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Shipping Regulations and Guidance - Week 26 Friday 26th June 2020
Friday 26th June 2020
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Shipping Regulations and Guidance Week 26, 2020 � Friday 26th June Click Here to view this email as a PDF. Forward this email to a friend Flag State Regulations and Guidance Updates UK � has published three amended documents: a marine guidance note: 'Use of GMDSS Equipment in General Communications' two marine information notes: 'COVID-19: Guidance on the Reporting of Occupational Diseases' 'COVID-19: Guidance on Minimising Risk to Ships� Crews and Other Maritime Sector Workers'. Marshall Islands � has released three new or amended documents: two updated marine notices: 'Anti-Fouling Systems Convention' 'List of Office and Service Locations' a new marine safety advisory entitled 'Enclosed Space Entry Incidents'. Panama � has released three updated documents: an updated marine notice entitled 'IUU List' two updated circulars: 'List of Approved P&I Clubs / Insurers' 'Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006). Exemption Certificate and Dispensation Letter. Title 3. Regulation 3.1.� Accommodation and Recreational Facilities'. Singapore � has published a new port marine circular entitled 'Revision of Height Restriction in Cruise Bay'. Hong Kong � has released a new merchant shipping information note entitled 'Implementation of the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments, 2004 to Hong Kong'. Cyprus � has issued a new circular entitled 'Guidance regarding the implementation of international statutory requirements which contain references �to the satisfaction of the Administration� or �to be specified by the Administration� or vaguely worded'. Recent Class Society Guidance Bureau Veritas � has released three new guidance documents: 'Amendments to the Structural Rules for Container Ships' 'Amendments to the Rules on Materials and Welding for the Classification of Marine Units' 'Recognition of non-destructive testing suppliers'. China Classification Society � has issued four new guidance documents: 'Guidelines for Shipboard Vibration Control 2020 RCN No.1' 'Rules for Materials and Welding 2020 RCN No.1' 'Rules for Classification of Sea-Going Steel Ships 2020 RCN No.2' 'RCN No.1 Rules for Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk'. DNV GL � has released a news alert entitled 'Upcoming IMO requirements on safe mooring'. Indian Register of Shipping � has issued two new technical circulars: 'Mauritius Merchant Shipping Notice, MSN-18/2020 Reg Vessels and Seafarer�s certificates during the Covid-19 Pandemic' 'Panama Maritime Authority Merchant Marine Notice, MMN-03/2020 Reg Extension of Seafarers Employment Agreement and Certificates due to outbreak of COVID-19'. Recent P&I Club Guidance Updated Industry Guidelines on the Carriage of Seed Cake in Containers IG P&I The American Club SKULD Britannia P&I Japan P&I Club North The Standard Club The Swedish Club UK P&I Club The American Club � has released two new documents: a circular entitled 'Board News' a member alert entitled 'Tokyo Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Guidance for Containers and Bulk Cargoes'. The Standard Club � has published six new documents: five news alerts: 'IMO celebrates 10th anniversary of the annual Day of the Seafarer on 25 June' 'ISWAN - Seafarers' Health Information Programme (SHIP)' 'International Safety Guide for Tankers and Terminals (ISGOTT 6) launched' 'Singapore pushes to accelerate Maritime digitalisation and updates crew change requirements' 'Australia introduces increased fines for pollution related incidents' a press article entitled 'Fire in the hold '. West � has released a notice entitled 'West announce strategic partnership with C Solutions to launch Qwest Maritime'. UK P&I Club � has published a new article entitled 'Working Remotely, the NewNorm?'. Other Regulations and Guidance in the News IMO � has issued a press release entitled 'UN Day of the Seafarer highlights sacrifice of key workers at sea during pandemic'. OCIMF � has released three new documents: a news article entitled 'OCIMF � EBIS Transition Announcement � MoU signed' two information papers: 'Dynamic Positioning (DP) Failure Mode Effects Analysis Assurance Framework Risk-based Guidance' 'Guidelines for the Control of Drug and Alcohol Onboard Ship'. GARD � has published an article entitled 'Support key worker status for our seafarers'. MCA � has announced an open consultation on new draft MGNs containing guidance on the provision of emergency information and instructions to passengers. Recent Accident Reports UK � The MAIB has released an accident investigation report into the fall of a suspended load which resulted in injuries to two crewmen on board the general cargo vessel 'ZEA Servant'. It was found that the suspended load fell because it became snagged and the tension broke the fibre sling being used to lift it. The crew members were injured because they were standing within the hazardous fall zone at the time. It was found that no formal risk assessment or lifting plan had been carried out for this lifting operation. New Zealand � The TAIC has released an accident investigation report into the death of a crew member during a cargo-securing operation on the bulk carrier 'Coresky OL'. The crew member was struck by a part of the securing equipment when a foot wire parted. He had been standing close to the wire in order to monitor its tension. It was found that the 'operator�s safety management system did not include a safety assessment of cargo-securing operations', and so the crew had no guidance on how to work safely during this kind of operation. Denmark � The Dutch Safety Board has released an investigation report into the loss of containers overboard from the vessel 'MSC Zoe' while sailing north of the Wadden Islands. It was found that in this particular area, northwesterly storm conditions can cause extremely large waves, which can in turn cause violent ship movements in large, wide container ships. This report explores the wider issues for vessels in this area, and the consequences of container loss. Japan � The JTSB has released an accident investigation report into the death of a worker on board the cargo ship 'Ishizuchi' while unloading cargo at Niihama Port. The worker was struck by a bulldozer while in the vessel's hold unloading coal. It was found probable that the bulldozer operator thought that nobody was behind him and reversed without looking, striking the worker who was, in fact, behind the bulldozer. Recent IMO Circulars SLS.12/Circ.155 � 18/06/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA, 1974. View Circular. PMP.1/Circ.221 � 11/06/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE PREVENTION OF POLLUTION FROM SHIPS, 1973, AS MODIFIED BY THE PROTOCOL OF 1978 RELATING THERETO. View Circular. PPR.1/Circ.8 � 05/06/20 � HAZARD EVALUATION OF SUBSTANCES TRANSPORTED BY SHIPS. View Circular. PMP.5/Circ.87 � 05/06/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE PREVENTION OF POLLUTION FROM SHIPS, 1973, AS MODIFIED BY THE PROTOCOL OF 1978 RELATING THERETO OPTIONAL ANNEX V. View Circular. PMP.1/Circ.220 � 05/06/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE PREVENTION OF POLLUTION FROM SHIPS, 1973, AS MODIFIED BY THE PROTOCOL OF 1978 RELATING THERETO OPTIONAL ANNEX IV. View Circular. SUA.4/Circ.43 � 05/06/20 � PROTOCOL OF 2005 TO THE PROTOCOL FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF FIXED PLATFORMS LOCATED ON THE CONTINENTAL SHELF. View Circular. SUA.3/Circ.51 � 29/05/20 � PROTOCOL OF 2005 TO THE CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. BWM.1/Circ.64 � 28/05/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT OF SHIPS' BALLAST WATER AND SEDIMENTS, 2004. View Circular. NWRC.1/Circ.47 � 19/05/20 � NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE REMOVAL OF WRECKS, 2007. View Circular. BUNKERS.1/Circ.89 � 19/05/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON CIVIL LIABILITY FOR BUNKER OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 2001. View Circular. For all recent IMO public circulars, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. Regulations Recently Entered into Force IMO and ILO regulations that have entered into force or been amended recently include: Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code � A new Chapter 17 and amendments to Chapter 8 � effective from 01/01/20 Effective date of implementation of the fuel oil standard in regulation 14.1.3 of MARPOL ANNEX VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13� effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2 Regulation 1 and 10 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code of Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability 2008 (IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODUCode) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, SOLAS III and Certificates (Appendix) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGF Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the LSA Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, IV and Appendix, and the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (2010 FTP Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IBC Code) and amendments to the BCH Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code, amendments to the GC Code and amendments to the EGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to Part A of the International Code on Intact Stability (2008 IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (2008 SPS Code) (MSC.445(99) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code) (MSC.453(100) and MSC,464(101)) � effective from 01/01/20 For a full and detailed list of recent IMO regulations, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. A Guide to What's Happening at the IMO NOTE: All upcoming events are subject to change / review due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Please check the IMO website for updates. 29 June � 3 July: Council � 124th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 6-10 July: Informal preliminary discussion session (virtual meeting) on short-term measures for reduction of GHG emissions from ships. 20-24 July: Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III 7) � 7th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 14-18 September: Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 7) � 7th Session 21-22 September: IMSO Advisory Committee � 46th Session 28 September � 2 October: Consultative Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Convention 1972) and Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Protocol 1996) (LC 42/LP 15) 19-23 October: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76) � 76th Session 2-5 November: IOPC Funds 9-13 November: IMSO Assembly � 26th Session 16-20 November: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 103rd Session 7-11 December: Council � 125th Session For full details, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. 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Shipping Regulations and Guidance - Week 25 Friday 19th June 2020
Friday 19th June 2020
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Shipping Regulations and Guidance Week 25, 2020 � Friday 19th June Click Here to view this email as a PDF. Forward this email to a friend Flag State Regulations and Guidance Updates UK � has published three amended marine guidance notes: 'Safety Management Code for Domestic Passenger Ships' 'Maritime Safety and the Barring of INMARSAT Ship Earth Station Procedures' 'Radio � Radio Regulations Amendments and GMDSS Radio Equipment Updates'. Norway � has released a new circular entitled 'Carriage of hazardous and noxious liquid substance in bulk on existing offshore support vessels after 31 December 2020'. Australia � has updated two marine orders: 'Safe Management of Vessels' 'Offshore Industry Units'. Marshall Islands � has updated three marine notices: 'Passenger Ships - Underwater Examination/Survey in Lieu of Drydocking' 'Carriage of Solid Bulk Cargoes' 'International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters (Polar Code)'. Panama � has released four new or updated documents: an updated marine notice entitled 'Coronavirus and Seafarers employment agreement and certificates' an updated circular entitled 'Authorized service providers for maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats and rescue boats, launching appliances and release gear' two new circulars: 'Measurements to Reduce PSC Detentions on Panamanian Vessels' 'U.S. Pre-Ports Arrival Checklist for Panama Flagged Vessels'. Singapore � has published four new documents: two shipping circulars: 'Measures to Support Seafarers on Board Singapore-Registered Ships in Light of Restrictions Caused by Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)' 'Enhancements to the Maritime Sector Incentive - Shipping Enterprise (Singapore Registry of Ships) (MSI-SRS)' two port marine circulars: 'Pleasure Craft Movements in the Port of Singapore During Phase Two of Post-Circuit Breaker' 'Updated Requirements for Crew Change for Cargo Ships in the Port of Singapore, to Minimise Risk of Community Spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Singapore (Supplementary to PMC No.26 of 2020)'. Hong Kong � has released two new merchant shipping information notes: 'A fatal accident involving lifting of a heavy object in engine room' 'Collision between a fishing vessel and an oil tanker in Dangan Channel'. Cyprus � has issued a new circular entitled 'Revised procedure for facilitating crew changes within the framework of the gradual relaxation of the Restrictive Measures applicable during the COVID-19 Pandemic'. Recent Class Society Guidance American Bureau of Shipping � has released a new guidance document entitled 'Guidance Notes on Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis of Marine and Offshore Structures'. Bureau Veritas � has issued a new guidance document entitled 'Guidelines for Management of COVID-19 and Infectious Diseases', and three Class news alerts: 'New Edition Inland Rule NR 544' 'Malta - The Use of VHF Radio Communication and AIS for Collision Avoidance' 'Belize - Intentional Deactivating of the LRIT or AIS'. Indian Register of Shipping � has issued two new technical circulars: 'Belize MMN-20-003r1 Reg. Guidance on temporary measures related to Implementation and Enforcement of IMO Instruments due to COVID-19 pandemic' 'DGS, Order No. 15 of 2020 Reg Extension of the validity of Recruitment & Placement of Seafarers License (RPSL) and Inspection of RPSL in view of COVID-19 outbreak'. Lloyd's Register � has released a news alert entitled 'Withdrawal of Inmarsat Fleet 77 Services on 1 December 2020'. The IMarEST Annual Conference 2020 will this year be held as a flexible two-week virtual event. Building on last year�s inaugural event, the 2020 Annual Conference will feature multiple streams covering many of the hottest topics in the marine realm, from the challenges of decarbonisation and a wider shift to greener, more sustainable ways of operating to developments in the naval sector and the outlook for autonomous systems. Over the course of two weeks, this event will utilise a mixture of live formats � webinars, live debates, 1-2-1 talks with experts, and panel discussions - to provide delegates a flexible and unrivalled opportunity to participate in debates, to learn about subjects outside their day-to-day work, and to make new professional connections. Recent P&I Club Guidance The American Club � has published two member alerts: 'Bills of Lading and Letters of Indemnity - COVID-19 Precautions' 'INTERTANKO'S New Publication: Crew Welfare Management and Mental Wellness'. GARD � has released a new alert entitled 'South Korea implements emission reduction initiatives in major port areas'. SKULD � has published an article entitled 'Crude and water - part II'. Japan P&I Club � has released a circular entitled 'Report on the 603rd Meeting of the Board of Directors'. The London P&I Club � has issued a circular entitled '2019/20 Financial Year Result and Overview'. North � has published a news alert entitled 'USA: USCG Current List of Ports and Countries for which Conditions of Entry into the USA Exist'. The Shipowners' Club � has released an article entitled 'Limitation of liability: Who is an �Operator� and who is a �Manager� � Stema Barge II [2020] EHWC 1294'. The Standard Club � has published four new documents: two articles: 'Tankers to the rescue again: a solution to storage woes' 'Drug Smuggling Preventative Measures'. two news alerts: 'Industry bodies issue guidance ensuring safe continuation of maritime trade' 'Hong Kong Resumes Crew Changes'. West � has released three news alerts: 'P&I Cover and Cyber risk' 'California Air Resources Board Maintaining at Berth Regulations' 'BIMCO Cyber Clause'. UK P&I Club � has published a new article entitled 'South Korea - Major ports designated as ECAs and as Low Speed Areas'. Other Regulations and Guidance in the News MCA � The consultation on the recasting of the Merchant Shipping Life-Saving Appliances Regulations has concluded, and the responses have been released. OCIMF � has released a new information paper entitled 'The Carriage of Methanol in Bulk Onboard Offshore Vessels'. GARD � has published an article entitled 'Why do containership stacks collapse and who is liable?'. IAPH � has released a new white paper on Port Community Cyber Security. Recent Accident Reports UK � The MAIB has recently released an accident investigation report into the death of the third officer of the Ro-Ro freight ferry 'Seatruck Progress', who was struck by a freight vehicle that was being pushed down the vessel's stern ramp. It was found that the third officer was on the stern ramp at the same time as moving vehicles, and that he and the driver of the tractor pushing the trailer were unaware of each other. The driver could not see the third officer because his view was blocked by the trailer, and the third officer was on the phone and had his back to the approaching trailer. Recent IMO Circulars PMP.1/Circ.221 � 11/06/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE PREVENTION OF POLLUTION FROM SHIPS, 1973, AS MODIFIED BY THE PROTOCOL OF 1978 RELATING THERETO. View Circular. PPR.1/Circ.8 � 05/06/20 � HAZARD EVALUATION OF SUBSTANCES TRANSPORTED BY SHIPS. View Circular. PMP.5/Circ.87 � 05/06/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE PREVENTION OF POLLUTION FROM SHIPS, 1973, AS MODIFIED BY THE PROTOCOL OF 1978 RELATING THERETO OPTIONAL ANNEX V. View Circular. PMP.1/Circ.220 � 05/06/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE PREVENTION OF POLLUTION FROM SHIPS, 1973, AS MODIFIED BY THE PROTOCOL OF 1978 RELATING THERETO OPTIONAL ANNEX IV. View Circular. SUA.4/Circ.43 � 05/06/20 � PROTOCOL OF 2005 TO THE PROTOCOL FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF FIXED PLATFORMS LOCATED ON THE CONTINENTAL SHELF. View Circular. SUA.3/Circ.51 � 29/05/20 � PROTOCOL OF 2005 TO THE CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION.View Circular. BWM.1/Circ.64 � 28/05/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT OF SHIPS' BALLAST WATER AND SEDIMENTS, 2004. View Circular. NWRC.1/Circ.47 � 19/05/20 � NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE REMOVAL OF WRECKS, 2007. View Circular. BUNKERS.1/Circ.89 � 19/05/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON CIVIL LIABILITY FOR BUNKER OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 2001. View Circular. STCW.2/Circ.91 � 05/05/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING FOR SEAFARERS (STCW), 1978, AS AMENDED. View Circular. For all recent IMO public circulars, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. Regulations Recently Entered into Force IMO and ILO regulations that have entered into force or been amended recently include: Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code � A new Chapter 17 and amendments to Chapter 8 � effective from 01/01/20 Effective date of implementation of the fuel oil standard in regulation 14.1.3 of MARPOL ANNEX VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13� effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2 Regulation 1 and 10 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code of Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability 2008 (IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODUCode) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, SOLAS III and Certificates (Appendix) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGF Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the LSA Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, IV and Appendix, and the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (2010 FTP Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IBC Code) and amendments to the BCH Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code, amendments to the GC Code and amendments to the EGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to Part A of the International Code on Intact Stability (2008 IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (2008 SPS Code) (MSC.445(99) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code) (MSC.453(100) and MSC,464(101)) � effective from 01/01/20 For a full and detailed list of recent IMO regulations, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. A Guide to What's Happening at the IMO NOTE: All upcoming events are subject to change / review due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Please check the IMO website for updates. 15-19 June: Technical Cooperation Committee (TC) � 70th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 29 June � 3 July: Council � 124th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 6-10 July: Informal preliminary discussion session (virtual meeting) on short-term measures for reduction of GHG emissions from ships. 20-24 July: Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III 7) � 7th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 14-18 September: Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 7) � 7th Session 21-22 September: IMSO Advisory Committee � 46th Session 28 September � 2 October: Consultative Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Convention 1972) and Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Protocol 1996) (LC 42/LP 15) 19-23 October: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76) � 76th Session 2-5 November: IOPC Funds 9-13 November: IMSO Assembly � 26th Session 16-20 November: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 103rd Session 7-11 December: Council � 125th Session For full details, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. 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Shipping Regulations and Guidance - Week 24 Friday 12th June 2020
