The following was received from Valero: “With the recent uptick in COVID cases, we have reinstated some more strict access guidance to all parts of the refinery. As far as visitors to vessels I will start with what will be…
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Updated October 26, 2021: As reported earlier; as of November 8, 2021 If you are a non-U.S. citizen who is a nonimmigrant (not a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or traveling to the United States on an immigrant visa), you…
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a Federal order, Requirement for Persons to Wear Masks while on Conveyances and at Transportation Hubs, 29JAN2021 (the Order) requiring all persons traveling on all commercial vessels to wear a mask. The CDC…
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Global Maritime Ministries in New Orleans is coordinating free COVID-19 vaccinations for foreign crew members. The following procedures apply: The ship’s Captain fill out the form at https://portministry.com/seafarer-resources/vaccination. Once Global Maritime Ministry receives the information they will add it to their…
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Recently there have been several incidents of reported COVID cases on board vessels. I’ve been asked “What happens then…..?” Below for your information is: Guidance provided by CDC Houston (which covers Louisiana Ports). USCG Sector NOLA response to agent soliciting…
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The U.S. Coast Guard has issued a Marine Safety Information Bulletin titled: COVID-19 Safety Requirements in the Maritime Transportation System This order references: President Biden’s Executive Order (13998) of January 21, 2021 titled: Promoting COVID-19 Safety in Domestic and International…
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Presidential Executive Order 13998 addresses COVID-19 prevention guidelines for travelers. Per Section 3: The Secretary of Transportation (including through the Administrator of the FAA) and the Secretary of Homeland Security (including through the Administrator of the TSA and the Commandant…
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Port NOLA Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update Dear Port NOLA Stakeholders, As our community navigates this unprecedented time, we wanted to provide you with updates regarding the Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) and our operations. Port NOLA is prepared to meet these challenges…
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USCG Headquarters has issued Change 2 Update to their MSIB Novel Coronavirus. Updates include: Previous restrictions applied only to vessels or any vessel carrying passengers from Iran or China (excluding Hong Kong and Macau). Change 2 has expanded the countries…
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