Web alert: State of emergency declared throughout Egypt

A state of emergency has been declared throughout Egypt by President Adly Mansour. Ships calling at Egyptian ports are recommended to maintain a constant security watch throughout their stay and crew changes are advised to be both limited and to only take place during daylight hours. A curfew is in place throughout most of  Egypt between 19:00 - 06:00 so delays are anticipated, however no disturbances have yet been reported at ports or at the Suez Canal. Members are advised to remain in close contact with their local agents and to contact the Managers should further assistance be required.