Friday 12th June 2020
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Shipping Regulations and Guidance Week 24, 2020 � Friday 12th June Click Here to view this email as a PDF. Forward this email to a friend Flag State Regulations and Guidance Updates UK � has published three new or amended documents: a merchant shipping notice entitled 'The Merchant Shipping (Life-Saving Appliances and Arrangements) Regulations 2020 / The Merchant Shipping (Life-Saving Appliances for Ships of Classes III to VI(A)) Regulations 1999' two marine information notes: 'Update on Online Oral Exams and the Future Issue of Notice of Eligibilities During the COVID-19 Lockdown Period' 'Coronavirus (COVID-19) - MCA approach to survey and certification of UK vessels'. Liberia � has issued a new marine advisory note entitled 'Guidance to Assist with Impact of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) on Crew Documentation'. Marshall Islands � has released a marine safety advisory entitled 'Bunker Oil Spills in Singapore'. Panama � has issued a new circular entitled 'Procedure for Port State Control (PSC), 2019'. Singapore � has published a new shipping circular entitled 'Precautions when Navigating through Fishing Vessel Areas in and Around Ningbo-Zhoushan Port, China'. Hong Kong � has released four new merchant shipping information notes: 'United Nations Sanctions (Central African Republic) Regulation 2020' 'United Nations Sanctions (Libya) Regulation 2019 (Amendment) Regulation 2020' 'United Nations Sanctions (Yemen) Regulation 2019 (Amendment) Regulation 2020' 'Voluntary reporting and counter piracy guidelines in the Western Indian Ocean, the Gulf of Guinea and South East Asia'. Recent Class Society Guidance American Bureau of Shipping � has released six new guidance documents: 'Guide for Ballast Water Exchange' 'Guide for the Environmental Protection Notations for Vessels' 'Guide for Ballast Water Treatment' 'Guide for Building and Classing Aquaculture Service Vessels' 'Guide for the Class Notation Bow or Stern Loading and Unloading (BLU or SLU) for Oil Carriers, Liquefied Gas Carriers or Chemical Carriers' 'Guide for Certification of Lifting Appliances'. Bureau Veritas � has issued a Class news alert entitled 'COVID-19 - Guidance for Flag States Regarding Surveys and Renewals of Certificates During the COVID-19 Pandemic'. Lloyd's Register � has released a news alert entitled 'Guidance for flag States regarding surveys and renewals of certificates during the COVID-19 pandemic'. Recent P&I Club Guidance The American Club � has published three new documents: a circular entitled 'Currents - The American Club's In-house Newsletter'. two member alerts: 'Video Log (vlog): Seafarer Mental Wellness - Five Things the Industry Can Do Now' 'Use of Tankers as Floating Storage - Legal Issues'. GARD � has released two new alerts: 'Signing on with a pre-joining medical condition? Carry and take prescribed medication on time' 'Impacts of marine fauna on shipping'. Britannia P&I � has released a news alert entitled 'USA: Sanctions for Venezuela and Iran'. North � has issued a news alert entitled 'Record Low Water Levels in Parana River Lead to Groundings, Draught Restrictions and Reduced Loadings'. The Standard Club � has published four new documents: two news alerts: 'Q&A following Standard Club Seafarer Wellbeing Webinar - A discussion with ISWAN' 'Reminder for increased vigilance when transiting the Gulf of Aden' The Swedish Club � has released a member alert entitled 'Focus: Collision'. Other Regulations and Guidance in the News USCG � has announced the release of the '2019 Domestic Annual Report'. EMSA � has released the June 2020 issue of their Newsletter. IMO � has announced the official inauguration of the GIA for Marine Biosafety, which 'brings together private sector companies from various industries affected by biofouling, including shipping, aquaculture, offshore oil and gas and ocean renewable energies'. OCIMF � has published two new documents: the May 2020 issue of their Newsletter an article entitled 'Joint CDI/OCIMF/INTERTANKO temporary guidelines and precautions for conducting a vessel inspection'. Recent Accident Reports UK � The MAIB has released an accident investigation report into the death of the third officer of the Ro-Ro freight ferry 'Seatruck Progress', who was struck by a freight vehicle that was being pushed down the vessel's stern ramp. It was found that the third officer was on the stern ramp at the same time as moving vehicles, and that he and the driver of the tractor pushing the trailer were unaware of each other. The driver could not see the third officer because his view was blocked by the trailer, and the third officer was on the phone and had his back to the approaching trailer. Recent IMO Circulars PPR.1/Circ.8 � 05/06/20 � HAZARD EVALUATION OF SUBSTANCES TRANSPORTED BY SHIPS. View Circular. PMP.5/Circ.87 � 05/06/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE PREVENTION OF POLLUTION FROM SHIPS, 1973, AS MODIFIED BY THE PROTOCOL OF 1978 RELATING THERETO OPTIONAL ANNEX V. View Circular. PMP.1/Circ.220 � 05/06/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE PREVENTION OF POLLUTION FROM SHIPS, 1973, AS MODIFIED BY THE PROTOCOL OF 1978 RELATING THERETO OPTIONAL ANNEX IV. View Circular. SUA.4/Circ.43 � 05/06/20 � PROTOCOL OF 2005 TO THE PROTOCOL FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF FIXED PLATFORMS LOCATED ON THE CONTINENTAL SHELF. View Circular. SUA.3/Circ.51 � 29/05/20 � PROTOCOL OF 2005 TO THE CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION.View Circular. BWM.1/Circ.64 � 28/05/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT OF SHIPS' BALLAST WATER AND SEDIMENTS, 2004. View Circular. NWRC.1/Circ.47 � 19/05/20 � NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE REMOVAL OF WRECKS, 2007. View Circular. BUNKERS.1/Circ.89 � 19/05/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON CIVIL LIABILITY FOR BUNKER OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 2001. View Circular. STCW.2/Circ.91 � 05/05/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING FOR SEAFARERS (STCW), 1978, AS AMENDED. View Circular. MSC.4/Circ.264 � 01/05/20 � REPORTS ON ACTS OF PIRACY AND ARMED ROBBERY AGAINST SHIPS. View Circular. For all recent IMO public circulars, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. Regulations Recently Entered into Force IMO and ILO regulations that have entered into force or been amended recently include: Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code � A new Chapter 17 and amendments to Chapter 8 � effective from 01/01/20 Effective date of implementation of the fuel oil standard in regulation 14.1.3 of MARPOL ANNEX VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13� effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2 Regulation 1 and 10 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code of Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability 2008 (IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODUCode) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, SOLAS III and Certificates (Appendix) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGF Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the LSA Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, IV and Appendix, and the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (2010 FTP Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IBC Code) and amendments to the BCH Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code, amendments to the GC Code and amendments to the EGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to Part A of the International Code on Intact Stability (2008 IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (2008 SPS Code) (MSC.445(99) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code) (MSC.453(100) and MSC,464(101)) � effective from 01/01/20 For a full and detailed list of recent IMO regulations, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. A Guide to What's Happening at the IMO NOTE: All upcoming events are subject to change / review due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Please check the IMO website for updates. 15-19 June: Technical Cooperation Committee (TC) � 70th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 29 June � 3 July: Council � 124th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 6-10 July: Informal preliminary discussion session (virtual meeting) on short-term measures for reduction of GHG emissions from ships. 20-24 July: Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III 7) � 7th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 14-18 September: Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 7) � 7th Session 21-22 September: IMSO Advisory Committee � 46th Session 28 September � 2 October: Consultative Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Convention 1972) and Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Protocol 1996) (LC 42/LP 15) 19-23 October: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76) � 76th Session 2-5 November: IOPC Funds 9-13 November: IMSO Assembly � 26th Session 16-20 November: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 103rd Session 7-11 December: Council � 125th Session For full details, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. 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Shipping Regulations and Guidance - Week 23 Friday 5th June 2020
Friday 5th June 2020
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Shipping Regulations and Guidance Week 23, 2020 � Friday 5th June Click Here to view this email as a PDF. Forward this email to a friend Flag State Regulations and Guidance Updates Australia � has updated a marine order entitled 'Certificates of Operation and Operation Requirements - National Law'. USA � has released a new marine safety information bulletin entitled 'GAO Report � Vessel Safety: The Coast Guard Conducts Recurrent Inspections and Has Issued Guidance to Address Emergency Preparedness'. Marshall Islands � has updated a marine notice entitled 'Inventory of Hazardous Materials Experts'. Panama � has updated two circulars: 'Guidance for the Implementation and Certification of the ISPS Code' 'Implementation of the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code'. Isle of Man � has issued a new shipping notice entitled 'MARPOL Annex II'. Hong Kong � has published a new merchant shipping information note entitled 'A fatal man-overboard accident caused by climbing up an accommodation ladder from the quayside'. Recent Class Society Guidance American Bureau of Shipping � has released a new guidance document entitled 'Guide for Building and Classing Aquaculture Installations'. Bureau Veritas � has issued a guidance document entitled 'Requirements for Survey of Materials and Equipment for the Classification of Inland Waters-operated Vessels/Units'. DNV GL � has published a news alert entitled 'Cyber security to be covered in SMS from 1 January 2021 � are you prepared?'. Indian Register of Shipping � has released two technical circulars: 'Republic of Panama - Authorized Companies to perform Flag State Inspections / surveys onboard Panama Flagged Vessels' 'Sri Lanka MSN 04/2020 Reg. Guidance on extraordinary measures relating to ship�s statutory certificates, seafarer�s certification and contract of employment resulting due to COVID-19 pandemic'. Lloyd's Register � has issued a Class news alert entitled 'New Lloyd�s Register requirements for Non-Destructive Testing Suppliers'. Recent P&I Club Guidance The American Club � has published three new documents: a circular entitled 'Economic Sanctions - Compliance Guidance' two member alerts: 'US Sanctions Four Shipping Firms and Their Vessels for Transporting Venezuelan Oil' 'Updated International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) Guidance on COVID-19'. SKULD � has issued an article entitled 'Failure to comply with US COVID-19 regulations'. Britannia P&I � has released six news alerts: 'COVID-19 Singapore Crew Change Guidebook' 'COVID-19 Crew Watch � Special Edition' 'Malaysia: Warning of a Potential Kidnapping Off Sabah' 'South Korea: ECA and Vessel Speed Reduction (VSR) Programme' 'Brazil: Sulphur 2020 Update' 'CHIRP MFB � Tagalog'. Japan P&I � has issued the latest version of their regular 'Recent Navigation Warnings of China Waters'. The Shipowners' Club � has released an article entitled 'Reactivation of vessels after a period of lay up'. The Standard Club � has published 10 new documents:.a circular entitled 'Notice to members' five articles: 'COVID-19 and Seafarers' 'Importance of navigational risk reviews' 'Adequate information vital for seafarers� wellbeing amid crisis' 'Charles Taylor and the Standard Club announce self-management for the club and substantial ongoing partnership' 'Practical considerations for ship recycling' four news alerts: 'Standard Club are now members of the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network' 'COVID-19 � IMO-ICAO-ILO issue joint statement' 'ICS issues new Guidance for Ship Operators for the Protection of the Health of Seafarers' 'Singapore Crew Change Guidebook'. Steamship Mutual � has issued a new circular entitled 'Financial Update and 2020/21 Renewal'. West � has released five news alerts: 'Key Facts 2020' 'Panama announces sanctions for deliberate AIS/LRIT deactivation' 'Venezuela sanctions - U.S. designates tankers for carriage of Venezuelan oil' 'Engine Room Fire Onboard a Laid-up Bulk Carrier' 'Piracy on the Rise'. Other Regulations and Guidance in the News BIMCO � has issued the June 2020 edition of their newsletter 'Bulletin'. OCIMF � has released a news alert entitled 'Industry/Nigeria collaborate to improve maritime security'. GARD � has published two articles: 'An introduction to testing for COVID-19' 'Navigating new and emerging risk � an interview with Gard�s Chief Risk Officer'. Recent Accident Reports Canada � The TSB has released an accident investigation report into the collision of the container vessel 'Oakland Express' with a shore crane while berthing at the Fraser Surry Docks in British Columbia. It was found that the plan for the vessel's berthing position was amended by the head linesman without communicating this change to the superintendents, and this change in berthing position resulted in the vessel's Suez Canal light mast coming into contact with the crane. Australia � The ATSB has released an accident investigation report into the death of the electro-technical officer while testing the personnel elevator of the container ship 'OOCL Kuala Lampur'. The investigation was unable to determine why the ETO was on top of the elevator cage while the elevator was moving. However it did find that crew members had not been informed that elevator work was in progress, and there were no warning signs indicating that the elevator was out of service. Recent IMO Circulars SUA.3/Circ.51 � 29/05/20 � PROTOCOL OF 2005 TO THE CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION.View Circular. BWM.1/Circ.64 � 28/05/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT OF SHIPS' BALLAST WATER AND SEDIMENTS, 2004. View Circular. NWRC.1/Circ.47 � 19/05/20 � NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE REMOVAL OF WRECKS, 2007. View Circular. BUNKERS.1/Circ.89 � 19/05/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON CIVIL LIABILITY FOR BUNKER OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 2001. View Circular. STCW.2/Circ.91 � 05/05/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING FOR SEAFARERS (STCW), 1978, AS AMENDED. View Circular. MSC.4/Circ.264 � 01/05/20 � REPORTS ON ACTS OF PIRACY AND ARMED ROBBERY AGAINST SHIPS. View Circular. SN.1/Circ.338 � 30/04/20 � INFORMATION CONCERNING THE AVAILABILITY OF VOLUNTARY PILOTAGE SERVICES IN THE STRAITS OF MALACCA AND SINGAPORE. View Circular. IFC.4/Circ.74 � 22/04/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1992 TO AMEND THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR COMPENSATION FOR OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 1971. View Circular. LLMC.3/Circ.58 � 22/04/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1996 TO AMEND THE CONVENTION ON LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR MARITIME CLAIMS, 1976. View Circular. NWRC.1/Circ.46 � 21/04/20 � NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE REMOVAL OF WRECKS, 2007. View Circular. For all recent IMO public circulars, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. Regulations Recently Entered into Force IMO and ILO regulations that have entered into force or been amended recently include: Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code � A new Chapter 17 and amendments to Chapter 8 � effective from 01/01/20 Effective date of implementation of the fuel oil standard in regulation 14.1.3 of MARPOL ANNEX VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13� effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2 Regulation 1 and 10 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code of Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability 2008 (IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODUCode) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, SOLAS III and Certificates (Appendix) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGF Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the LSA Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, IV and Appendix, and the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (2010 FTP Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IBC Code) and amendments to the BCH Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code, amendments to the GC Code and amendments to the EGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to Part A of the International Code on Intact Stability (2008 IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (2008 SPS Code) (MSC.445(99) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code) (MSC.453(100) and MSC,464(101)) � effective from 01/01/20 For a full and detailed list of recent IMO regulations, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. A Guide to What's Happening at the IMO NOTE: All upcoming events are subject to change / review due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Please check the IMO website for updates. 1-5 June: Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW) � 7th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 15-19 June: Technical Cooperation Committee (TC) � 70th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 29 June � 3 July: Council � 124th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 20-24 July: Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III 7) � 7th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 14-18 September: Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 7) � 7th Session 21-22 September: IMSO Advisory Committee � 46th Session 28 September � 2 October: Consultative Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Convention 1972) and Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Protocol 1996) (LC 42/LP 15) 19-23 October: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76) � 76th Session 2-5 November: IOPC Funds 9-13 November: IMSO Assembly � 26th Session 16-20 November: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 103rd Session 7-11 December: Council � 125th Session For full details, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. 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Shipping Regulations and Guidance - Week 22 Friday 29th May 2020
Friday 29th May 2020
