IMO 2020 has been in effect since 1 January 2020. From 1 March 2020, the carriage ban on non-compliant fuel oil will enter into force, helping to support implementation of the global sulphur limit. To support the safe and consistent sampling of fuel oil being carried for use, and the enforcement of the carriage ban, IMO’s…
Following the coronavirus outbreak, two online maps have been already launched, presenting the development of the virus, while Wilhelmsen launched its own online tool providing the global port restrictions, easing the shipping industry. Specifically, the map includes the port restrictions that have been issued by countries on a global scale. By clicking on each port…
Amid the spread of the corona outbreak, many issues are arising for the shipping industry as well. In addition to the health tips that seafarers must be aware of, the shipping industry should have a clear picture regarding legal issues, such as if an owner can refuse to go to an affected port. As per…
The St Kitts and Nevis International Ship Registry (SKANReg) has created efficiencies in the way it operates by launching a range of electronic certificates it says will not only speed up the registration process but help in the industry’s efforts to reduce its carbon footprint. The E-Certification process will go live on January 31st. It…
Global Shipping Body (ICS) issues guidance to shipowners in the face of the Corona Virus The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), the global shipping body representing 80% of the world’s merchant fleet, is advising its membership to take steps that limit the spread of the novel Corona Virus (2019-nCov). The instructions reflect advice given from…
The St Kitts and Nevis International Ship Registry (SKANREG) have issued a notice of 3 months to Odin Marine Consulting AS, who were acting as Maritime Registrar within the territory of Bergen, Norway and a result, the agreement between the two parties will cease after the expiration of the notice period and will no longer…
A set of important amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) and various codes mandatory under the Convention enter into force on 1 January 2020. They include: Addressing lifeboat maintenance – preventing accidents with lifeboats Amendments to SOLAS regulations III/3 and III/20 make mandatory the Requirements for maintenance, thorough…
Its time to quickly check and refresh the key points regarding 2020 sulphur cap, to support operators prepare one last time before the IMO 2020 which will be in force from January 2020. What is the current status? First things first, from 1 January 2020, the limit for sulphur in fuel oil used on board…
During its 31st session on 25 November to 4 December 2019, the IMO Assembly adopted, among others, a resolution addressing fraudulent ship registration. The IMO recently put under the microscope over 300 ships involved in fraudulent vessel registrations operating without the knowledge of governments they claim to represent. The Assembly resolution on this topic includes a procedure…
The International Chamber of Commerce International Maritime Bureau’s (IMB) report for the third quarter of 2019 demonstrates fewer incidents of piracy and armed robbery against ships than the first nine months of 2018. 119 incidents of Piracy and Armed Robbery Against Ships have been reported to the IMB Piracy Reporting Centre (IMB PRC) in 2019,…