ukraine may ban maritime communication with Russia for 50 years
The government of Ukraine proposes to ban any transport connection with Russia for 50 years.
The Shipping Administration sent by post 100 seaman’s record books
The Shipping Administration also told what Ukrainian sailors need to do after receiving the documents.
Ukrainian mariners were given the term of documents
The Ministry of Infrastructure has extended the validity of seafarers’ qualification documents until June 30, 2023.
Documents during the war: where should Ukrainian sailors apply?
There are four branches of Morrichservice in Ukraine. However, the war disrupted the activities of almost all of them.
Paper documents for maritime shipping are no longer needed
The Ministry of Infrastructure abolishes the use of paper documents when registering maritime shipping.
“Seafarers` books” and “certificates of competency” were extended il the end of June: who will it affect
The Ministry of Infrastructure has extended the validity of documents for seafarers til the end of June.
Ukraine will introduce new exams and certificates for drivers of small boats
The Ministry of Infrastructure has published a draft order approving the Procedure for training and confirming the qualifications of boatmasters of small boats and jet skis.
MIU will completely digitize services for seafarers, – Kubrakov
The Minister of Infrastructure, Olexandr Kubrakov, said that the Ministry of Infrastructure plans to completely digitize the seafarers’ certification field.
Seafarers will be able to monitor the status of verification of their documents
Seafarers’ service centers of Morrichservice in Odesa, Izmail, Kherson and Mariupol will be able to monitor the status of verification of the seafarer’s documents.