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Shipping Regulations and Guidance Week 22, 2020 � Friday 29th May Click Here to view this email as a PDF. Forward this email to a friend Flag State Regulations and Guidance Updates Marshall Islands � has updated a marine notice entitled 'Electronic Record Books and Logbook Systems'. Panama � has released a new marine notice entitled 'Sanction to all those vessels of Panamanian Registry that deliberately deactivate the Long Range Identification and Tracking Equipment (LRIT) or the Automatic Identification System (AIS)'. Singapore � has published a new port marine circular entitled 'Enhancement to Crew Change for Cargo Ships Under Special Circumstances in the Port of Singapore, to Minimise Risk of Community Spread of the Coronovirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Singapore'. Recent Class Society Guidance American Bureau of Shipping � has released a new guidance document entitled 'Guide for the Fatigue Assessment of Offshore Structures'. Bureau Veritas � has issued three Class news alerts: 'Open Letter of the Chairperson and the Executive Secretary of CESNI 20 May 2020' 'Validity of the ADN Certificates During the COVID-19 Crisis' 'Amendments to the IBC Code and MARPOL Annex II � Entry into Force on 1 January 2021'. Indian Register of Shipping � has published three new technical circulars: 'Use of Approved Electronic Record Books' 'St. Vincent and the Grenadines � Advice from the Maritime Administration on COVID-19 Pandemic' 'DGS, Order No. 13 of 2020 Reg Extension to the validity of Seafarers Certificates, Periodical Surveys and Audits in view of COVID-19 outbreak'. Recent P&I Club Guidance US Global Maritime Advisory IG P&I The American Club GARD SKULD Britannia P&I Japan P&I Club The London P&I Club North The Shipowners' Club The Standard Club Steamship Mutual The Swedish Club West UK P&I. The American Club � has published an alert entitled 'Safe Boarding - Three Keys Video Log'. GARD � has issued two new documents: a circular entitled 'Notice of Annual General Meeting' an alert entitled 'Don�t forget the real purpose of risk assessments'. North � has released a circular entitled 'North's Annual Review and Release Calls'. The Shipowners' Club � has released two news alerts: 'Closure of the 2017 policy year without additional call' 'AGM Minutes May 2020'. The Standard Club � has published seven new documents: three press articles: 'Remote pilotage should be a last resort even in a health crisis' 'Club correspondents on the front line as P&I sector steers way through pandemic' 'Communication is vital for seafarers� wellbeing during COVID-19' two news alerts: 'ReCAAP ISC warning - ASG planned kidnapping in waters off Sabah, Malaysia' 'COVID-19 � Singapore MPA relaxes crew change procedures for cargo ships' two circulars: '26 May 2020, Strike and Delay Class circular - Review of Open Policy Years' '26 May 2020, Standard Club circular - Financial position and open policy years'. The Swedish Club � has released three member alerts: 'MSS Case June: Grounding when not using bridge equipment efficiently' 'Use of tankers as floating storage � arising legal issues' 'Focus: Pilotage'. West � has issued a new notice entitled 'Annual General Meeting', and three news alerts: 'South Korea's Go Slow and ECA Regulations' 'COVID-19: IMO Framework for Safe Crew Changes' 'Deadline for placing IMO DCS Statement of Compliance on board vessels is fast approaching'. UK P&I � has published three news articles: 'The Poseidon Principles � What are they? How do they work? Will they work?' 'COVID-19: Guarding yourself against fraud' 'Risk Focus: Inventory of Hazardous Materials'. Other Regulations and Guidance in the News ICS � has issued updated health guidance for the shipping industry 'to ensure ship operators and crew can safely deal with seafarers struggling with medical conditions during the coronavirus pandemic'. IMO � has published a press briefing entitled 'UN agencies call for urgent action on crew changes and keyworker designation for sea and air workers'. USCG � has announced the release of their 'Office of Port and Facility Compliance 2019 Annual Report'. Tokyo MOU � has released a new safety bulletin entitled 'Safety risks of casualties caused by cargoes'. UK Chamber of Shipping � has announced that exceptions have been secured for seafarers and offshore workers from the 14-day quarantine rules for persons entering the UK which will be coming into effect on 8 June 2020. Recent Accident Reports Malta � The MSIU has released two new accident investigation reports: A report into the death of the chief engineer of the general cargo vessel 'Riga' following a fall from the cargo hold ladder. It was found that the cargo hold contained a high concentration of carbon dioxide and low oxygen, so it is likely that the chief engineer was overcome by this, causing him to fall from the ladder. A report into the inadvertent release of the FFLB of the general cargo vessel 'Leopold Staff' during maintenance and testing. It was found that the lifeboat's hoisting slings had failed, and this failure was attributed to 'potential, inadequate pressure applied during swaging; and/or the presence of sheathing inside the ferrule'. Isle of Man � has released an accident investigation report into the grounding of the yacht 'Ice Angel' in the polar waters South-East of Nanortalik, Greenland. It was found that the rock on which the vessel grounded was not charted - however the chart did warn of 'inadequate seafloor coverage', and the yacht was proceeding at cruising speed without taking any precautions in this regard. Recent IMO Circulars BWM.1/Circ.64 � 28/05/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT OF SHIPS' BALLAST WATER AND SEDIMENTS, 2004. View Circular. NWRC.1/Circ.47 � 19/05/20 � NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE REMOVAL OF WRECKS, 2007. View Circular. BUNKERS.1/Circ.89 � 19/05/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON CIVIL LIABILITY FOR BUNKER OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 2001. View Circular. STCW.2/Circ.91 � 05/05/20 �INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING FOR SEAFARERS (STCW), 1978, AS AMENDED. View Circular. MSC.4/Circ.264 � 01/05/20 � REPORTS ON ACTS OF PIRACY AND ARMED ROBBERY AGAINST SHIPS. View Circular. SN.1/Circ.338 � 30/04/20 � INFORMATION CONCERNING THE AVAILABILITY OF VOLUNTARY PILOTAGE SERVICES IN THE STRAITS OF MALACCA AND SINGAPORE. View Circular. IFC.4/Circ.74 � 22/04/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1992 TO AMEND THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR COMPENSATION FOR OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 1971. View Circular. LLMC.3/Circ.58 � 22/04/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1996 TO AMEND THE CONVENTION ON LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR MARITIME CLAIMS, 1976. View Circular. NWRC.1/Circ.46 � 21/04/20 � NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE REMOVAL OF WRECKS, 2007. View Circular. BUNKERS.1/Circ.88 � 21/04/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON CIVIL LIABILITY FOR BUNKER OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 2001. View Circular. For all recent IMO public circulars, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. Regulations Recently Entered into Force IMO and ILO regulations that have entered into force or been amended recently include: Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code � A new Chapter 17 and amendments to Chapter 8 � effective from 01/01/20 Effective date of implementation of the fuel oil standard in regulation 14.1.3 of MARPOL ANNEX VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13� effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2 Regulation 1 and 10 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code of Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability 2008 (IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODUCode) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, SOLAS III and Certificates (Appendix) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGF Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the LSA Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, IV and Appendix, and the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (2010 FTP Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IBC Code) and amendments to the BCH Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code, amendments to the GC Code and amendments to the EGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to Part A of the International Code on Intact Stability (2008 IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (2008 SPS Code) (MSC.445(99) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code) (MSC.453(100) and MSC,464(101)) � effective from 01/01/20 For a full and detailed list of recent IMO regulations, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. A Guide to What's Happening at the IMO NOTE: All upcoming events are subject to change / review due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Please check the IMO website for updates. 1-5 June: Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW) � 7th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 15-19 June: Technical Cooperation Committee (TC) � 70th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 29 June � 3 July: Council � 124th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 20-24 July: Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III 7) � 7th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 14-18 September: Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 7) � 7th Session 21-22 September: IMSO Advisory Committee � 46th Session 28 September � 2 October: Consultative Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Convention 1972) and Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Protocol 1996) (LC 42/LP 15) 19-23 October: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76) � 76th Session 2-5 November: IOPC Funds 9-13 November: IMSO Assembly � 26th Session 16-20 November: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 103rd Session 7-11 December: Council � 125th Session For full details, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. 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Shipping Regulations and Guidance - Week 21 Friday 22nd May 2020
Friday 22nd May 2020
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Shipping Regulations and Guidance Week 21, 2020 � Friday 22nd May Click Here to view this email as a PDF. Forward this email to a friend Flag State Regulations and Guidance Updates UK � has released two amended documents: a marine guidance note entitled 'Voluntary Code of Practice for Employment of Non European Economic Area (EEA) Fishing Crew' a marine information note entitled 'COVID 19 - Guidance on minimising risk to ships' crews and other maritime sector workers'. Liberia � has published two new marine advisories: 'Sanctions Advisory for the Maritime Industry, Energy and Metals Sectors, and Related Communities / Guidance to Address Illicit Shipping and Sanctions Evasions Practices' 'Pre-Arrival Checklist - New Online Pre-Arrival Check list submission process'. Marshall Islands � has released a new marine safety advisory entitled 'United States Issued Guidance to Address Illicit Shipping and Sanctions Evasion Practices'. Panama � has updated three circulars: 'Fishing Vessels and Other Ships Engaged in Activities and Support of Capturing Fishing Resources Operations' 'List of Approved P&I Clubs / Insurers � MLC' 'Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006), Employment Agreements'. Hong Kong � has published a new merchant shipping information note entitled 'United Nations Sanctions (Somalia) Regulation 2019 (Amendment) Regulation 2020'. Cyprus � has released a new circular entitled 'Procedure for facilitating crew changes within the framework of the gradual relaxation of the Restrictive Measures applicable during the COVID-19 Pandemic'. Recent Class Society Guidance American Bureau of Shipping � has released two new guidance documents: 'Guide for Wind Assisted Propulsion System Installation' 'Rules for Building and Classing Floating Production Installations'. Bureau Veritas � has issued a new guidance document entitled 'Anchor Windlass'. DNV GL � has released two news alerts: 'IMO DCS � deadline 31 May 2020 - first Statement of Compliance shall be onboard' 'New IMO-Vega online and offline versions'. Indian Register of Shipping � has published seven new technical circulars: 'Marshall Islands � Marine Safety Advisory No. 21-20 on Extension of the validity period of Seafarer�s Certificates/ SEA due to COVID-19' 'DGS, GOI M.S. Notice No.08 of 2020 Reg. Monitoring of Indian flagged Vessels' 'Panama Merchant Marine Notice No. MMN-07-2020 Reg Request for Postponement/ Extension of Statutory Certification and Services due to outbreak of COVID-19' 'Panama Maritime Authority Merchant Marine Notice, MMN-03/2020 Reg Extension of Seafarers Employment Agreement and Certificates due to outbreak of COVID-19' 'Addendum No. 1 to DGS, Order No. 12 of 2020 Reg Standard Operating Procedures / Protocols (SOP) for controlled crew change in view of COVID-19 outbreak' 'IMO Circular Letter No. 4204/Add.16 on COVID-19 related guidelines for ensuring a safe shipboard interface between ship and shore-based personnel' 'IMO Circular Letter No. 4204/Add.15 on COVID-19 �Personal Protective Equipment'. Korean Register of Shipping � has released a new technical document entitled 'COVID-19: USCG Ballast Water Management (BWM) Extensions'. Lloyd's Register � has issued a Class news alert entitled 'South Korea - Designation of SOx Emission Control Areas (SECA) and Speed Reduction Program'. Recent P&I Club Guidance Vessel monitoring and P&I insurance .IG P&I The American Club GARD SKULD Britannia P&I Japan P&I The London P&I Club North The Shipowners' Club The Standard Club Steamship Mutual The Swedish Club West UK P&I. The American Club � has published three new documents: a circular entitled 'Weathering the Storm: Saluting the Seafarer in Turbulent Times' two alerts: 'COVID-19 - Working Arrangements for the Managers' Global Offices' 'USCG Marine Incident Bulletin - Automatic Identification Systems (AIS)'. GARD � has issued a new alert entitled 'A permit to work contributes to safety but you make a job safe'. SKULD � has released an article entitled 'Fumigants entering crew�s spaces � a word of caution'. Britannia P&I � has published five news alerts: '2020 Financial Statements � Britannia Declares Another Strong Set of Results' 'Britannia P&I Training Week � Cancelled' 'IMO Circulars � Framework of Protocols for Facilitating Crew Changes and Use of PPE' 'Sea Robbery and Sea Theft Incidents in the Singapore Strait and Approaches in 2020' 'Panama Canal Water Conservation Strategies'. The Shipowners' Club � has released two new documents: a circular entitled 'Solvency & Financial Condition Report (SFCR) 2019' a news alert entitled 'BARGEHIRE 2008 and force majeure'. The Standard Club � has published six new documents: an article entitled 'Eleventh Circuit decision confirms use of open and obvious defense' five news alerts: 'ICS Publishes COVID-19 Guidance for Safe Ship-Shore Interface' 'Importance of accurate AIS broadcasts' 'Vessel policies under scrutiny in US Jones Act litigation for crewmember death caused by COVID-19' 'Thailand Marine Department � confirmation of entry for vessels entering Thai waters' 'ITF and Maritime Employers Welcome IMO Crew Changes Protocol'. Steamship Mutual � has released a new circular entitled 'Coronavirus (COVID-19) � Film - �Mental Resilience On Board�'. West � has issued two news alerts: 'ECSA presses for ratification of the Hong Kong Convention' 'Stable Claims and Strong Investments Further Strengthen West'. UK P&I � has published a new document entitled 'Risk Awareness: Third Party Property Claims'. Other Regulations and Guidance in the News MCA � has released an updated version of their 'Ballast Water Management FAQ'. IMO � has published a news article entitled 'Major IMO-industry alliance broadens scope of action to cut ship emissions'. USCG � has announced the release of an updated version of their 'Foreign Gas Carrier Examiner (FGCE) Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTP)'. UK Chamber of Shipping � has released their 'Strategic Plan 2020-2025'. Recent Accident Reports UK � The MAIB has released an accident investigation report into the death of the Master of the dredging vessel 'Cherry Sand' after he fell from the vessel while trying to step ashore. It was found that he had attempted to make the step while the vessel was still approaching the quay, before it was tight alongside. Malta � The MSIU has released an accident investigation report into the collision of the bulk carrier 'Persenk' with the general cargo vessel 'Ahmet Can'. It was found that visual sightings were not effectively monitored by either vessel, and that on the 'Persenk' the S-band radar was switched off and the ECDIS, AIS, and other navigational aids were not effectively used. Recent IMO Circulars NWRC.1/Circ.47 � 19/05/20 � NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE REMOVAL OF WRECKS, 2007. View Circular. BUNKERS.1/Circ.89 � 19/05/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON CIVIL LIABILITY FOR BUNKER OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 2001. View Circular. STCW.2/Circ.91 � 05/05/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING FOR SEAFARERS (STCW), 1978, AS AMENDED. View Circular. MSC.4/Circ.264 � 01/05/20 � REPORTS ON ACTS OF PIRACY AND ARMED ROBBERY AGAINST SHIPS. View Circular. SN.1/Circ.338 � 30/04/20 � INFORMATION CONCERNING THE AVAILABILITY OF VOLUNTARY PILOTAGE SERVICES IN THE STRAITS OF MALACCA AND SINGAPORE. View Circular. IFC.4/Circ.74 � 22/04/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1992 TO AMEND THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR COMPENSATION FOR OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 1971. View Circular. LLMC.3/Circ.58 � 22/04/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1996 TO AMEND THE CONVENTION ON LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR MARITIME CLAIMS, 1976. View Circular. NWRC.1/Circ.46 � 21/04/20 � NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE REMOVAL OF WRECKS, 2007. View Circular. BUNKERS.1/Circ.88 � 21/04/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON CIVIL LIABILITY FOR BUNKER OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 2001. View Circular. SUA.2/Circ.86 � 20/04/20 � PROTOCOL FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF FIXED PLATFORMS LOCATED ON THE CONTINENTAL SHELF. View Circular. For all recent IMO public circulars, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. Regulations Recently Entered into Force IMO and ILO regulations that have entered into force or been amended recently include: Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code � A new Chapter 17 and amendments to Chapter 8 � effective from 01/01/20 Effective date of implementation of the fuel oil standard in regulation 14.1.3 of MARPOL ANNEX VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13� effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2 Regulation 1 and 10 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code of Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability 2008 (IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODUCode) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, SOLAS III and Certificates (Appendix) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGF Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the LSA Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, IV and Appendix, and the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (2010 FTP Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IBC Code) and amendments to the BCH Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code, amendments to the GC Code and amendments to the EGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to Part A of the International Code on Intact Stability (2008 IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (2008 SPS Code) (MSC.445(99) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code) (MSC.453(100) and MSC,464(101)) � effective from 01/01/20 For a full and detailed list of recent IMO regulations, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. A Guide to What's Happening at the IMO NOTE: All upcoming events are subject to change / review due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Please check the IMO website for updates. 13-22 May: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 102nd Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 1-5 June: Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW) � 7th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 15-19 June: Technical Cooperation Committee (TC) � 70th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 29 June � 3 July: Council � 124th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 20-24 July: Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III 7) � 7th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 14-18 September: Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 7) � 7th Session 21-22 September: IMSO Advisory Committee � 46th Session 28 September � 2 October: Consultative Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Convention 1972) and Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Protocol 1996) (LC 42/LP 15) 19-23 October: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76) � 76th Session 2-5 November: IOPC Funds 9-13 November: IMSO Assembly � 26th Session 16-20 November: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 103rd Session 7-11 December: Council � 125th Session For full details, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. 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Shipping Regulations and Guidance - Week 20 Friday 15th May 2020
Friday 15th May 2020
