Cyprus hopes easing of lockdown will facilitate crew changes
Cyprus is facilitating crew changes on a case-by-case basis. Its flag registry has already allowed for extensions in certification and the postponement of surveys. The country’s shipping deputy minister warned of the severe impact a continuation of the pandemic could have and hopes crew changes and repatriations will be easier to conduct as governments begin lifting lockdown measures
Governments across Europe and beyond are considering easing lockdown measures. This should enable more crew changes, Cyprus’ deputy shipping minister hopes