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IMPA open letter - Crew exchange in times of corona


by Marine-Pilots.com - published on 4 July 2020 228 -

The IMPA has published on 30th June 2020 a letter about crew exchange in times of corona. Read the letter here:


Editors Note:
A Correct statement of the IMPA. Thank you and keep it up!
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