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Shipping Regulations and Guidance Week 20, 2020 � Friday 15th May Click Here to view this email as a PDF. Forward this email to a friend Flag State Regulations and Guidance Updates UK � has released four new or amended documents: a merchant guidance note: 'Maritime Labour Convention, 2006; Guidance on the procedure for applying for a Substantial Equivalence' three marine information notes: 'MCA New Build Fishing Vessel Procedures from 21 July 2020' 'COVID 19 - Guidance on minimising risk to ships' crews and other maritime sector workers' 'COVID 19 - Guidance on the reporting of occupational diseases'. USA � has published a new safety alert entitled 'Automatic Identification System (AIS) -Accurate Broadcasts Don't Happen Automatically'. Panama � has updated a circular entitled 'Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006), Employment Agreements'. Hong Kong � has issued a new merchant shipping information note entitled 'Fatal accident caused by cargo hold fumigation'. Recent Class Society Guidance Indian Register of Shipping � has released five technical circulars: 'IMO Circular on Guidelines for onboard sampling for the verification of the sulphur content of the Fuel Oil used onboard ships' 'IMO Circular on Guidance on indication of ongoing compliance in the case of the failure of a single monitoring instrument, and recommended actions to take if the Exhaust Gas Cleaning System (EGCS) fails to meet the provisions of the 2015 EGCS Guidelines (resolution MEPC. 259(68))' 'DGS, GOI � M.S. Notice No. 04 of 2020 (including Corrigendum to the MS Notice) Reg Implementation of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 � Inspection and Certification of the Maritime Labour Conditions of Indian Flag Ships' 'Freefall Lifeboat Sling Arrangements' 'Bahrain Marine Notice No. 01 of 2020 & No. 2 of 2020 Reg. Guidance on extraordinary measures relating to extension of ship�s statutory certificates, audits and inspections and seafarer�s certification resulting due to COVID-19 pandemic'. Recent P&I Club Guidance Mexico Alert - Smuggling of Illegal Narcotics - Risk of Ship Detention and Crew Arrest IG P&I The American Club SKULD Britannia P&I Japan P&I The London P&I Club North The Standard Club Steamship Mutual The Swedish Club West. The American Club � has published a new alert entitled 'Loss Prevention: Mandarin Translations on Piracy'. GARD � has issued two new documents: a circular entitled 'Status report as at 20 February 2020' an alert entitled 'New COVID-19 guidelines focus on safe interface between ship and shore staff'. SKULD � has released an article entitled 'Telemedicine - standard care after the pandemic has passed?'. Japan P&I � has published a circular entitled 'Report on P&I Condition Surveys 2019'. North � has released three news alerts: 'USA Issues Maritime Security Advisory for Southern Gulf of Mexico' 'COVID-19 and Crew Changes' 'IMO Guidance on Safe Crew Changes During the COVID-19 Pandemic'. The Standard Club � has published five new documents: three news alerts: 'New recommendations on building cyber resilient ships' 'COVID-19 � IMO steps up to the crew change challenges, comes out with a 12-step framework' 'COVID-19 � IMO issues guidelines for ensuring a safe shipboard interface between ship and shore-based personnel' two articles: 'Collisions, congestion, and closures' 'What �clean on board� means and what should a master be aware of when presented with a bill of lading?'. UK P&I � has published two new documents: 'Risk Awareness: Cargo Claims Tankers - Crude, Product, Chemical and Gas' 'Operating in conditions of heavy weather'. Other Regulations and Guidance in the News EMSA � has released the May 2020 issue of their Newsletter. IMO � has published new guidance on the use of PPE for the maritime industry. GARD � has issued an article entitled 'Necessity is the mother of invention � virtual proceedings in the time of pandemic'. Recent Accident Reports Malta � The MSIU has released an accident investigation report into an incident in which a crew member of the oil tanker 'Alyarmouk' fell from height and was injured. He had been working in the bosun's chair when the rope suspending the chair snapped and, although he was wearing a safety harness, he fell to the deck. It was found that the rope parted due to 'localised abrasive damage in the vicinity of the part which was passing through the pad eye of the crane's jib, while the task was being carried out'. Recent IMO Circulars STCW.2/Circ.91 � 05/05/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING FOR SEAFARERS (STCW), 1978, AS AMENDED. View Circular. MSC.4/Circ.264 � 01/05/20 � REPORTS ON ACTS OF PIRACY AND ARMED ROBBERY AGAINST SHIPS. View Circular. SN.1/Circ.338 � 30/04/20 � INFORMATION CONCERNING THE AVAILABILITY OF VOLUNTARY PILOTAGE SERVICES IN THE STRAITS OF MALACCA AND SINGAPORE. View Circular. IFC.4/Circ.74 � 22/04/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1992 TO AMEND THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR COMPENSATION FOR OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 1971. View Circular. LLMC.3/Circ.58 � 22/04/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1996 TO AMEND THE CONVENTION ON LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR MARITIME CLAIMS, 1976. View Circular. NWRC.1/Circ.46 � 21/04/20 � NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE REMOVAL OF WRECKS, 2007. View Circular. BUNKERS.1/Circ.88 � 21/04/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON CIVIL LIABILITY FOR BUNKER OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 2001. View Circular. SUA.2/Circ.86 � 20/04/20 � PROTOCOL FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF FIXED PLATFORMS LOCATED ON THE CONTINENTAL SHELF. View Circular. SUA.1/Circ.95 � 20/04/20 � CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. MSC.1/Circ.1259/Rev.8 � 20/04/20 � LONG-RANGE IDENTIFICATION AND TRACKING SYSTEM - TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION (PART I). View Circular. For all recent IMO public circulars, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. Regulations Recently Entered into Force IMO and ILO regulations that have entered into force or been amended recently include: Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code � A new Chapter 17 and amendments to Chapter 8 � effective from 01/01/20 Effective date of implementation of the fuel oil standard in regulation 14.1.3 of MARPOL ANNEX VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13� effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2 Regulation 1 and 10 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code of Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability 2008 (IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODUCode) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, SOLAS III and Certificates (Appendix) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGF Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the LSA Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, IV and Appendix, and the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (2010 FTP Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IBC Code) and amendments to the BCH Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code, amendments to the GC Code and amendments to the EGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to Part A of the International Code on Intact Stability (2008 IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (2008 SPS Code) (MSC.445(99) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code) (MSC.453(100) and MSC,464(101)) � effective from 01/01/20 For a full and detailed list of recent IMO regulations, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. A Guide to What's Happening at the IMO NOTE: All upcoming events are subject to change / review due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Please check the IMO website for updates. 13-22 May: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 102nd Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 1-5 June: Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW) � 7th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 15-19 June: Technical Cooperation Committee (TC) � 70th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 29 June � 3 July: Council � 124th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 20-24 July: Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III 7) � 7th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 14-18 September: Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 7) � 7th Session 21-22 September: IMSO Advisory Committee � 46th Session 28 September � 2 October: Consultative Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Convention 1972) and Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Protocol 1996) (LC 42/LP 15) 19-23 October: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76) � 76th Session 2-5 November: IOPC Funds 9-13 November: IMSO Assembly � 26th Session 16-20 November: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 103rd Session 7-11 December: Council � 125th Session For full details, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. 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Shipping Regulations and Guidance - Week 2 Friday 10th January 2020
Friday 10th January 2020
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Shipping Regulations and Guidance Week 2, 2020 � Friday 10th January Click Here to view this email as a PDF. Forward this email to a friend Flag State Regulations and Guidance Updates UK � has published a new marine guidance note on the 'Application of the Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Medical Stores) Regulations 1995 (SI 1995/1802) as amended' and updated MSN 1869 on the 'Safety Management Code For Domestic Passenger Ships'. Bahamas � has issued two information bulletins: 'Voluntary Early Implementation of Revised IMSBC Code'. 'Requirements for maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats and rescue boats, launching appliances and release gear (MSC.402(96))'. Singapore � has released a new shipping circular 'Merchant Shipping (Safety Convention) (Amendment) Regulations 2019'. Our Technical Director, Johan Machtelinckx, talks about cyber security and the need for the shipping industry to wake up fast to the issues of cyber security: Hackers see the shipping industry as 'low hanging fruit'. Recent Class Society Guidance ABS � has released fourteen new rules and guides, including: 'Generic Rules for Conditions of Classification, Materials and Welding, and Surveys After Construction (2020)' 'Mobile Offshore Units (2020)' 'Marine Vessel Rules (2020)' 'Underwater Vehicles, Systems and Hyperbaric Facilities (2020)'. Bureau Veritas � has published four new sets of rules: 'Approval of Service Suppliers' 'Rules for the Classification of Steel Ships' 'Structural Rules for Container Ships' 'Buckling Assessment of Plated Structures'. CSS � has issued 'Rules for Intelligent Ships 2020'. Indian Register of Shipping � has released two technical alerts: 'Amendments (05-19) to IMSBC Code' 'Requirements for maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of Lifeboats including free-fall lifeboats, Rescue boats and fast rescue boats, launching appliances and release gears'. RINA � has published a marine information notice on 'SOLAS 2020: stability requirements'. Recent P&I Club Guidance International Group of P&I Clubs � has released a news article on the 'Carriage of Divinylbenzene (DVB) in containers'. The American Club � has issued a circular on 'Pre-employment medical examination (PEME) Program: Changes in Vladivostok and Murmansk, Russian Federation', as well as a member alert entitled 'MSCI Notice on the Threat to Commercial Vessels from Iran and Its Proxies: Guidance Generally as to Shipboard Vigilance' GARD � has published a circular on 'Amendments to Rules 2020' and an alert entitled 'Piracy incidents rise in Singapore Strait'. SKULD � has issued four updates: 'INSIGHT: Russia Sanctions' 'INSIGHT: Nairobi International Convention on the Removal of Wrecks (Wreck Removal Convention) 2007' 'INSIGHT: Bunker Convention 2001' 'Ratifications of MLC convention', Britannia P&I � has released two updates: 'Rule Books 2020/21' 'Britannia Risk Watch'. North � has issued six industry news alerts: 'VPS Bunker Alerts 2020' 'Ivory Coast Levy on Shipowners' 'Heightened Risk of Crew Kidnapping in Gulf of Guinea' 'Speed Limits and ECAs in South Korea' 'Instability in the Persian Gulf Region' 'New Year 2020 � New Regulations'. The Standard Club � has published eleven new documents, including: five news alerts: 'Focusing on Seafarer Wellbeing - Fitness and Exercise' 'US issues alert to commercial shipping' 'New IMO lifeboat requirements enter into force' 'Blending of fuel on ship for achieving compliance with IMO 2020 regulation' 'US EPA amends rule to allow sale of 0.5% sulphur marine fuel' two circulars: 'Class rules including amendments' 'Electronic (Paperless) Trading'. The Swedish Club � has released three member alerts: 'MSS Case January: Lack of cooperation lead to grounding' 'Focus: Loss of anchor' 'Monthly web news: December 2019'. UK P&I � has issued a circular 'P&IQ Registration Now Open to All' and two news articles: 'Singapore: Implementation of 1996 Protocol to LLMC 1976' 'Turkey � 2020 tariffs for pollution fines'. Other Regulations and Guidance in the News BIMCO � has released their 'Reflections' for 2020. GARD � has published an article on the regulatory landscape for 2020, including summaries of key regulations entering into force this year. MAIB � has issued a 'Safety Lessons' article on internal hatches and ladders and their associated risks. Recent Accident Reports UK � The UK MAIB has released an accident investigation report into the fatal fall on board the fishing vessel 'Artemis'. The incident occurred in Kilkeel Harbour, Northern Ireland, where the skipper suffered fatal head injuries after falling head-first through an access hatch. Although the exact nature of the accident could not be determined (due to a lack of witnesses), it is believed to have been caused by a combination of an unsafe access route and alcohol consumption. UK � The UK MAIB has published an interim report into the explosion and fire on board the chemical tanker 'Stolt Groenland'. The incident occurred in the Port of Ulsan, South Korea and was probably caused by the rupture of the deck above the cargo tank, due to over-pressurisation. The ship suffered extensive damage and several crew members were injured. Canada � has issued an investigation report into the crew fall on board the RoRo 'Spirit of Vancouver Island', in Swartz Bay, British Columbia. Two crew members fell overboard from the ship's rescue boat during an emergency drill. One crew member sustained minor injuries and there was minor damage to the ship's hull. Bahamas � has released an accident report on the crew fatality on board the passenger vessel 'Majesty of the Seas' . During a fire drill in Nassau Port, Bahamas, a crew member became trapped between the door and the frame of a watertight door in the engine room. Recent IMO Circulars SSE 7/5/2 � REVISION OF SOLAS CHAPTER III AND THE LSA CODE � 09/01/20. SSE 7/12 � AMENDMENTS TO PARAGRAPH 4.4.7.6.17 OF THE LSA CODE CONCERNING SINGLE FALL AND HOOK SYSTEMS WITH ON-LOAD RELEASE CAPABILITY � 09/01/20. SSE 7/5/1 � REVISION OF SOLAS CHAPTER III AND THE LSA CODE � 09/01/20. SSE 7/16/6 � UNIFIED INTERPRETATION OF PROVISIONS OF IMO SAFETY, SECURITY, AND ENVIRONMENT-RELATED CONVENTIONS � 09/01/20. LEG 107/8 � REGULATORY SCOPING EXERCISE AND GAP ANALYSIS OF CONVENTIONS EMANATING FROM THE LEGAL COMMITTEE WITH RESPECT TO MARITIME AUTONOMOUS SURFACE SHIPS (MASS) � 09/01/20. LEG 107/13 � REVIEW OF THE STATUS OF CONVENTIONS AND OTHER TREATY INSTRUMENTS EMANATING FROM THE LEGAL COMMITTEE � 09/01/20. LEG 107/14 � WORK PROGRAMME � 09/01/20. SSE 7/17/1 � REVISION OF THE GUIDELINES FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTIONS OF FIXED CARBON DIOXIDE FIRE-EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS (MSC.1/CIRC.1318) � 09/01/20. SSE 7/16/5 � UNIFIED INTERPRETATION OF PROVISIONS OF IMO SAFETY, SECURITY AND ENVIRONMENT RELATED CONVENTIONS � 09/01/20. MEPC 75/12 � TECHNICAL COOPERATION ACTIVITIES FOR THE PROTECTION OF THE MARINE ENVIRONMENT � 08/01/20. FAL 44/15 � TECHNICAL COOPERATION ACTIVITIES RELATED TO FACILITATION OF MARITIME TRAFFIC � 08/01/20. PPR 7/INF.5 � REVISED GUIDANCE ON BALLAST WATER SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS � 08/01/20. PPR 7/INF.24 � DEVELOPMENT OF MEASURES TO REDUCE RISKS OF USE AND CARRIAGE OF HEAVY FUEL OIL AS FUEL BY SHIPS IN ARCTIC WATERS � 08/01/20. SSE 7/20/7 � ANY OTHER BUSINESS � 08/01/20. SSE 7/16 � UNIFIED INTERPRETATION OF PROVISIONS OF IMO SAFETY, SECURITY, AND ENVIRONMENT-RELATED CONVENTIONS � 08/01/20. For all recent IMO public circulars, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. Regulations Recently Entered into Force IMO and ILO regulations that have entered into force or been amended recently include: Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code � A new Chapter 17 and amendments to Chapter 8 � effective from 01/01/20 Effective date of implementation of the fuel oil standard in regulation 14.1.3 of MARPOL ANNEX VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13� effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2 Regulation 1 and 10 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code of Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability 2008 (IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODUCode) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, SOLAS III and Certificates (Appendix) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGF Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the LSA Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, IV and Appendix, and the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (2010 FTP Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IBC Code) and amendments to the BCH Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code, amendments to the GC Code and amendments to the EGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to Part A of the International Code on Intact Stability (2008 IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (2008 SPS Code) (MSC.445(99) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code) (MSC.453(100) and MSC,464(101)) � effective from 01/01/20 For a full and detailed list of recent IMO regulations, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. A Guide to What's Happening at the IMO 13-24 January: Sub-Committee on Navigation, Communications and Search and Rescue (NCSR) � 7th Session 3-7 February: Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Construction (SDC) � 7th Session 17-21 February: Sub-Committee on Pollution Prevention and Response (PPR) � 7th Session 2-6 March: Sub-Committee on Ship Systems and Equipment (SSE) � 7th Session 11-13 March: IOPC Funds 16-20 March: Legal Committee (LEG) � 107th Session 30 March � 3 April: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) � 75th Session 20-24 April: Facilitation Committee (FAL) � 44th Session 11-12 May: IMSO Advisory Committee � 45th Session 13-22 May: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 102nd Session 1-5 June: Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW) � 7th Session 15-19 June: Technical Cooperation Committee (TC) � 70th Session 29 June � 3 July: Council � 124th Session 20-24 July: Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III 7) � 7th Session 14-18 September: Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 7) � 7th Session 21-22 September: IMSO Advisory Committee � 46th Session 28 September � 2 October: Consultative Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Convention 1972) and Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Protocol 1996) (LC 42/LP 15) 19-23 October: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76) � 76th Session 2-5 November: IOPC Funds 9-13 November: IMSO Assembly � 26th Session 16-20 November: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 103rd Session 7-11 December: Council � 125th Session For full details, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. 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Shipping Regulations and Guidance - Week 19 Friday 8th May 2020
Friday 8th May 2020
