Grain contamination claims focus for new video from UK P&I Club

摘要

A number of grain contamination claims has led to a new video being produced by UK P&I Club to highlight the importance of diligent record-keeping during cargo loading. It is the latest in the Club's online 'Ask an Expert' series and features Chris Ellyatt from CWA International talking about the increasing number of grain contamination claims and their causes. Mr Ellyatt explains it is often difficult to work out if these claims are due to the inherent contaminants at the load port, or if they are a result of improper hold cleaning by the ship staff. He highlights the importance of recordkeeping during loading to ensure any untoward contaminants are documented, and emphasises the need for extra care when preparing the holds for food grade cargo. He notes there en instances where entire cargo is rejected due to issues such as small contamination by genetically modified cargoes in countries where they are banned. However, he reassures viewers that despite the contamination, there are still options available for the owners and receivers to rectify the cargo avoid major losses.