UK: Andrew Weir Shipping Obtains Full MLC Compliance

Andrew Weir Shipping has received letters of compliance from the UK Maritime & Coastguard Agency which confirm that the company’s DMLC Part II, systems and procedures will comply with the requirements of the Maritime Labour Convention.

This confirmation has been received well in advance of the application date of the convention, and before the UK Government has passed the legislation. With all third-party managed vessels audited and found compliant, Andrew Weir is one of the first management companies in the UK to receive such confirmations from the MCA for all vessels in its managed fleet.

 Andrew Weir’s Managing Director Steve Corkhill commented “We have always prided ourselves on keeping ahead of all upcoming legislation. Our work with UK Government departments and other demanding clients dictate that we cannot allow ourselves to be complacent with these matters. This preparedness benefits all vessels under our management.”

Marine Superintendent Mark Causon added “Effective forward planning and project management between Andrew Weir, our crewing partners and the MCA has resulted in the compliance for all vessels being achieved in a timely manner. The task was not as onerous as first envisaged due mainly to the close liaison of all parties throughout the process.”

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AWS, August 20, 2013