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Shipping Regulations and Guidance Week 19, 2020 � Friday 8th May Click Here to view this email as a PDF. Forward this email to a friend Flag State Regulations and Guidance Updates UK � has released two new marine guidance notes: 'Assessment of Risks for those sleeping on Dead Ships' 'Voluntary Code of Practice for Employment of Non European Economic Area (EEA) Fishing Crew'. Australia � has released a new marine notice entitled 'Shutdown of AMSA�s differential global positioning system (DGPS) service'. Liberia � has published two new marine advisories: 'Advisory on Sanctions regarding Petroleos de Venezuela, S.A. (�PdVSA�)' 'Guidance on Exception of Goal Based Standard (GBS) Requirements for Newly Constructed Vessels suffering delays due to COVID-19'. Marshall Islands � has issued a new marine safety advisory entitled 'Freefall Lifeboat Sling Arrangements'. Singapore � has released three new documents: two shipping circulars: 'Use of Electronic Record Books Under the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) On Board Singapore Registered Ships (SRS)' 'Revalidation of Certificates of Competency and Tanker Endorsement Issued by Singapore'. a port marine circular entitled 'MaritimeSG Together Package for Maritime Companies, Individuals and Seafarers'. Cyprus � has published a new circular entitled 'New Cyprus Tonnage Tax Legislation: The Merchant Shipping (Fees and Taxing Provisions) Laws of 2010 and 2020 (Law 44(I)/2010 as amended by Law 39(I)/2020) (hereinafter �the Law�)-The Tonnage Tax (Ancillary Activities to Maritime Transport) Notification of 2020'. Recent Class Society Guidance DNV GL � has issued a news alert entitled 'The change in load line � a faster leaner process'. Indian Register of Shipping � has released four technical circulars: 'DGS M.S. Notice No. 07 of 2020 Reg. Terms and Conditions of employment of Seafarers engaged on Indian flag ships' 'Belize MMN-20-003 Reg. Guidance on temporary measures related to Implementation and Enforcement of IMO Instruments due to COVID-19 pandemic' 'Malaysia MSN 08/2020 Reg. Extension of the validity of ships statutory certificates resulting due to COVID-19 pandemic' 'Sri Lanka MSN 02/2020-Revised Reg. Guidance on extraordinary measures relating to ship�s statutory certificates, seafarer�s certification and contract of employment resulting due to COVID-19 pandemic'. Recent P&I Club Guidance Democratic People�s Republic of Korea (DPRK): Update on Enforcement of Sanctions IG P&I The American Club GARD SKULD Britannia P&I Japan P&I The London P&I Club North Shipowners' Club The Standard Club The Swedish Club West UK P&I. The American Club � has published three new member alerts: 'COVID-19-related Guidelines for Ensuring a Safe Shipboard Interface Between Ship and Shore-based Personnel' 'Loss Prevention: E-learning Tools' 'COVID-19 - Working Arrangements for the Managers' Global Offices'. 'Three things to watch out for when welding - wetness, improper earthing and inappropriate PPE'. Britannia P&I � has issued five news alerts: 'Risks Associated with Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitisers � Warning from IOGP' 'Drug Smuggling Prevention' 'INTERTANKO Guidance on Chartering Issues Relating to COVID-19' 'Singapore Government Rescinding Marine Surveyors� Exemption from COVID-19 Restrictions' 'California: Warning of Increased Air Pollution Penalties as Temperatures Rise'. Japan P&I � has published their latest 'Recent Navigation Warnings of China Waters No.91'. North � has released a news alert entitled 'Audits and Social Distancing'. The Standard Club � has published nine news documents: eight news alerts: 'USCG issues updated ballast water management extensions amid COVID-19 pandemic' 'No time bar is applicable for environmental damage claims in Brazil' 'The Judicial System in Spain and COVID-19 - an update' 'The Judicial System in Turkey - COVID-19 outbreak' 'US Coast Guard update on vessel reporting guidelines' 'Increased piracy attacks in the Gulf of Mexico' 'Asian Gypsy Moth (AGM) - 2020 Risk Period' 'Increased oil tanker presence off US coast'. one article: 'IMO 2020 - Bunker Claims Handling Guide for a new decade'. West � has published two news alerts: 'Ship Lay-Up During the Coronavirus Pandemic' 'Floating storage of oil cargoes'. UK P&I � has published two news alerts: GARD � has released two new member alerts: 'Anchor awareness' 'Press Release: UK P&I Club launches Risk Awareness Guide series' 'Risk Awareness: Pollution Claims'. Other Regulations and Guidance in the News IMO � has released a press briefing entitled 'IMO endorses new protocols designed to lift barriers to crew changes'. INTERCARGO � has released a new document entitled 'Bulk Carrier Casualty Report 2019'. GARD � has issued an article entitled 'The United States Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals clarifies Jones Act seaman status'. OCIMF � has released the April 2020 issue of their Newsletter. Recent Accident Reports Malta � The MSIU has recently released an accident investigation report into the collision of the general cargo vessel 'Klara' with the general cargo vessel 'Posidana' and the tug boat 'Braakman' while transiting the Ghent-Terneuzen Canal. It was found that the 'Klara' had sheered uncontrollably into the path of the other vessels. This sheer was caused by unexpected hydrodynamic forces after the 'Klara' sailed too close to a section of the canal bed which was much shallower than expected. Recent IMO Circulars STCW.2/Circ.91 � 05/05/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING FOR SEAFARERS (STCW), 1978, AS AMENDED. View Circular. MSC.4/Circ.264 � 01/05/20 � REPORTS ON ACTS OF PIRACY AND ARMED ROBBERY AGAINST SHIPS. View Circular. SN.1/Circ.338 � 30/04/20 � INFORMATION CONCERNING THE AVAILABILITY OF VOLUNTARY PILOTAGE SERVICES IN THE STRAITS OF MALACCA AND SINGAPORE. View Circular. IFC.4/Circ.74 � 22/04/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1992 TO AMEND THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR COMPENSATION FOR OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 1971. View Circular. LLMC.3/Circ.58 � 22/04/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1996 TO AMEND THE CONVENTION ON LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR MARITIME CLAIMS, 1976.View Circular. NWRC.1/Circ.46 � 21/04/20 � NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE REMOVAL OF WRECKS, 2007. View Circular. BUNKERS.1/Circ.88 � 21/04/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON CIVIL LIABILITY FOR BUNKER OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 2001. View Circular. SUA.2/Circ.86 � 20/04/20 � PROTOCOL FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF FIXED PLATFORMS LOCATED ON THE CONTINENTAL SHELF. View Circular. SUA.1/Circ.95 � 20/04/20 � CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. MSC.1/Circ.1259/Rev.8 � 20/04/20 � LONG-RANGE IDENTIFICATION AND TRACKING SYSTEM - TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION (PART I). View Circular. For all recent IMO public circulars, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. Regulations Recently Entered into Force IMO and ILO regulations that have entered into force or been amended recently include: Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code � A new Chapter 17 and amendments to Chapter 8 � effective from 01/01/20 Effective date of implementation of the fuel oil standard in regulation 14.1.3 of MARPOL ANNEX VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13� effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2 Regulation 1 and 10 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code of Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability 2008 (IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODUCode) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, SOLAS III and Certificates (Appendix) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGF Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the LSA Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, IV and Appendix, and the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (2010 FTP Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IBC Code) and amendments to the BCH Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code, amendments to the GC Code and amendments to the EGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to Part A of the International Code on Intact Stability (2008 IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (2008 SPS Code) (MSC.445(99) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code) (MSC.453(100) and MSC,464(101)) � effective from 01/01/20 For a full and detailed list of recent IMO regulations, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. A Guide to What's Happening at the IMO NOTE: All upcoming events are subject to change / review due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Please check the IMO website for updates. 11-12 May: IMSO Advisory Committee � 45th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 13-22 May: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 102nd Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 1-5 June: Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW) � 7th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 15-19 June: Technical Cooperation Committee (TC) � 70th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 29 June � 3 July: Council � 124th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 20-24 July: Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III 7) � 7th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 14-18 September: Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 7) � 7th Session 21-22 September: IMSO Advisory Committee � 46th Session 28 September � 2 October: Consultative Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Convention 1972) and Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Protocol 1996) (LC 42/LP 15) 19-23 October: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76) � 76th Session 2-5 November: IOPC Funds 9-13 November: IMSO Assembly � 26th Session 16-20 November: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 103rd Session 7-11 December: Council � 125th Session For full details, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. 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Shipping Regulations and Guidance - Week 18 Friday 1st May 2020
Friday 1st May 2020
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Shipping Regulations and Guidance Week 18, 2020 � Friday 1st May Click Here to view this email as a PDF. Forward this email to a friend Flag State Regulations and Guidance Updates UK � has released two new marine information notes: 'COVID 19 - Guidance on minimising risk to ships' crews and other maritime sector workers' 'Closure of Inmarsat Fleet 77 Service'. Liberia � has released two new marine advisory notes: 'Guidance to Assist Seafarers with Possible Crew Health Concerns due to COVID� 19' 'Flag State Inspection - New Corrective Action Report and Appeal submission process'. Panama � has updated three circulars: 'Stowaways Prevention of Access' 'High Risk Areas (HRA) and precautionary zones' 'Continuous Synopsis Record (CSR) on Board'. Isle of Man � has issued a new technical advisory notice entitled 'Digital Continuous Synopsis Records (CSRs)'. Singapore � has released a new shipping circular entitled 'Resolutions Adopted by the 74th Session of the Maritime Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 74) of the IMO'. Cyprus � has published a new circular entitled 'New Cyprus Tonnage Tax Legislation: The Merchant Shipping (Fees and Taxing Provisions) (Amendment) Law of 2020 (Law 39(I)2020)'. Recent Class Society Guidance DNV GL � has issued a news alert entitled 'A new ECA and speed reduction limits in South Korean ports'. Indian Register of Shipping � has released four technical circulars: 'Panama Maritime Authority Merchant Marine Notice, MMN-03/2020 Reg Extension of Seafarers Employment Agreement and Certificates due to outbreak of COVID-19' 'Palau Marine Circular No. 187.1 regarding handling the validity of ship certificates due to outbreak of COVID-19' 'DGS, Order No. 12 of 2020 Reg Standard Operating Procedures / Protocols (SOP) for controlled crew change in view of COVID-19 outbreak' 'Thailand Marine Department Notification Ref No. 0322/1467 and Announcement Ref No. 56/2563(A.D. 2020) Reg. Extension of Statutory Surveys, issuance/ endorsement of statutory certificates and Extension of seafarer�s certification/ documents etc due to COVID-19 outbreak'. Recent P&I Club Guidance The American Club � has published four new documents: a circular entitled 'Loss Prevention: New Safety Poster' three alerts: 'Loss Prevention Publications in Mandarin' 'International Maritime Organization (IMO) COVID-19 Dedicated Website' 'High Water Preparedness in US Rivers'. GARD � has released a member alert entitled 'Fixed gas detection systems � are you sure the correct gas concentration is displayed?'. Japan P&I � has published a news alert entitled 'Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) � Measures taken by different countries'. The Standard Club � has published five new documents: two articles: 'Managing Maritime Risks' 'Seafarer mental wellbeing during the COVID-19 pandemic' three news alerts: 'CHIRP Maritime COVID-19 update � Seafarer Health and Wellbeing' 'International Group updates Piracy FAQs (2019)' 'Sewage treatment fines in Ghana'. The Swedish Club � has released a member alert entitled 'MSS Case May: Oil spill while bunkering'. West � has published seven news alerts: 'Fines in Ghana for sewage related matters' 'Member Training Week cancelled' 'EU Mapping Crew Changes' 'COVID-19 Antigen testing for all supply-chain workers' 'RightShip and Human Rights at Sea Join Forces' 'New ITOPF (20/21) Handbook published' 'Venezuela sanctions - US amends General License 8 affecting Chevron shipments'. UK P&I � has published a news alert entitled 'Tank Vessels off the Southern Coast of California � Be aware of AQMD�s Rule 1142!'. Other Regulations and Guidance in the News International Chamber of Shipping � has published an article entitled 'Global shipping fleet to sound horns on labour day to raise alarm over need for urgent crew change'. BIMCO � has released an article entitled 'BIMCO Floating Storage Clause for Tankers: What to Cover'. GARD � has issued an article entitled 'Athos 1 � an insider�s perspective'. Recent Accident Reports Malta � The MSIU has released an accident investigation report into the collision of the general cargo vessel 'Klara' with the general cargo vessel 'Posidana' and the tug boat 'Braakman' while transiting the Ghent-Terneuzen Canal. It was found that the 'Klara' had sheered uncontrollably into the path of the other vessels. This sheer was caused by unexpected hydrodynamic forces after the 'Klara' sailed too close to a section of the canal bed which was much shallower than expected. Recent IMO Circulars SN.1/Circ.338 � 30/04/20 � INFORMATION CONCERNING THE AVAILABILITY OF VOLUNTARY PILOTAGE SERVICES IN THE STRAITS OF MALACCA AND SINGAPORE. View Circular. IFC.4/Circ.74 � 22/04/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1992 TO AMEND THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR COMPENSATION FOR OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 1971. View Circular. LLMC.3/Circ.58 � 22/04/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1996 TO AMEND THE CONVENTION ON LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR MARITIME CLAIMS, 1976. View Circular. NWRC.1/Circ.46 � 21/04/20 � NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE REMOVAL OF WRECKS, 2007. View Circular. BUNKERS.1/Circ.88 � 21/04/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON CIVIL LIABILITY FOR BUNKER OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 2001. View Circular. SUA.2/Circ.86 � 20/04/20 � PROTOCOL FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF FIXED PLATFORMS LOCATED ON THE CONTINENTAL SHELF. View Circular. SUA.1/Circ.95 � 20/04/20 � CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. MSC.1/Circ.1259/Rev.8 � 20/04/20 � LONG-RANGE IDENTIFICATION AND TRACKING SYSTEM - TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION (PART I). View Circular. CLC.6/Circ.83 � 17/04/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1992 TO AMEND THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON CIVIL LIABILITY FOR OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 1969. View Circular. MSC.1/Circ.1294/Rev.6 � 17/04/20 � LONG-RANGE IDENTIFICATION AND TRACKING SYSTEM � TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION (PART II). View Circular. For all recent IMO public circulars, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. Regulations Recently Entered into Force IMO and ILO regulations that have entered into force or been amended recently include: Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code � A new Chapter 17 and amendments to Chapter 8 � effective from 01/01/20 Effective date of implementation of the fuel oil standard in regulation 14.1.3 of MARPOL ANNEX VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13� effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2 Regulation 1 and 10 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code of Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability 2008 (IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODUCode) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, SOLAS III and Certificates (Appendix) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGF Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the LSA Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, IV and Appendix, and the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (2010 FTP Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IBC Code) and amendments to the BCH Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code, amendments to the GC Code and amendments to the EGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to Part A of the International Code on Intact Stability (2008 IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (2008 SPS Code) (MSC.445(99) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code) (MSC.453(100) and MSC,464(101)) � effective from 01/01/20 For a full and detailed list of recent IMO regulations, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. A Guide to What's Happening at the IMO NOTE: All upcoming events are subject to change / review due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Please check the IMO website for updates. 20-24 April: Facilitation Committee (FAL) � 44th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 11-12 May: IMSO Advisory Committee � 45th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 13-22 May: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 102nd Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 1-5 June: Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW) � 7th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 15-19 June: Technical Cooperation Committee (TC) � 70th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 29 June � 3 July: Council � 124th Session 20-24 July: Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III 7) � 7th Session 14-18 September: Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 7) � 7th Session 21-22 September: IMSO Advisory Committee � 46th Session 28 September � 2 October: Consultative Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Convention 1972) and Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Protocol 1996) (LC 42/LP 15) 19-23 October: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76) � 76th Session 2-5 November: IOPC Funds 9-13 November: IMSO Assembly � 26th Session 16-20 November: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 103rd Session 7-11 December: Council � 125th Session For full details, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. 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Shipping Regulations and Guidance - Week 17 Friday 24th April 2020
Friday 24th April 2020
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Shipping Regulations and Guidance Week 17, 2020 � Friday 24th April Click Here to view this email as a PDF. Forward this email to a friend Flag State Regulations and Guidance Updates UK � has released two documents: an amended marine information note entitled 'Coronavirus (COVID-19) - MCA approach to survey and certification of UK vessels' a new marine guidance notice entitled 'Large Commercial Yachts - Guidance for the control and operation of lifting gear'. USA � has issued a new marine safety information bulletin entitled 'Recommendation for DUKW Passenger Vessel Canopy Removal'. Liberia � has released three documents: an updated marine advisory note entitled 'Implementation of IMO Circular Letter No.4204/Add.1: COVID-19 � Implementation and enforcement of relevant IMO instruments' two new marine advisory notes: 'Fact Sheet on the Provision of Humanitarian Assistance and Trade to Combat COVID-19' 'Corrosion of distance piece on Exhaust Gas Cleaning System (EGCS � Sox scrubber) discharge water line'. Marshall Islands � has released two marine safety advisories: 'COVID-19: Emergency Rescue of Injured and Sick Crew Members at Chinese Ports' 'Temporary Alternative Inspection Protocols During COVID-19 Pandemic Response and Recovery'. Panama � has updated three circulars: 'Authorized service providers for maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats and rescue boats, launching appliances and release gear' 'Administrative Fee imposed by the Republic of Panama for each statutory certificates and approvals issued by Class Societies and Recognized Organizations dully authorized by the Panama Maritime Authority' 'Use of Electronic Certificates onboard'. Singapore � has issued four new documents: a shipping circular entitled 'Registration and Safety Requirements for Pleasure Craft Registered with the Singapore Registry of Ships (SRS) from 1 July 2020' three port marine circulars: 'Notice of Wreck (Expiry Date: 20-05-2020)' 'COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) (Control Order) Regulations 2020' 'Elevated Safe Distancing Measures for Passenger Carrying Harbour Craft'. Recent Class Society Guidance American Bureau of Shipping � has released a new guidance document entitled 'Guidance Notes on Air Gap and Wave Impact Analysis for Semi-Submersibles'. DNV GL � has issued two news alerts: 'Sulphur Cap 2020 � carriage of non-compliant fuel due to delays in scrubber installation' 'PSC Top 18 items � the main detainable deficiencies you need to know about'. Indian Register of Shipping � has released nine technical circulars: 'Addendum No. 2 to DGS, Order No. 6 of 2020 Reg Extension to the validity of Seafarer�s CoC and Statutory Certificates, Periodical Surveys and Audits of Indian Registered Ships in view of COVID-19 outbreak' 'Govt. of India - Instructions regarding Sign-on and Sign-off of Indian Seafarers at Indian Ports � reg.' 'IMO Circular Letter No. 4204/Add.8 to promote harmonized action, assistance and a pragmatic approach with respect to PSC Inspections during COVID-19 pandemic' 'Marshall Islands � Marine Safety Advisory No. 14-20 on handling the validity of ship certificates due to COVID-19' 'Kiribati Marine Circular No. 53/2020 on Extension of Statutory Certificates, Surveys, Audits and Inspections due to COVID-19' 'Georgia Maritime Circular No. 18/CIRC/STCW Reg Interim Measures in respect of Seafarer�s Certification and Training due to outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic' 'Tuvalu Marine Circular, MC-4/2020/1 on managing statutory surveys & certificates, ISM, ISPS, MLC 2006 and FSI during COVID-19' 'Maldives Marine Circular No: INT-2020/001 Reg Extension of Expiry dates of CoC and Trading Certificates due to COVID-19 outbreak' 'Liberia � Marine Advisory No. 07/2020-2 Reg. Guidance to Assist with Impact of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) on Ship Operations'. Lloyd's Register � has issued a news alert entitled 'Updated temporary guidance: Port State Control and the impact of COVID-19'. Recent P&I Club Guidance The American Club � has published three new documents: a circular entitled 'Pre-employment Medical Examinations (PEME) and COVID-19: An Update' two member alerts: 'US Department of the Treasury Issues Fact Sheet on COVID-19 Sanction Exemptions' 'PRC Maritime Safety Agency Guidance on the Prevention and Control of COVID-19 on Board (version 2.0)'. GARD � has released three member alerts: 'Piracy in the Gulf of Mexico' 'What does it mean for leaders to �walk the talk�?' 