Seafarers on returning U.S. aid ships face quarantine
NOVEMBER 4, 2014 — Ships returning to the U.S. after taking aid cargos to Ebola affected areas, may find themselves having to fly the black and yellow L Lima flag, signifying that
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Liberian Registry backs IMO guidance on Ebola
OCTOBER 27, 2014 — The Liberian Registry is giving its full support of the International Maritime Organization’s recommendation that there should be no general ban on international travel or trade due to
Carnival Cruise Line passenger tests negative for Ebola
OCTOBER 19, 2014 — Carnival Cruise Lines says that this morning, Carnival Magic docked in Galveston at approximately 4.30 am. Healthcare authorities boarded the cruise ship to conduct a final health screening
Ebola case health worker quarantined on cruise ship
OCTOBER 17, 2014 — The cruise ship Carnival Magic was today reportedly returning to the U.S. with a low risk Ebola contact in voluntary isolation in her cabin. The Texas Health Presbyterian
Panama Canal Authority issues Ebola advisory
SEPTEMBER 26, 2014 — The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has issued an Advisory to Shipping (No. A-22-2014) on Measures for the Prevention and Protection against the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) In order
Ship operators told to take Ebola outbreak precautions
AUGUST 8, 2014 — The U.S. Coast Guard yesterday issued a Marine Safety Information Bulletin on Ebola virus precautions. It reminds vessel representatives that reports to the Center for Disease Control and
Shipping bodies issue Ebola virus advice
AUGUST 4, 2014 — Three global shipping organizations today issued guidance to their members on the risks posed to ships’ crews calling in countries affected by the Ebola virus. A spokesperson for