HOT PORT NEWS from GAC
Crew changes possible
Maldives
The Maldives is now open for all nationalities, and crew change can be conducted through Male.
Squally weather warning
Bangladesh
Squally weather is likely over the maritime ports, North Bay and adjoining coastal areas of Bangladesh.
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Covid-19 update
Bangladesh
The Covid-19 situation in Bangladesh is improving, with people getting vaccinated gradually. There are no restrictions for vessels arriving at the country’s ports.
Mandatory vaccination for ‘at risk’ port workers
Western Australia, Australia
It will soon be mandatory for Western Australian port workers to be vaccinated against Covid-19 before they can access and undertake some roles on an ‘exposed’ vessel.
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Heavy rains after cyclone makes landfall
Andhra Pradesh, India
Cyclone Gulab made landfall at Kalingaptnam on Sunday evening, leaving a trail of destruction in the north coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh.
Sea Parade on 1 October 2021
Hong Kong
A flag raising ceremony will be held at 0800 hours on 1 October outside the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre to celebrate the 72nd Anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China.
Opening Hours of Central Marine Office
Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Central Marine Office will open from 0900 hours to 1100 hours on 1 October 2021 (Friday) for processing arrival and port clearance of all vessels
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