'High water season in the Mississippi River - be prepared'. SKULD � has published two articles: 'Yemen: Port and security update' 'COVID-19: Charterparty matters for shipowners'. Britannia P&I � has issued two news alerts: 'China MSA Issues �Guidance on the Prevention and Control of COVID-19 on Board (V2.0)� 'Stay Cyber Safe Amid COVID-19'. Japan P&I � has released an alert entitled 'Measures to assure safe navigation during the peak season of drift-net fishing in the Seto Inland Sea (No.2)'. North � has issued two documents: a circular entitled 'Heavy Fuel Oil as Cargo' a news alert entitled 'COVID-19: Testing and Protection'. The Shipowners' Club � has released three news alerts: 'Contractual implications of Coronavirus (COVID-19) � FAQs' 'IG circular: Regulations of the People�s Republic of China on the Prevention and Control of Marine Pollution from Ships' 'The Shipowners� Club reports increased Member numbers and strong investment return in 2019'. The Standard Club � has published two documents: a press article entitled 'Increased use of FSRUs can improve risk profile of LNG sector' a news alert entitled 'COVID-19 � personal message from IMO Secretary-General'. The Swedish Club � has released two member alerts: 'Coronavirus - legal guidance for Members (20 April 2020)' 'Cargo wet damage on bulk carriers � a recurring problem'. UK P&I � has published a new document entitled 'Return of Call after Lay up'. Other Regulations and Guidance in the News CHIRP Maritime � has published three articles: 'COVID-19 general advice to Masters and crew' 'Focus on seafarer wellbeing during Covid-19 pandemic' 'Trapped by COVID-19 � highlighting the plight of seafarers on board vessels' EMSA � has published the April 2020 issue of their Newsletter. IMO � has released a message to seafarers from the Secretary General. OCIMF � has published two new documents: an article entitled 'Inspection guidance during the global COVID-19 pandemic' an information paper entitled 'OCIMF Safety Bulletin - Sanchii and CF Crystal Collision Incident'. GARD � has released an article entitled 'Seafarers in a time of pandemic � strategies for maintaining and improving mental wellbeing'. Recent Accident Reports Malta � The MSIU has released an accident investigation report into the grounding of the container vessel 'APL Danube' while transiting Southbound through the Suez Canal. The vessel had unexpectedly swung to starboard and the bridge team were unable to correct the heading. It was found that the unexpected swing to starboard was the result of bank effect, since the vessel was in close proximity to the Eastern bank of the Canal. Recent IMO Circulars IFC.4/Circ.74 � 22/04/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1992 TO AMEND THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR COMPENSATION FOR OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 1971. View Circular. LLMC.3/Circ.58 � 22/04/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1996 TO AMEND THE CONVENTION ON LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR MARITIME CLAIMS, 1976. View Circular. NWRC.1/Circ.46 � 21/04/20 � NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE REMOVAL OF WRECKS, 2007. View Circular. BUNKERS.1/Circ.88 � 21/04/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON CIVIL LIABILITY FOR BUNKER OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 2001. View Circular. SUA.2/Circ.86 � 20/04/20 � PROTOCOL FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF FIXED PLATFORMS LOCATED ON THE CONTINENTAL SHELF. View Circular. SUA.1/Circ.95 � 20/04/20 � CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. MSC.1/Circ.1259/Rev.8 � 20/04/20 � LONG-RANGE IDENTIFICATION AND TRACKING SYSTEM - TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION (PART I). View Circular. CLC.6/Circ.83 � 17/04/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1992 TO AMEND THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON CIVIL LIABILITY FOR OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE, 1969. View Circular. MSC.1/Circ.1294/Rev.6 � 17/04/20 � LONG-RANGE IDENTIFICATION AND TRACKING SYSTEM � TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION (PART II). View Circular. PMP.7/Circ.72 � 16/04/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1997 TO AMEND THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE PREVENTION OF POLLUTION FROM SHIPS, 1973, AS MODIFIED BY THE PROTOCOL OF 1978 RELATING THERETO. View Circular. For all recent IMO public circulars, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. Regulations Recently Entered into Force IMO and ILO regulations that have entered into force or been amended recently include: Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code � A new Chapter 17 and amendments to Chapter 8 � effective from 01/01/20 Effective date of implementation of the fuel oil standard in regulation 14.1.3 of MARPOL ANNEX VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13� effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2 Regulation 1 and 10 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code of Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability 2008 (IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODUCode) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, SOLAS III and Certificates (Appendix) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGF Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the LSA Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, IV and Appendix, and the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (2010 FTP Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IBC Code) and amendments to the BCH Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code, amendments to the GC Code and amendments to the EGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to Part A of the International Code on Intact Stability (2008 IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (2008 SPS Code) (MSC.445(99) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code) (MSC.453(100) and MSC,464(101)) � effective from 01/01/20 For a full and detailed list of recent IMO regulations, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. A Guide to What's Happening at the IMO NOTE: All upcoming events are subject to change / review due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Please check the IMO website for updates. 30 March � 3 April: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) � 75th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 20-24 April: Facilitation Committee (FAL) � 44th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 11-12 May: IMSO Advisory Committee � 45th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 13-22 May: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 102nd Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 1-5 June: Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW) � 7th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 15-19 June: Technical Cooperation Committee (TC) � 70th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 29 June � 3 July: Council � 124th Session 20-24 July: Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III 7) � 7th Session 14-18 September: Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 7) � 7th Session 21-22 September: IMSO Advisory Committee � 46th Session 28 September � 2 October: Consultative Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Convention 1972) and Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Protocol 1996) (LC 42/LP 15) 19-23 October: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76) � 76th Session 2-5 November: IOPC Funds 9-13 November: IMSO Assembly � 26th Session 16-20 November: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 103rd Session 7-11 December: Council � 125th Session For full details, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. 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Shipping Regulations and Guidance - Week 16 Friday 17th April 2020
Friday 17th April 2020
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Shipping Regulations and Guidance Week 16, 2020 � Friday 17th April Click Here to view this email as a PDF. Forward this email to a friend Flag State Regulations and Guidance Updates UK � has released a new marine information note entitled 'The Support for Maritime Training (SMarT) Fund During the COVID-19 Period'. USA � has issued a new marine safety information bulletin entitled 'COVID-19: Ballast Water Management (BWM) Extensions'. Marshall Islands � has updated a marine notice entitled 'Articles of Agreement between the Master and Seafarers in the Merchant Service of the Republic of the Marshall Islands (Shipping Articles)' and released a new safety advisory entitled 'Loss of Propulsion in High-Density Traffic Areas in China'. Panama � has updated a circular entitled 'Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006), Certification Process - MLC, 2006'. Singapore � has issued a new shipping circular entitled 'Extension of STCW Certificates Issued by Singapore'. Recent Class Society Guidance American Bureau of Shipping � has updated a guidance document entitled 'Guide for Dynamic Positioning Systems', and released three new documents: 'Guide for Classification Notation Underwater Noise' 'Guide for Power Service for Marine and Offshore Applications' 'Guide for Marine Health, Safety, Quality, Environmental and Energy Management'. Bureau Veritas � has issued a new guidance document entitled 'Risk Based Qualification of New Technology -Methodological Guidelines'. China Classification Society � has published a new guidance document entitled 'Rules for Materials and Welding Amendments'. Indian Register of Shipping � has released three new technical circulars: 'DGS Order No. 10 of 2020 Reg Extension of the validity of Continuous Discharge Certificate (CDC) in view of COVID-19 outbreak' 'Addendum No. 03 to DGS, Order No. 04 of 2020 Reg Instructions to Vessels, all major and minor ports for dealing with COVID-19 pandemic' 'Georgia Maritime Circular No. 17/CIRC/FSI Regarding Measures taken in respect COVID-19 pandemic'. Lloyd's Register � has issued two news alerts: 'Amendments to the IBC code � replacement of existing certificates' 'Amendments to MARPOL Annex II - P&A Manual amendments'. Recent P&I Club Guidance The American Club � has published five new documents: two circulars: 'American Club Dedicates Part of Website to COVID-19 Issues' 'A Video Address from the Chairman & CEO of Your Managers'. three alerts: 'Cyber Awareness: Mandarin Translations' 'COVID-19 Quick Reference Guide: Mandarin Translations' 'COVID-19: Quick Reference Guide'. GARD � has released an alert entitled 'Incident investigation: search for the cause, not the villain'. Britannia P&I � has issued a news alert entitled 'New ICS Guidance on Managing Ship and Seafarer Certificates During the COVID-19 Pandemic'. North � has issued a news alert entitled 'COVID-19 Impacts Ship Surveys and Certificates'. The Standard Club � has published an article entitled 'US Supreme Court rules safe berth clause is a warranty', and four news alerts: 'USCG grants BWTS extension due to COVID-19' 'COVID-19 � Maritime sector shows resilience' 'The Judicial System in Spain - COVID-19 outbreak' 'Security warnings issued off Iran and the Sulu Sea'. Steamship Mutual � has issued a circular entitled 'Coronavirus (COVID-19) � Film � �Stay Safe on Board�'. The Swedish Club � has released a member alert entitled 'Corrosion of distance piece on SOx scrubber discharge water line'. UK P&I � has published a new document entitled 'Risk Awareness: Cargo Claims � Container/Car/RoRo Vessels'. Other Regulations and Guidance in the News USCG � has posted an article entitled 'Coast Guard Regulatory Reform Accomplishments: FY17-FY20'. OCIMF � has published a new information paper entitled 'Static Towing Assembly Guidelines (STAG)'. IMB � has released their latest report on piracy and armed robbery in the first 3 months of 2020. Incidents are up in this period, with 47 attacks reported compared to 38 in the same period last year. The Gulf of Guinea remains a particular hotspot. GARD � has released an article entitled 'Is targeted phishing really that impossible to resist?'. Recent Accident Reports USA � The NTSB has recently released an accident investigation report into the overpressurisation and rupture of a cargo tank on board the chemical tanker 'Fairchem Filly' while discharging liquid hexane. It was found that the vessel and terminal personnel had not followed policies and procedures, and there was also a lack of effective communication. Recent IMO Circulars PMP.7/Circ.72 � 16/04/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1997 TO AMEND THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE PREVENTION OF POLLUTION FROM SHIPS, 1973, AS MODIFIED BY THE PROTOCOL OF 1978 RELATING THERETO. View Circular. BWM.1/Circ.63 � 14/04/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT OF SHIPS' BALLAST WATER AND SEDIMENTS, 2004. View Circular. MSC-MEPC.6/Circ.18 � 02/04/20 � NATIONAL CONTACT POINTS FOR SAFETY AND POLLUTION PREVENTION AND RESPONSE. View Circular. STCW.2/Circ.90 � 27/03/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING FOR SEAFARERS (STCW), 1978, AS AMENDED. View Circular. LC-LP.2/Circ.10 � 25/03/20 � 1996 PROTOCOL TO THE CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION OF MARINE POLLUTION BY DUMPING OF WASTES AND OTHER MATTER, 1972 2013 AMENDMENTS TO THE LONDON PROTOCOL TO REGULATE THE PLACEMENT OF MATTER FOR OCEAN FERTILIZATION AND OTHER MARINE GEOENGINEERING ACTIVITIES. View Circular. SUA.3/Circ.50 � 19/03/20 � PROTOCOL OF 2005 TO THE CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. SUA.1/Circ 94 � 16/03/20 � CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. LC-LP.1/Circ.93 � 05/03/20 � CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION OF MARINE POLLUTION BY DUMPING OF WASTES AND OTHER MATTER, 1972 AND ITS 1996 PROTOCOL JOINT WORK PROGRAMME 2020-2022. View Circular. CT/AGR2012.1/Circ.13 � 04/03/20 � CAPE TOWN AGREEMENT OF 2012 ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PROVISIONS OF THE TORREMOLINOS PROTOCOL OF 1993 RELATING TO THE TORREMOLINOS INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF FISHING VESSELS, 1977. View Circular. For all recent IMO public circulars, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. Regulations Recently Entered into Force IMO and ILO regulations that have entered into force or been amended recently include: Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code � A new Chapter 17 and amendments to Chapter 8 � effective from 01/01/20 Effective date of implementation of the fuel oil standard in regulation 14.1.3 of MARPOL ANNEX VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13� effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2 Regulation 1 and 10 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code of Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability 2008 (IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODUCode) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, SOLAS III and Certificates (Appendix) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGF Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the LSA Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, IV and Appendix, and the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (2010 FTP Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IBC Code) and amendments to the BCH Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code, amendments to the GC Code and amendments to the EGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to Part A of the International Code on Intact Stability (2008 IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (2008 SPS Code) (MSC.445(99) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code) (MSC.453(100) and MSC,464(101)) � effective from 01/01/20 For a full and detailed list of recent IMO regulations, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. A Guide to What's Happening at the IMO NOTE: All upcoming events are subject to change / review due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Please check the IMO website for updates. 30 March � 3 April: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) � 75th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 20-24 April: Facilitation Committee (FAL) � 44th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 11-12 May: IMSO Advisory Committee � 45th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 13-22 May: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 102nd Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 1-5 June: Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW) � 7th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 15-19 June: Technical Cooperation Committee (TC) � 70th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 29 June � 3 July: Council � 124th Session 20-24 July: Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III 7) � 7th Session 14-18 September: Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 7) � 7th Session 21-22 September: IMSO Advisory Committee � 46th Session 28 September � 2 October: Consultative Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Convention 1972) and Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Protocol 1996) (LC 42/LP 15) 19-23 October: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76) � 76th Session 2-5 November: IOPC Funds 9-13 November: IMSO Assembly � 26th Session 16-20 November: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 103rd Session 7-11 December: Council � 125th Session For full details, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. 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Shipping Regulations and Guidance - Week 15 Friday 10th April 2020
Friday 10th April 2020
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Shipping Regulations and Guidance Week 15, 2020 � Friday 10th April Click Here to view this email as a PDF. Forward this email to a friend Flag State Regulations and Guidance Updates UK � has released a new marine information note entitled 'MCA New Build Fishing Vessel Procedures from 21 July 2020'. USA � has issued two new marine safety information bulletins: 'COVID 19 � Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC�) Operations' 'COVID-19 - Vessel and Facility Response Plans'. Liberia � has updated a marine advisory notice entitled 'Guidance to Assist with Impact of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) on Ship Operations'. Marshall Islands � has released two new or updated marine guidelines: 'Maritime Security off the Coast of West Africa, including the Gulf of Guinea' 'Guidelines on Modifications to Instrument Recordation and Acknowledgement Requirements Pursuant to Republic of the Marshall Islands Maritime Act, ��103� 106, �108, and �203(h) in Response to COVID19 Pandemic'. Panama � has updated four circulars: 'Continuous Synopsis Record (CSR) online application' 'List of Approved P&I Clubs / Insurers � MLC' 'Authorized Private Maritime Security Companies (PMSC) transiting High Risk Areas (online application)' 'Security Measures sailing in the Gulf of Guinea (GoG)'. Singapore � has issued two new port marine circulars: 'Temporary Prohibition of Pleasure Craft Movement in the Port of Singapore' 'Suspension of Activities at Workplace Premises in the Maritime Sector to Reduce COVID-19 Transmission'. Cyprus � has published a new circular entitled 'Tonnage Tax for Owners of Cyprus ships and Cyprus Registry Maintenance Annual Fee - Extension of date of payment during COVID-19 outbreak'. Malta � has released two new merchant shipping notices: 'Supporting Measures to the Maltese Shipping Industry During the COVID-19 Pandemic' 'Security Guidance for Mariners Operating in the Gulf of Guinea'. Bermuda � has issued two new guidance notices: 'Prevention and Management of COVID-19 On Board'. 