The Harsh Reality of US Coast Guard Migrant Policy
by John Konrad (gCaptain) When merchant and cruise ships rescue migrants at sea, they offer more than just a lifeline from the perilous waters; they provide critical sustenance and care....
Overall arrivals were slightly down from 2008 and 2009, with 1,134 and 1,172 arrivals respectively, to 1,112 distinct vessel arrivals in 2010. Notably, GL is the only Recognised Organisation (RO) with more than 1,000 arrivals in each of the last 3 years to have no class related detentions assessed.
Maintaining ship safety, environmental protection and operating systems year on year is essential in a climate of increased maritime scrutiny, and greater environmental awareness. The importance of rigour assessment services by ROs, is made plain by the introduction of a ban system in the US for vessels which repeatedly violate international regulations. Three ships were banned in 2010.
The report noted a decrease in the number of detentions related to safety and environmental protection systems of 11% over the last three years.
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