IMO agrees on GMDSS updates to enhance safety for ships
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77th meeting of IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee
Following COP 26, it was no surprise that most of the time spent on the deliberations at the 77th meeting of the IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 77) focused on GHG reductions from international shipping. Nevertheless, the committee still managed to make progress on ballast water ma... Please follow the link to continue reading.
Concentrated PSC inspection campaign by Paris MoU and Tokyo MoU
In light of a series of catastrophic fire incidents, it is anticipated that countries will conduct a thorough evaluation of ship fire safety, with specific attention given to fire safety systems and secure on-board procedures and practices.
War in Ukraine: Guidance regarding maritime security implications
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Crewless ships, cyber security and ballast water issues top agenda for Marine Committee
A broad range of “hot” industry issues kept BIMCO’s Marine Committee busy at its recent meeting at BIMCO House.
Cyber risk and autonomous ships
BIMCO has submitted four papers to the Maritime Safety Committee. The papers discuss how autonomous ships should be tried before they are allowed to operate, and that cyber risk management should be part of the ship’s Safety Management System.
IMO to start comprehensive review of STCW Convention and Code
The Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) of the IMO has agreed to start a comprehensive review and revision of the STCW Convention and Code.
New publication offers updated maritime security guidance for mariners operating off West Africa and the Gulf of Guinea
Industry organisations, supported by government and military organisations, have worked together to produce a new publication that will help mariners detect, deter and delay external threats to their safety. Best Management Practices to Enhance Maritime Security for Vessels & Mariners Operating Off ... Please follow the link to continue reading.
Guidelines published on developing and implementing SMS fit for alternative fuels
A set of guidelines has been developed for strengthening Safety Management Systems (SMS) for the use of alternative fuels in the maritime industry.
EU increases reporting requirements for handling, shipping, and transporting goods
The EU is making it stricter to report how goods are handled, shipped, and transported with the new Import Control System 2 (ICS2) starting 3 June 2024. Not following these rules could cause delays and even sanctions.