'COVID-19 � Arrangements for Seafarer Documents' Recent Class Society Guidance American Bureau of Shipping � has updated a guidance document entitled 'Guide for Building and Classing International Naval Ships'. Bureau Veritas � has released 'Amendments to the tentative rules for structural assessment of steel ships'. China Classification Society � has published a new document entitled 'Rules for Green Eco-Ships'. DNV GL � has issued a news alert entitled 'Interim versions of amended regulations available in IMO-Vega online'. Indian Register of Shipping � has published a number of new technical circulars including: 'Comoros Maritime Circular Ref No. 20/01857/COM on Crew Dispensation Letter' 'Bulgaria Circular Ref 581/19.03.2020 Reg. Guidelines for adoption of extraordinary measures of the seafarer�s certificates of competency or certificate of proficiency issued by Bulgarian Maritime Administration resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic' 'Brazil to require ISM Code Certification for MOUs and Fixed Platforms' 'Bangladesh Maritime Circular No. 01 of 2020 Reg. instructions in respect of Certification of ships and Seafarers due to COVID-19 outbreak' 'St. Kitts & Nevis Maritime Circular No. MC/92/20 Reg. Measures taken as a result of COVID-19 pandemic' 'World Health Organization (WHO) instructions to Ships in respect of COVID-19 pandemic' 'Cyprus Maritime Administration Circular No. 08/2020 Reg Urgent Provisional Measures for the operation of Cyprus ships during the COVID-19 outbreak' 'Sri Lanka MSN 02/2020 Reg. Guidance on extraordinary measures relating to ship�s statutory certificates, seafarer�s certification and contract of employment resulting due to COVID-19 pandemic' 'Addendum No. 01 to DGS, Order No. 06 of 2020 Reg Extension to the validity of periodical Surveys and Audits of Indian Registered Ships in view of COVID-19 outbreak' 'Oman Maritime Circular No. 04/2020 and Circular No. 06/2020 on COVID-19 outbreak � Relaxation measures for ship�s statutory certificates'. Class NK � has issued a technical alert entitled 'Corrosion of distance piece on SOx scrubber discharge water line'. Recent P&I Club Guidance Launch of International Group Online COVID-19 Tracking Tool IG P&I The American Club GARD Britannia P&I Japan P&I West. The American Club � has published new member alerts including: 'Bunkering and COVID-19' 'US Supreme Court Decision Sends Ripples Through Charter Party Chains' 'INTERTANKO's New Publication: Outbreak Management Plan: COVID-19'. GARD � has released an alert entitled 'COVID-19 onboard assessment tool'. SKULD � has published an article entitled 'COVID-19: force majeure, frustration and exclusion clauses'. Britannia P&I � has issued three news alerts: 'Parana River: Draft Restrictions' 'Oasis Circular No: 2006 � Crew Change Procedures in China Amid COVID-19' 'Coronavirus (COVID-19) Focus Page'. Japan P&I � has published a news alert entitled 'Measures to assure safe navigation during the peak season of drift-net fishing in the Seto Inland Sea'. North � has issued two news alerts: 'Port States React to COVID-19 Pandemic' 'ICC Warns of Scammers Exploiting COVID-19 Pandemic'. The Shipowners' Club � has issued five news alerts: 'Coronavirus (COVID-19) � FAQs on Club cover' 'Coronavirus (COVID-19): Latest information and updates' 'Coronavirus � Singapore branch temporary closure' 'Coronavirus (COVID-19): Crew health and wellbeing' 'The CMA CGM LIBRA � Court of appeal update'. The Standard Club � has published 10 new documents: two articles: 'P&I clubs seek common approach to the challenges of COVID-19' 'COVID-19 Impact on how P&I clubs do business' eight news alerts: 'Britain suspends IMO 2020 checks' 'The Judicial System in Italy � COVID-19 Outbreak' 'The Judicial System in France � COVID-19 Outbreak' 'BIMCO�s ASVTIME moves closer to completion' 'USCG issues reminder to ensure the availability of oil response services amid COVID-19' 'WHO - We are in a shared struggle to protect both lives and livelihoods' 'Beaching operations in India following the general lockout due to COVID-19 outbreak' 'An update on carriage of soya beans'. West � has released eight news alerts: 'COVID-19: A Letter to Members from the Group CEO' 'COVID-19: Coping with it at sea' 'Are seafarers more susceptible to mental health problems?' 'Coronavirus - guide for Members on potential legal issues' 'COVID-19: Guidance on extending STCW Certificates' 'COVID-19: Guidance on extending West's enhanced PEME Certificates' 'Guidance around COVID-19 issued by several U.S. bodies' 'Points to Consider if your Ship is Arrested'. UK P&I � has published four news alerts: 'Lessons Learnt: Bunker Spill' 'Risk Awareness: Cargo Claims - LNG Tankers' 'FAQ: COVID-19 and Club cover' 'Crew Health Advice: Pulmonary Tuberculosis'. Other Regulations and Guidance in the News USCG � has released their annual Port State Control report for 2019. OCIMF � has published two articles: 'Inspection guidance during the global COVID-19 pandemic' 'Best practice precautions for carrying out the pre-transfer conference during the COVID 19 Pandemic'. GARD � has released two articles: 'Charterparty �chain reaction�: The recent U.S. Supreme Court decision in the �Athos I� case' 'Cyber security amid a global pandemic'. Recent Accident Reports Germany � The BSU has recently released an accident investigation report into the grounding of the liquefied gas carrier 'Pazifik' on an underwater rock while sailing through the Selat Sape, Indonesia. It was found that the ECDIS which the crew were using for navigation did not provide sufficient information about this navigational danger, and so the crew did not consider it a threat to safe passage. Recent IMO Circulars MSC-MEPC.6/Circ.18 � 02/04/20 � NATIONAL CONTACT POINTS FOR SAFETY AND POLLUTION PREVENTION AND RESPONSE. View Circular. STCW.2/Circ.90 � 27/03/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING FOR SEAFARERS (STCW), 1978, AS AMENDED. View Circular. LC-LP.2/Circ.10 � 25/03/20 � 1996 PROTOCOL TO THE CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION OF MARINE POLLUTION BY DUMPING OF WASTES AND OTHER MATTER, 1972 2013 AMENDMENTS TO THE LONDON PROTOCOL TO REGULATE THE PLACEMENT OF MATTER FOR OCEAN FERTILIZATION AND OTHER MARINE GEOENGINEERING ACTIVITIES. View Circular. SUA.3/Circ.50 � 19/03/20 � PROTOCOL OF 2005 TO THE CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. SUA.1/Circ 94 � 16/03/20 � CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. LC-LP.1/Circ.93 � 05/03/20 � CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION OF MARINE POLLUTION BY DUMPING OF WASTES AND OTHER MATTER, 1972 AND ITS 1996 PROTOCOL JOINT WORK PROGRAMME 2020-2022. View Circular. CT/AGR2012.1/Circ.13 � 04/03/20 � CAPE TOWN AGREEMENT OF 2012 ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PROVISIONS OF THE TORREMOLINOS PROTOCOL OF 1993 RELATING TO THE TORREMOLINOS INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF FISHING VESSELS, 1977. View Circular. SUA.1/Circ.93 � 27/02/20 � CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. LC-LP.1/Circ.92 � 27/02/20 � CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION OF MARINE POLLUTION BY DUMPING OF WASTES AND OTHER MATTER, 1972 AND ITS 1996 PROTOCOL. View Circular. For all recent IMO public circulars, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. Regulations Recently Entered into Force IMO and ILO regulations that have entered into force or been amended recently include: Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code � A new Chapter 17 and amendments to Chapter 8 � effective from 01/01/20 Effective date of implementation of the fuel oil standard in regulation 14.1.3 of MARPOL ANNEX VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13� effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2 Regulation 1 and 10 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code of Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability 2008 (IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODUCode) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, SOLAS III and Certificates (Appendix) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGF Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the LSA Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, IV and Appendix, and the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (2010 FTP Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IBC Code) and amendments to the BCH Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code, amendments to the GC Code and amendments to the EGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to Part A of the International Code on Intact Stability (2008 IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (2008 SPS Code) (MSC.445(99) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code) (MSC.453(100) and MSC,464(101)) � effective from 01/01/20 For a full and detailed list of recent IMO regulations, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. A Guide to What's Happening at the IMO NOTE: All upcoming events are subject to change / review due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Please check the IMO website for updates. 30 March � 3 April: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) � 75th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 20-24 April: Facilitation Committee (FAL) � 44th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 11-12 May: IMSO Advisory Committee � 45th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 13-22 May: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 102nd Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 1-5 June: Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW) � 7th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 15-19 June: Technical Cooperation Committee (TC) � 70th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 29 June � 3 July: Council � 124th Session 20-24 July: Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III 7) � 7th Session 14-18 September: Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 7) � 7th Session 21-22 September: IMSO Advisory Committee � 46th Session 28 September � 2 October: Consultative Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Convention 1972) and Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Protocol 1996) (LC 42/LP 15) 19-23 October: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76) � 76th Session 2-5 November: IOPC Funds 9-13 November: IMSO Assembly � 26th Session 16-20 November: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 103rd Session 7-11 December: Council � 125th Session For full details, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. 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Shipping Regulations and Guidance - Week 14 Friday 3rd April 2020
Friday 3rd April 2020
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Shipping Regulations and Guidance Week 14, 2020 � Friday 3rd April Click Here to view this email as a PDF. Forward this email to a friend Flag State Regulations and Guidance Updates UK � has released four new documents: a marine guidance notice entitled �Life-Saving Appliances; Lifeboats, Rescue Boats, Launching Appliances and Release Gear - Authorisation of Service Providers�. three marine information notes: �Coronavirus (COVID-19) - MCA approach to survey and certification of UK vessels� �Life-Saving Appliances - Recognised Distress Signals and Advertised Alternatives to Pyrotechnic Flares� �MARPOL � Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI Chapter 3 (Baltic and North Seas NOx Emission Control Areas and Bunker Delivery Note)�. Norway � has published a new circular entitled �COVID-19 - Verification of safety management systems (ISM) by means of remote audits�. Australia � has released a new marine notice entitled �Extension of standards of training certification and watchkeeping (STCW) certificates�. USA � has issued four new or updated marine safety information bulletins: �Maintaining Maritime Commerce and Identification of Essential Maritime Critical Infrastructure Workers� �COVID-19 - Guidance for Maritime Operators on Compliance with Federal Drug Testing Requirements� �COVID-19 - Vessel Inspections, Exams, and Documentation� �Novel Coronavirus - Mariner Credentials� (Updated). Liberia � has updated a marine notice entitled �Consolidated List of Fees and Charges for Official Documents and Services�, and released a new notice entitled �Long Range Identification and Tracking of Ships (LRIT)�. Marshall Islands � has released a new marine safety advisory entitled �North Atlantic Right Whale � Transport Canada Protection Measures�. Panama � has updated three circulars: �Validity of Color Copies of Original Documents� �List of Approved P&I Clubs / Insurers� �List of Approved P&I Clubs / Insurers � MLC�. Singapore � has issued two new documents: a shipping circular entitled �Guidelines on the Medical Examination of Seafarers and Seafarer�s Medical Certificate� a port marine circular entitled �Crew Change for Cargo Ships Under Special Circumstances in the Port of Singapore, to Minimise Risk of Community Spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) In Singapore�. Cyprus � has published a new circular entitled �Urgent Provisional Measures for the operation of Cyprus ships during the COVID-19 outbreak�. Recent Class Society Guidance American Bureau of Shipping � has released a news alert entitled �US Coast Guard, Paris and Tokyo MOUs issue guidance on COVID-19�. Bureau Veritas � has released two new documents: �Amendments to Part A, B, C, D and E� of the guidance document �Rules for the Classification of Naval Ships� a Class news alert entitled �Guidance on the Prevention and Control of COVID-19 on Board�. Indian Register of Shipping � has published 10 new technical circulars: �Consideration of service being provided by IRS due to outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19)� �Panama Maritime Authority Merchant Marine Notice, MMN-03/2020 Reg Coronavirus and Seafarers Employment Agreement and Certificates� �Consideration of service being provided by IRS due to outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19)� �Antigua & Barbuda Maritime Circular No. 2020-001 on Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)� �Comoros Maritime Circular Ref No. 20/01855/COM on COVID-19 � Guidance relating to the postponement /extension of statutory certification & services� �BIMO Circular Letter No. 4204/Add.6 on Preliminary list of recommendations for Governments and relevant national authorities on the facilitation of maritime trade during the COVID-19 pandemic� �Barbados Maritime Bulletin No. 323 on COVID-19 Guidance� �Panama Merchant Marine Notice No. MMN-07-2020 Reg Request for Postponement / Extension of Statutory Certification and Services due to outbreak of COVID-19� �DGS, Order No. 04 of 2020 Reg Instructions to Vessels, all major and minor ports for dealing with COVID-19 pandemic� �Bahamas Maritime Authority Technical Alert 20-03 Reg Interim Policy on Extension/ Postponement of surveys/ audits and inspections due to outbreak of COVID-19�. Lloyd�s Register � has released two Class news alerts: �Temporary guidance: Port State Control and the impact of COVID-19� �Inventory of Hazardous Materials � EU SRR compliance�. Class NK � has issued three technical news alerts: �Steel coil loading program of existing dry cargo ships to which Common Structural Rules for Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers is applied� �Information relating to COVID-19� �Sampling analysis at the commissioning tests of Ballast Water Management Systems (Panama)�. Recent P&I Club Guidance New Guidance - 'Best Management Practices (BMP) - Piracy and Armed Robbery -West Africa' IG P&I The American Club GARD Britannia P&I SKULD Japan P&I North The Standard Club UK P&I. IG P&I � has released a news alert entitled 'Preliminary list of recommendations for Governments on the facilitation of maritime trade during the COVID-19 pandemic'. The American Club � has published three news alerts: 'Piracy and Armed Robbery: Updates to Club's FAQs and General Guidance on the Use of Armed Guards' 'USCG Marine Safety Information Bulletin Regarding COVID-19: Vessel Inspections Exams and Documentation' 'COVID-19 - Working Arrangements for the Managers' Global Offices'. GARD � has released two news alerts: 'COVID-19 and force majeure clauses under English law' 'Does your organisation�s culture dictate the engagement of your seafarers?'. Britannia P&I � has issued three news alerts: 'North Atlantic Right Whale: Enhanced Measures' 'India: Shipping is an Essential Trade' 'Crew Changes Now Allowed in Singapore in Special Circumstances'. Japan P&I � has published their latest 'Recent Navigation Warnings of China Waters'. North � has issued two new documents: a circular entitled 'Preliminary List of Recommendations for Governments and Relevant National Authorities on the Facilitation of Maritime Trade During the COVID-19 Pandemic' a news alert entitled 'USA Issues Guidance on the Impact of COVID-19 on Asian Gypsy Moth Certificates'. The Standard Club � has published 11 new documents: three articles: 'Importance of navigational risk reviews' 'COVID-19: This is not a Drill!' 'Ninth Circuit decision highlights the value of medical evidence in rebutting section 20(a) presumption in aggravating injury case'. eight news alerts: 'US Coast Guard update on vessel inspections' 'Update - Indian Ports declare Force Majeure due to the COVID-19 outbreak' 'COVID-19 - IMO issues preliminary list of recommendations' 'COVID-19 - Seafarer Wellbeing' 'Indian Ports declare Force Majeure due to the COVID-19 outbreak' 'COVID-19 � Port states to show flexibility' 'COVID-19 Personal Injury Protocol' 'Use of open loop scrubber when transiting Turkish Straits'. The Swedish Club � has issued a member alert entitled 'COVID-19 port information from Correspondents'. West � has released two news alerts: 'Important U.S. Supreme Court decision on safe berth clauses' 'Coronavirus (COVID-19) FAQ's'. UK P&I � has published a news alert entitled 'Risk Awareness: Collision Claims'. Other Regulations and Guidance in the News IMO � has announced further meeting postponements in light of the ongoing COVID�19 pandemic. MCA � has released the latest 'MAIB Safety Digest'. EMSA � has published a document entitled 'Preliminary Annual Overview of Marine Casualties and Incidents 2014-2019'. OCIMF � has released the March 2020 issue of their Newsletter. Recent Accident Reports Germany � The BSU has released an accident investigation report into the grounding of the liquefied gas carrier 'Pazifik' on an underwater rock while sailing through the Selat Sape, Indonesia. It was found that the ECDIS which the crew were using for navigation did not provide sufficient information about this navigational danger, and so the crew did not consider it a threat to safe passage. Recent IMO Circulars MSC-MEPC.6/Circ.18 � 02/04/20 � NATIONAL CONTACT POINTS FOR SAFETY AND POLLUTION PREVENTION AND RESPONSE. View Circular. STCW.2/Circ.90 � 27/03/20 � INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING FOR SEAFARERS (STCW), 1978, AS AMENDED. View Circular. LC-LP.2/Circ.10 � 25/03/20 � 1996 PROTOCOL TO THE CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION OF MARINE POLLUTION BY DUMPING OF WASTES AND OTHER MATTER, 1972 2013 AMENDMENTS TO THE LONDON PROTOCOL TO REGULATE THE PLACEMENT OF MATTER FOR OCEAN FERTILIZATION AND OTHER MARINE GEOENGINEERING ACTIVITIES. View Circular. SUA.3/Circ.50 � 19/03/20 � PROTOCOL OF 2005 TO THE CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. SUA.1/Circ 94 � 16/03/20 � CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. LC-LP.1/Circ.93 � 05/03/20 � CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION OF MARINE POLLUTION BY DUMPING OF WASTES AND OTHER MATTER, 1972 AND ITS 1996 PROTOCOL JOINT WORK PROGRAMME 2020-2022. View Circular. CT/AGR2012.1/Circ.13 � 04/03/20 � CAPE TOWN AGREEMENT OF 2012 ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PROVISIONS OF THE TORREMOLINOS PROTOCOL OF 1993 RELATING TO THE TORREMOLINOS INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF FISHING VESSELS, 1977. View Circular. SUA.1/Circ.93 � 27/02/20 � CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. LC-LP.1/Circ.92 � 27/02/20 � CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION OF MARINE POLLUTION BY DUMPING OF WASTES AND OTHER MATTER, 1972 AND ITS 1996 PROTOCOL. View Circular. For all recent IMO public circulars, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. Regulations Recently Entered into Force IMO and ILO regulations that have entered into force or been amended recently include: Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code � A new Chapter 17 and amendments to Chapter 8 � effective from 01/01/20 Effective date of implementation of the fuel oil standard in regulation 14.1.3 of MARPOL ANNEX VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13� effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2 Regulation 1 and 10 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code of Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability 2008 (IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODUCode) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, SOLAS III and Certificates (Appendix) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGF Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the LSA Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, IV and Appendix, and the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (2010 FTP Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IBC Code) and amendments to the BCH Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code, amendments to the GC Code and amendments to the EGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to Part A of the International Code on Intact Stability (2008 IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (2008 SPS Code) (MSC.445(99) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code) (MSC.453(100) and MSC,464(101)) � effective from 01/01/20 For a full and detailed list of recent IMO regulations, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. A Guide to What's Happening at the IMO NOTE: All upcoming events are subject to change / review due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Please check the IMO website for updates. 30 March � 3 April: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) � 75th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 20-24 April: Facilitation Committee (FAL) � 44th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 11-12 May: IMSO Advisory Committee � 45th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 13-22 May: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 102nd Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 1-5 June: Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW) � 7th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 15-19 June: Technical Cooperation Committee (TC) � 70th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 29 June � 3 July: Council � 124th Session 20-24 July: Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III 7) � 7th Session 14-18 September: Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 7) � 7th Session 21-22 September: IMSO Advisory Committee � 46th Session 28 September � 2 October: Consultative Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Convention 1972) and Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Protocol 1996) (LC 42/LP 15) 19-23 October: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76) � 76th Session 2-5 November: IOPC Funds 9-13 November: IMSO Assembly � 26th Session 16-20 November: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 103rd Session 7-11 December: Council � 125th Session For full details, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. 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Shipping Regulations and Guidance - Week 13 Friday 27th March 2020
