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18 Nov

SC 21-013: Temporary Change of Marine Desk location

Breaking News, BulletinsCBP, COVID-19, Southern Currents, USCBP

UPDATE ISSUED 19NOV2020 AT 1640 LOCAL: The Marine Desk located on the Customhouse First Floor, 423 Canal Street, Suite 186, will reopen for normal business hours on Friday, November 20, 2020. SC 21-013 Effective immediately (0440 local on 18NOV2020), the…

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28 Apr

MSIB 02-20: Update Novel Coronavirus Change 4

Breaking News, BulletinsCOVID-19, MSIB, USCG

MSIB O2-20 Update 4 The purpose of the MSIB is to provide guidance on reporting and infection control measures for vessel arriving to or traveling between any U.S. port or place to maintain the safety of personnel onboard vessels as well…

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22 Apr

NOBRA Pilots: MEDICAL CLEARANCE / VESSEL MOVEMENTS

PilotageCOVID-19, NOBRA Pilots

Received from NOBRA: DISPATCH is experiencing problems receiving MEDICAL CLEARANCE pertaining to taking vessel orders. Each VESSEL must provide NOBRA DISPATCH with an email certifying that there are NO ill crew members (CORONA VIRUS) to report or, if so, all proper…

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10 Apr

SC 20-030: Restriction on C1 (crewmembers in transit) Hoteling

Breaking NewsCBP, COVID-19, Southern Currents, USCBP

SC 20-030 Effective Immediately: In support of Federal, State, and Local restrictions being implemented to address the public health emergency and community spread of COVID-19, maritime crew in transit (C1) will not be allowed to self-quarantine in a hotel prior to…

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06 Apr

MSIB 13-20: TWIC Operations

Breaking News, BulletinsCOVID-19, MSIB, TWIC, USCG

MSIB 13-20 The uninterrupted flow of commerce on our Marine Transportation System (MTS) is critical to both National Security and National economic well-being. During this National emergency for COVID-19 it is paramount that the Coast Guard safeguards the continued operation…

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06 Apr

MSIB 12-20: COVID-19 – Vessel and Facility Response Plans

Breaking News, BulletinsCOVID-19, MSIB, USCG

MSIB 12-20 The uninterrupted flow of commerce on our Marine Transportation System (MTS) is critical to both National Security and economic vitality. During the ongoing national emergency, it is paramount that we safeguard the continued operation of the MTS in…

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06 Apr

MSIB 08-20: Update 1 – COVID-19 and Mariner Credentials

Breaking News, BulletinsCOVID-19, MSIB, USCG

MSIB 08-20 Update 1 The USCG has issued an update to their MSIB addressing COVID-19 guidance concerning mariner credentials, medical certificates, etc.Highlights: Regional Exam Centers are closed. Expired credentials are extended. Expired STCW Endorsements and Medical Certificates are extended. Pilot…

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05 Apr

NOBRA Pilots: Update-Procedures for Ordering Pilots

Breaking News, BulletinsCOVID-19, NOBRA, NOBRA Pilots

Captain Steve Hathorn, President of the NOBRA Pilots has confirmed the following: The dispatcher will take an order for a pilot only AFTER dispatch receives the email from the Master attesting to the safety of the ship and crew. So,…

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03 Apr

SC 20-029: Alternate Payment Options for Entry Summaries

Big River Coalition, BulletinsCBP, COVID-19, Southern Currents, USCBP

SC 20-029     Alternate payment options for CBP Entry Summaries for the Port of New Orleans. In lieu of Automated Clearing House [ACH] (electronic) payments, brokers and importers have two additional options to make payments to the CBP New…

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03 Apr

Pilot Escorts

Breaking News, PilotageCOVID-19, NOBRA Pilots

From NOBRA Pilots:It seems that some of the Nobra Pilots are having trouble getting the crew member assigned to escort them to the bridge to use the outside stairwell. I’m sure a lot of this is a language issue with foreign…

