Mr Ibrahima MOUMBAGNE (C/E)
AFRICA P&I CAMEROON c/oAPREMAR
Rue King Akwa
Douala
Cameroon
E-Mail: cameroon[@]africapandi.com
Phone: + 237 233 426 523
Mobiles: + 237 699 915 862 / + 237 699 594 653
In view of the recent increase of pirates attacked in the area, Cameroon authorities have shown concern to improve the security off the Cameroon coast by providing military guards to vessels during their stay at anchorage.
Make sure forms are properly filed in order to avoid fines, especially: certificates, declaration of bunkers and other paint stores, lube oils etc.… passports of the crew members and the seaman books must also be in order.
The river approach can be dangerous with regular groundings because of the draft restrictions in the channel. Particular attention is recommended even when the pilot is on board.