BIMCO and ICS introduce a Procedure for independent testing and certification of in-water cleaning companies, focusing on ensuring the effectiveness of waste capture systems to address biofouling issues, reduce drag, and enhance ship performance, ultimately aiming to facilitate global access to envi... Please follow the link to continue reading.
BIMCO's Documentary Committee in Copenhagen approves new contracts and clauses, setting industry standards for SmartCon and the BIMCO website, with explanatory notes coming soon.
See the outcomes and decisions from the BIMCO Documentary Committee meeting May 2022
Two papers, covering operational and safety aspects of in-water cleaning, as well as the revised Procedure for independent testing and certification of in-water cleaning companies, have been submitted to the 11th session of the IMO’s Pollution Prevention and Response Sub-Committee.
Watch a recording of the webinar held on 5 December.
BIMCO has established a subcommittee to review and address the implication of the FuelEU Maritime Regulation.
The International Maritime Organisation’s 2020 global sulphur limit for marine fuel oil has been in force for more than a year. BIMCO, The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), INTERCARGO and INTERTANKO are calling on Fleet Managers, Vessel Managers, Technical Superintendents, Masters and Chief E... Please follow the link to continue reading.
BIMCO has updated its Liquid Cargo Database
The Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) of the IMO has agreed to start a comprehensive review and revision of the STCW Convention and Code.
The recently imposed new restrictions in several ports will have an impact on the operations of ships. Performing crew changes will very likely become more difficult and result in floating quarantines, meaning that more delays and disruptions in supply chains can be expected. With the new variant c... Please follow the link to continue reading.