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02 Apr

SC 20-028: – UPDATE-Temporary Vessel Entrance and Clearance Procedures

Breaking News, BulletinsCBP, COVID-19, USCBP

SC 20-028 Payment Submissions.  Mail does not come directly to the New Orleans Marine Division.  All mail for the Customhouse is delivered in bulk and then sorted and delivered to various offices throughout the building.  When someone from CBP signs…

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01 Apr

TWIC Enrollment Guidance Regarding COVID-19

Breaking NewsCOVID-19, DHS, TSA

ESVP Guidance  Mariners should make every effort to keep their TWIC card valid and the earlier people begin the process with the TSA for renewal of their TWIC, the better.  A link is provided below for people to check and…

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30 Mar

SC 20-027: Customhouse Resumes Operations on Tuesday March 31, 2020

Breaking News, BulletinsCBP, COVID-19, Southern Currents, USCBP

SC 20-027 Port Operations at the New Orleans Customhouse will resume on Tuesday morning March 31, 2020. Thank you for your patience today as employees worked out of temporary locations. Questions regarding this notice may be directed to Assistant Port…

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30 Mar

NOBRA Pilot Preservation & High Water Restrictions

Breaking News, Bulletins, PilotageCOVID-19, NOBRA, NOBRA Pilots

NOBRA Letter 033020 NOBRA Letter (2) 033020 The NOBRA Pilots has requested the maritime industry’s cooperation with the implementation of the following practices: Please complete all paperwork, company business, etc. prior to ordering a pilot to reduce idle pilot bridge time,…

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30 Mar

MSIB 10-20: COVID-19 Guidance for Maritime Operators on Compliance with Federal Drug Testing Requirements

Breaking News, BulletinsCOVID-19, MSIB, USCG

MSIB 10-020 The Commandant has issued the following recommended actions for marine employers with mariners in safety sensitive positions who are subject to drug testing under 46 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 16:  Random Testing: Operators shall continue to…

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30 Mar

MSIB 11-20: COVID-19 Maintaining Maritime Commerce and Identification of Essential Maritime Critical Infrastructure Workers

Breaking News, BulletinsCOVID-19, MSIB, USCG

MSIB XX-041 The USCG has released further information identifying ‘essential workers’ needed for sustaining the continuous flow of maritime commerce. Many MTS workers will have a federal Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) that may be used to confirm their MTS…

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27 Mar

SC 20-026: Temporary Change of Location for CBP Services March 28-30

Breaking News, BulletinsCBP, COVID-19, Southern Currents, USCBP

SC 20-026 Out of an abundance of caution, the CBP offices located on the Customhouse first floor, 423 Canal Street, Suite 186, will temporarily relocate as follows so the customhouse can be sanitized. Saturday, Sunday, and Monday March 28 –…

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26 Mar

SC 20-024: Temporary Vessel Entrance and Clearance Procedures – COVID-19 Response

Breaking News, BulletinsCBP, COVID-19, Southern Currents, USCBP

SC 20-024 CBP New Orleans is providing temporary vessel entrance and clearance procedures via email. Complete instructions are in the Southern Currents link at the top of this post. IMPORTANT!!! – Agents should do everything possible ensure all forms are correctly…

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25 Mar

Valero Meraux Updated Pre-arrival Checklist

Breaking News, FacilitiesCOVID-19, Valero, Valero Mereaux

Valero Meraux New Pre-Arrival Valero has updated the pre-arrival checklist for the Meraux refinery. See attached for the updated checklist, and feel free to reach out with any questions or contact Time Long with Valero at (985)764-4716.

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25 Mar

NOBRA Requests Minimum Possible Detention Time

Breaking News, PilotageCOVID-19, NOBRA, NOBRA Pilots

NOBRA is requesting that agents and facilities reduce the detention time to a bare minimum. This will cut the time a pilot is onboard and in contact with crew members. This reduction in onboard time will lessen the chance of…

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