Topic: Dutch Shipowners Association

Dutch shipowners angry about delay in protection against pirates

Dutch shipowners are angry that entry into force of the Merchant Shipping Protection Act has been delayed. This law allows the use of private armed…

Guest column Guest column: “Will ships still take migrants on board after the hijacking of a Turkish vessel?”

Shipowners worry if they can still guarantee the safety of their crew and vessel when helping people in need, writes Annet Koster, managing director of…