Crisis in Ukraine
This webpage brings together information which may be of interest to IMCA Members whose work is impacted by the military action and consequences which began in Ukraine on 24 February 2022.
These news items are selected from various sources and are generated by third parties. We will continue to update this page with information and resources generated as a reference centre for Members.
Latest News on Crisis in Ukraine
Survey on the Wellbeing of seafarers affected by the conflict in Ukraine
Please see the below links to the results of a survey on the wellbeing of seafarers affected by the conflict in Ukraine.
Read moreOver 300 vessels and at least 1,000 seafarers are stuck in Ukraine
Food, fuel and medical supplies are running low on ships stuck in Ukraine, unable to leave due to the fighting. Despite an initial flurry of successful evacuations from shipowners and […]
Read moreInformation reporting form for ships stranded in Ukraine ports and waters
Please use the online form to submit information on ships stranded in the Black Sea and Sea of Azov. This information will be received by the IMO Secretariat Emergency Task Force. If […]
Read moreInformation for people fleeing the war in Ukraine
If you are fleeing the war in Ukraine and coming to the European Union, you will find key information about your rights with regard to crossing the border into an […]
Read moreUkraine Conflict – Repatriation of Crew FAQs
Click tile below to read the article from WEST
Read moreEU Places Financial Sanctions on Russian Maritime Register of Shipping
The Maritime Executive article is linked below.
Read moreIMO calls Extraordinary Council Session
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) will hold an Extraordinary Session of its Council to address the impacts on shipping and seafarers of the situation in the Black Sea and the […]
Read moreIMO Calls Extraordinary Session as Seafarers Remain Caught in Ukraine
Responding to international calls for action, the UN’s International Maritime Organization announced that it will convene an extraordinary council session to address the impacts on shipping and seafarers of the […]
Read moreUK shipping sanctions on Russian vessels have broad and unknown effects
Read The Lloyds List – Maritime Intelligence article below.
Read moreCOMMUNICATION FROM THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION
Providing operational guidelines for external border management to facilitate border crossings at the EU-Ukraine borders.
Read moreIMCA suspends Russian members
We are all deeply saddened by the events unfolding in the Ukraine and are following the lead of governments, industry majors, and overwhelming public opinion.
Read moreUK introduces new sanctions against Russia including ban on ships and fresh financial measures
The UK has introduced new sanctions against Russia, including banning Russian ships from UK ports and additional economic measures. Click the tile below to read more.
Read moreUkraine: IMO Secretary-General statement
Click the tile below to read a statement from IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim.
Read moreParis MoU – Guidance on repatriation of seafarers due to situation in Ukraine
Following the developments in Ukraine, MAB considered that there is a need to apply flexibility under these circumstances considering difficulties to be encountered in repatriation of seafarers. In its decision […]
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