Guidance on low-sulphur fuel oil now available
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2020 Transitional Fuel Clause imminent
BIMCO’s 2020 Bunker Clause working group is pushing hard to finish work on two key clauses addressing the global switch to 0.5% sulphur content fuel on 1 January 2020.
BIMCO asks for changes in sulphur sampling proposal
BIMCO argues for clear regulations for when and where the samples for fuel in use are taken. The current proposal for sulphur content sampling of fuel on ships would require extensive fitting of new sampling points.
IMO increases focus on 2020 fuel safety
The IMO has agreed to back a proposal submitted by BIMCO and fellow industry associations to have the Marine Safety Committee (MSC) take a more robust stance when it comes to expected safety implications of compliant fuel ahead of the IMO 0.50% sulphur limit coming into force on 1 January 2020.
Fit for purpose: are your bunker clauses 2020 ready?
Technical, regulatory and financial aspects of the 2020 global fuel sulphur cap regime understandably loom large in people’s minds. But the importance of the contractual dimension should not be overlooked. BIMCO is forging ahead with an all-encompassing 2020 Clause for charter parties, which should ... Please follow the link to continue reading.
BIMCO adopts 2020 bunker clauses
BIMCO has developed two 2020 bunker clauses that deal with general compliance and the transitional period for an early December release.
Fit for purpose: are your bunker clauses 2020 ready?
Technical, regulatory and financial aspects of the 2020 global fuel sulphur cap regime understandably loom large in people’s minds. But the importance of the contractual dimension should not be overlooked. BIMCO is forging ahead with an all-encompassing 2020 Clause for charter parties, which should ... Please follow the link to continue reading.
What does the “IMO 2020” regulation really say? A quick guide
The shipping industry has all eyes firmly fixed on the topic, but what exactly do the “IMO 2020” global sulphur cap regulations say? This guide looks at five highly relevant topics, how to comply and how the regulation will be enforced.
BIMCO calls on IMO to adapt more accurate sulphur verification procedures
BIMCO and partners have submitted a paper to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), proposing ways to secure a uniform and more accurate way of interpreting results, when measuring the level of sulphur in fuel oil.
First BIMCO 2020 bunker clause fast tracked for October
BIMCO will produce several clauses dealing with specific issues related to 2020, as making one clause to fit all concerns was deemed unworkable. The first 2020 clause – focused on compliance - may be published as soon as end October.
