NEW DIRECTIVE FOR SAFER PILOTAGE SERVICES:

The Directorate General for Maritime Affairs has recently announced a Directive Regarding the Safety of Pilotage Services, which will come into force on 1 July 2024.

MAJOR AMENDMENTS INTRODUCED TO RULES GOVERNING TRAFFIC IN THE TURKISH STRAITS:

TURKISH STRAITS: TRANSIT TIME INCREASED TO 168 HOURS:

The new rule extends the maximum 48-hours stopover period to 7 days.