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June 2017

Update on the Qatar situation

The cutting of diplomatic ties with Qatar imposed by a number of Arab states with effect from 6 June 2017 has also impacted the operation of ships in the area due to the restrictions imposed. 

May 2017

Indian service tax - update 5 May

BIMCO continues to hear back from members on the issue of the Indian Service Tax. 

February 2017

United States - CSA round-up for January 2017

BIMCO receives a monthly update from the Chamber of Shipping of America (CSA) advising BIMCO of the latest legislative developments affecting international shipping in the US.  BIMCO produces a brief based on CSA’s January update so members can have a quick update. The full CSA report is also provided.

Measures tightened to control outward remittances from China

Recently, China’s State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE) has tightened up measures to control outward overseas remittances with a view to curbing Chinese capital outflows.

January 2017

Indian service tax change imposed affecting owners and operators of ships calling India to discharge

On 12 January the Indian Government issued notifications related to the payment of Service Tax. 

BIMCO launches first report on global dry bulk terminal performance

BIMCO is seeking to drive the improvement of standards for ships at dry bulk terminals across the world and has today launched its first report on terminal performance.