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Dynamic Precision at Sea: BIMCO publishes DP Annex for SUPPLYTIME 2017

24 January 2024

BIMCO achieves a significant milestone with the release of the Dynamic Positioning (DP) Annex for SUPPLYTIME 2017, underscoring its commitment to advancing contractual standards in the shipping industry. The newly published Annex establishes a standardised framework for the use, maintenance, and operations of DP systems in the offshore sector, providing clarity and guidance for industry stakeholders adding to the suite of Special Tasks Annexes already published.

Two new Special Task Annexes added to SUPPLYTIME library

14 July 2022

BIMCO has further expanded its library of Special Task Annexes for SUPPLYTIME 2017 with the addition of a new annexes for crane operations (surface and subsea) and accommodation of charterers’ personnel.

Spain, Catalonia - Vilanova i la Geltru

14 August 2019

IMO Provisional categorisation of liquid substances

13 December 2023

On 1 December 2023 IMO released the annual update of the MEPC.2 Circular Provisional categorization of liquid substances in accordance with MARPOL Annex II and the IBC Code.

The liquid cargo regulations

02 December 2021

The carriage of chemicals in bulk is governed by SOLAS Chapter VII - Carriage of dangerous goods and MARPOL Annex II - Regulations for the Control of Pollution by Noxious Liquid Substances in Bulk . The Conventions require chemical tankers built after 1 July 1986 to comply with the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IBC Code). The carriage of oil is governed by SOLAS Chapter II-2 and MARPOL Annex I - Regulations for the Prevention of Pollution by Oil

New annexes broaden scope of SUPPLYTIME 2017

12 March 2020

BIMCO has developed four annexes for specialised tasks not covered under the SUPPLYTIME charter party.

IBC and MARPOL Annex II changes require preparations ahead of 1 January 2021

14 October 2020

Amendments to the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IBC Code) and International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution From Ships, 1973 as modified by the Protocol of 1978 (MARPOL) Annex II - Carriage of noxious liquid substances in bulk, will impact all stakeholders in the chemical and Vegetable oils trade. As the amendments enter into force on 1 January 2021, It is recommended that ships replace existing certificates as soon as possible, to make sure the vessels are operational come 1 January.