Friday 27th March 2020
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Shipping Regulations and Guidance Week 13, 2020 � Friday 27th March Click Here to view this email as a PDF. Forward this email to a friend Flag State Regulations and Guidance Updates UK � has released two new marine information notes: 'Navigation: Vessel Traffic Services � COVID-19 Impact and Safety Measures' 'Coronavirus (COVID-19) � UK Ship Register approach to registration services for UK Vessels'. USA � has published two new marine safety information bulletins: 'Novel Coronavirus - Mariner Credentials' 'Novel Coronavirus � Port and Facility Operations'. Marshall Islands � has released four new marine safety advisories: 'Handling the Validity of Ship Certificates Due to COVID-19' 'Temporary Alternative Inspection Protocols During COVID-19 Pandemic Response and Recovery' 'Coronavirus Disease Updates' 'Handling ISM, ISPS, and MLC, 2006 Due to the Exceptional Circumstance of COVID-19'. Panama � has released or updated 12 documents: three new marine notices: 'COVID-19 Request for Postponement- Extension of Statutory Certification & Services' 'Press Release � Security Level 2' 'Press Release COVID-19'. nine marine circulars: 'Authorized Recognized Organizations' 'Authorized service providers for maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats and rescue boats, launching appliances and release gear' 'Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006) - Authorized Recognized Organizations' 'Authorized Private Maritime Security Companies (PMSC) transiting High Risk Areas (online application)' 'Authorized Recognized Security Organizations (RSO), Reports and Fees' 'Recognized Organizations approved for the issuance of the Class Certificate' 'Recognized Organizations authorized for the issuance of the Provisional Certificate under the International Ballast Water Management Convention, 2004' 'Instructions for Payments to CSR and ISSC' 'Ballast Water Management Convention 2004, Panama Policy'. Singapore � has issued three new port marine circulars: 'Advisory for Shore Personnel and Ship Crew Visiting or Working Onboard Vessels Alongside Wharves, in Shipyards and at Anchorages' 'Extension of Precautionary Measures to Minimise Risk of Community Spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Singapore' 'Maritime Declaration of Health'. Cyprus � has released a new circular entitled 'EU Commission Interpretative Guidelines on EU passenger rights regulations in the context of the developing situation with COVID-19'. Bermuda � has issued six new documents: two guidance notices: 'Official Log Book' 'COVID-19 Continuity of Ship Certification'. four new or updated shipping notices: 'Impact of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Outbreak on Bermuda Registered Ships' 'COVID-19 � Continuity of Ship Certification' 'COVID-19 � Extension of Periodical Life Saving Appliance and Fire Extinguishing Servicing' 'Maintenance and Inspection of Fire Protection Systems, Appliances and Certain Emergency Equipment'. Recent Class Society Guidance Bureau Veritas � has published a Class news alert entitled 'China � COVID-19'. Indian Register of Shipping � has issued nine technical circulars: 'Commonwealth of Dominica � Marine Safety Circular- CD-MSC 02-20, Rev 01 Reg. Guidance to Assist with Impact of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) on Ship Operations' 'DGS, Order No. 06 of 2020 Reg Extension to the validity of periodical Surveys and Audits of Indian Registered Ships in view of COVID-19 outbreak' 'Liberia � Marine Advisory No. 07/2020 Reg. Guidance to Assist with Impact of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) on Ship Operations' 'St. Vincent and the Grenadines � Advice from the Maritime Administration on COVID-19 Pandemic' 'Marshall Islands � Marine Safety Advisory No. 11-20 on Handling ISM, ISPS, and MLC, 2006 due to the exceptional circumstances of Novel Coronavirus, COVID� 19' 'Tokyo MOU and Indian Ocean MOU Press Release on Guidance for dealing with impact of the outbreak of the COVID-19' 'IRS - Survey activity due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak' 'Malta Merchant Shipping Notice 158 Reg. Extraordinary Measures Resulting from the COVID-19 Pandemic' 'DG Shipping, India � Instructions on dealing with novel coronavirus (COVID-19) � reg'. Recent P&I Club Guidance The American Club � has published a new member alert entitled 'Guidance for the Loading of Steel Cargoes Where Third-party Surveyors Are Prevented from Attending Vessels Due to COVID-19 Restrictions: Mandarin Translations', and six new circulars: 'Guidance for the Loading of Steel Cargoes Where Third-party Surveyors Are Prevented from Attending Vessels Due to COVID-19 Restrictions (Traditional Mandarin Translation)' 'Guidance for the Loading of Steel Cargoes Where Third-party Surveyors Are Prevented from Attending Vessels Due to COVID-19 Restrictions (New Mandarin Translation)' 'Guidance for the Loading of Steel Cargoes Where Third-party Surveyors Are Prevented from Attending Vessels Due to COVID-19 Restrictions' 'American Club Publication: Cyber Awareness' 'Pre-employment Medical Examinations (PEME) and COVID-19' 'Condition Survey Requirement for Tankers Carrying Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO) as Cargo'. GARD � has released an alert entitled 'The importance of a good safety culture'. Britannia P&I � has issued two news alerts: 'China: Solutions to Address the Carriage of Non-Compliant Fuel Oil on Board' 'Britannia P&I Training Week: Monday 7 to Friday 11 September 2020 (New Proposed Date)'. Japan P&I � has published two news alerts: 'Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) � Some Key Charterparty Issues' 'Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) � Restriction on entering or transiting through Singapore'. North � has updated two news articles: 'COVID-19: Coronavirus Outbreak � Impact on Shipping' 'COVID-19: Advice on Coronavirus for Ships'. The Shipowners' Club � has released two news articles: 'Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)' 'Coronavirus: Challenges in meeting operational and regulatory requirements'. The Standard Club � has published 14 new documents: a press article entitled 'Tensions in the Persian Gulf increases delay exposure for shipowners'. two circulars: 'Regulations of the People's Republic of China on the prevention and control of marine pollution from ships' 'War Risks Class circular - Additional Premium Areas' 11 news alerts: 'Update on piracy and armed robbery in Asia' 'COVID-19 - stricter restrictions' 'UAE Ports Update' 'Updated COVID-19 related US port restrictions' 'US Jones Act and LHWCA claims in view of the COVID-19 pandemic' 'COVID-19 - the club's offices' 'Correspondents and COVID-19' 'Standard Club is the proud Health and Wellbeing sponsor of The Sea newspaper' 'COVID-19 related US port restrictions' 'Stevedore strike at Setubal and Lisboa ports' 'COVID-19 update � over 200,000 confirmed cases and 8650 deaths'. The Swedish Club � has issued two member alerts: 'Contact correspondents by mobile phone' 'Coronavirus - Canada allows crew changes'. West � has released a news alert entitled 'Extension of Precautionary Measures to Minimise Risk of Community Spread of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) in Singapore'. UK P&I � has published a news alert entitled 'Club update on crew medical validity', and a checklist entitled 'Risk Awareness: Bulk Carriers, General Carriers & Reefers'. Other Regulations and Guidance in the News ICS and IAPH � have published a 'joint call for the G20 to support the maritime sector and global supply chains'. OCIMF � has released an article entitled 'The availability and use of SIRE/OVID Inspection Reports'. BIMCO � has released a guidance article on COVID-19 for shipping companies. GARD � has published three Insight articles: 'Fishery claims in South Korean waters' 'A survival guide to working from home in times of pandemic' 'Lay-up and re-activation revisited'. Recent Accident Reports Malta � The MSIU has released two accident investigation reports: A crew member was seriously injured while opening the engine room hatchway of the container ship 'Vermont Trader' while at anchor at the Southeast Lamma anchorage in Hong Kong. The crew member had been standing on the hatch cover's counterweight to assist with opening it when he slipped and his leg was trapped. It was found that although the hatch cover could theoretically be lifted by one person alone, in practice this was impractical, however the approach that was taken was unsafe. The LNG carrier 'Aseem' and the VLCC 'Shinyo Ocean' collided within the passage channel of the Fujairah Offshore Anchorage Area, UAE. The vessels had mutually agreed a course of action over the VHF radio, however shortly afterward a third vessel unexpectedly passed close to the 'Shinyo Ocean', causing that vessel to alter course from the one agreed with the 'Aseem'. It was found that the two vessels continued to communicate over the VHF radio even after a close-quarter situation developed, rather than taking corrective action to avoid the collision. Recent IMO Circulars LC-LP.2/Circ.10 � 25/03/20 � 1996 PROTOCOL TO THE CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION OF MARINE POLLUTION BY DUMPING OF WASTES AND OTHER MATTER, 1972 2013 AMENDMENTS TO THE LONDON PROTOCOL TO REGULATE THE PLACEMENT OF MATTER FOR OCEAN FERTILIZATION AND OTHER MARINE GEOENGINEERING ACTIVITIES. View Circular. SUA.3/Circ.50 � 19/03/20 � PROTOCOL OF 2005 TO THE CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. SUA.1/Circ 94 � 16/03/20 � CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. LC-LP.1/Circ.93 � 05/03/20 � CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION OF MARINE POLLUTION BY DUMPING OF WASTES AND OTHER MATTER, 1972 AND ITS 1996 PROTOCOL JOINT WORK PROGRAMME 2020-2022. View Circular. CT/AGR2012.1/Circ.13 � 04/03/20 � CAPE TOWN AGREEMENT OF 2012 ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PROVISIONS OF THE TORREMOLINOS PROTOCOL OF 1993 RELATING TO THE TORREMOLINOS INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF FISHING VESSELS, 1977. View Circular. SUA.1/Circ.93 � 27/02/20 � CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. LC-LP.1/Circ.92 � 27/02/20 � CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION OF MARINE POLLUTION BY DUMPING OF WASTES AND OTHER MATTER, 1972 AND ITS 1996 PROTOCOL. View Circular. COMSAR.1/Circ.59 � 25/02/20 � INTERIM GUIDANCE FOR SEARCH AND RESCUE SERVICES REGARDING IMPLEMENTATION OF AUTONOMOUS DISTRESS TRACKING (ADT) OF AIRCRAFT IN FLIGHT. View Circular. PSLS.6/Circ.86 � 13/02/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1988 RELATING TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA, 1974. View Circular. For all recent IMO public circulars, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. Regulations Recently Entered into Force IMO and ILO regulations that have entered into force or been amended recently include: Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code � A new Chapter 17 and amendments to Chapter 8 � effective from 01/01/20 Effective date of implementation of the fuel oil standard in regulation 14.1.3 of MARPOL ANNEX VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13� effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2 Regulation 1 and 10 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code of Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability 2008 (IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODUCode) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, SOLAS III and Certificates (Appendix) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGF Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the LSA Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, IV and Appendix, and the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (2010 FTP Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IBC Code) and amendments to the BCH Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code, amendments to the GC Code and amendments to the EGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to Part A of the International Code on Intact Stability (2008 IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (2008 SPS Code) (MSC.445(99) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code) (MSC.453(100) and MSC,464(101)) � effective from 01/01/20 For a full and detailed list of recent IMO regulations, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. A Guide to What's Happening at the IMO NOTE: All upcoming events are subject to change / review due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Please check the IMO website for updates. 30 March � 3 April: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) � 75th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 20-24 April: Facilitation Committee (FAL) � 44th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 11-12 May: IMSO Advisory Committee � 45th Session 13-22 May: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 102nd Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 1-5 June: Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW) � 7th Session 15-19 June: Technical Cooperation Committee (TC) � 70th Session 29 June � 3 July: Council � 124th Session 20-24 July: Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III 7) � 7th Session 14-18 September: Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 7) � 7th Session 21-22 September: IMSO Advisory Committee � 46th Session 28 September � 2 October: Consultative Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Convention 1972) and Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Protocol 1996) (LC 42/LP 15) 19-23 October: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76) � 76th Session 2-5 November: IOPC Funds 9-13 November: IMSO Assembly � 26th Session 16-20 November: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 103rd Session 7-11 December: Council � 125th Session For full details, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. 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Shipping Regulations and Guidance - Week 12 Friday 20th March 2020
Friday 20th March 2020
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Shipping Regulations and Guidance Week 12, 2020 � Friday 20th March Click Here to view this email as a PDF. Forward this email to a friend Flag State Regulations and Guidance Updates UK � has released two new marine information notes: 'Guidance and Information To Follow In The Event of COVID-19 Outbreak Impacting UK Seafarer Services' 'Coronavirus (COVID-19) - MCA approach to survey and certification of UK vessels'. Norway � has issued a new circular entitled 'COVID-19 - Extension of certificates and vessel instructions'. USA � has published a new marine safety information bulletin entitled 'Vessel Reporting Requirements for Illness or Death'. Liberia � has released two new marine advisory notes: 'Precautions when Navigating Waters in and around Ningbo-Zhoushan, China' 'Implementation of IMO Circular Letter No.4204/Add.1: COVID-19 � Implementation and enforcement of relevant IMO instruments'. Marshall Islands � has released three documents: a new marine notice entitled 'Inventory of Hazardous Materials Experts', an updated marine notice entitled 'Fees for Official Documents and Services'. a new marine safety advisory entitled 'Brazil to Require ISM Code Certification For MOUs And Fixed Platforms'. Panama � has updated a marine notice entitled 'Coronavirus and Seafarers employment agreement and Certificates'. Isle of Man � has released a new technical advisory notice entitled 'COVID-19 Advice to Ship Operators'. Singapore � has updated two port marine circulars: 'Maritime Declaration of Health' 'Extension of Precautionary Measures to Minimise Risk of Community Spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Singapore'. Cyprus � has issued a new circular entitled 'Special arrangements by the Shipping Deputy Ministry for the provision of services during the COVID-19 outbreak'. Malta � has released two new documents: a merchant shipping notice entitled 'Extraordinary Measures Resulting from the COVID-19 Pandemic' a technical notice entitled 'Periodic Servicing of Lifeboats, Liferafts and Rescue Boats, Launching Appliances and Release Gear'. Bermuda � has issued a new guidance notice entitled 'COVID-19 Extension of Periodical Life Saving Appliance and Fixed Fire Extinguishing Servicing'. Recent Class Society Guidance China Classification Society � has issued a new guidance document entitled 'Guidelines for Surveys of Pure Battery Powered Ships'. DNV GL � has released a news alert entitled 'EU Ship Recycling Regulation � further clarifications on IHM'. Indian Register of Shipping � has issued two new technical circulars: 'Panama Maritime Authority Merchant Marine Notice, MMN-03/2020 Reg Coronavirus and Seafarers Employment Agreement and Certificates' 'IMO Circular Letter Reg Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Guidance'. Recent P&I Club Guidance The American Club � has published four new member alerts: 'COVID-19 Global Port Restrictions Map' 'USCG Updated Guidance Regarding COVID-19 and Vessel Reporting Requirements for Illness Or Death' 'COVID-19 - New Working Arrangements for Managers' Global Offices' 'COVID-19 � Developments in SCB's New York Office'. GARD � has released two news alerts: 'Steady on the stairs!' 'Managing COVID-19 cases onboard'. Britannia P&I � has released two news alerts: 'Singapore: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Update' 'India: COVID 19 � Entry Restrictions and Quarantine Procedures'. North � has issued three documents: a new circular entitled 'Business Continuity Planning - Coronavirus' a news alert entitled 'Bunker Fuel � Not a Virus' an updated news alert entitled 'COVID-19: Coronavirus Outbreak � Impact on Shipping *Update*'. The Shipowners' Club � has released a news alert entitled 'Coronavirus -London branch temporary closure'. The Standard Club � has published eight news alerts: 'Update on impact of COVID-19 outbreak in Panama' 'New annexes broaden scope of BIMCO Supplytime 2017' 'UK Government issues COVID-19 Shipping and Sea Ports Guidance' 'Australian Prime Minister announces enhanced border arrangements' 'COVID-19 - the club's offices' 'Europe COVID-19 cases continue to rise' 'CMF/EUNAVFOR Industry Releasable Threat Bulletin 18' 'COVID-19 � WHO categorizes COVID-19 as a pandemic'. Steamship Mutual � has issued a club circular entitled 'Coronavirus (COVID-19) � SIMSL Offices: Working Remotely'. The Swedish Club � has released four member alerts: 'Focus: Main engine damage' 'Sign up for TELP - Trade Enabling Loss Prevention' 'Coronavirus (COVID-19) - News and updates' West � has issued two news alerts: 'Response to the ongoing COVID-19 (Coronavirus) situation' 'Venezuelan Sanctions - designation of Rosneft Trading S.A. - Update - TTI'. Other Regulations and Guidance in the News EMSA � has released the March 2020 issue of their Newsletter. IMO � has published a new video on the process of biofouling. BIMCO � has, in light of the current crisis, made all of the COVID-19 related content on their website freely available for access. INTERTANKO � has issued a press release on the impact of COVID-19 on the tanker industry. Recent Accident Reports UK � The MAIB has released an accident investigation report into a collision between the container vessel 'ANL Wyong' and the gas carrier 'King Arthur' in the approaches to Algeciras, Spain. It was found that the Master of the 'King Arthur' had thought, based on AIS information, that the 'ANL Wyong' was under way when in fact the vessel was stationary. This led to an alteration of course which was intended to pass astern, but instead resulted in a risk of collision. Further, neither bridge team recognized the risk until it was too late. Germany � The BSU has released an accident investigation report into the allision of the container ship 'Akacia' with a lock gate on the Kiel Canal in Kiel-Holtenau. It was found that the vessel's propeller blades and CPP system had been previously damaged in an unidentified event. This damage resulted in the valve needed to adjust the pitch of the propeller blades becoming blocked, which caused the vessel to increase speed in an uncontrollable manner. Malta � The MSIU has released two accident investigation reports: A crew member was seriously injured while securing containers on the cross deck of the multipurpose dry cargo vessel 'Boston Trader'. The lower end of a long lashing bar had fallen onto his right foot, cutting through his safety shoes. It was found that the task may not have been risk assessed correctly, as some of the control measures were not in place at the time of the accident. The bulk carrier 'Leopold LD' experienced a failure of both their auxiliary engines and the vessel's emergency generator. It was found that, among other issues, the fuel oil compensation damping tank was inadequately charged, and the crew were neither familiar nor aware of how to correctly operate this tank. Bahamas � The BMA has released an accident investigation report into the explosion of one of the auxiliary boilers on board the drill ship 'Norbe VIII' which resulted in the death of three crew members. It was found that the boiler's pressure safety valves had been incorrectly adjusted by service engineers who were not appropriately qualified to conduct the servicing operation, and the vessel's management had not provided sufficient oversight of the operation. Recent IMO Circulars SUA.3/Circ.50 � 19/03/20 � PROTOCOL OF 2005 TO THE CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. SUA.1/Circ 94 � 16/03/20 � CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. LC-LP.1/Circ.93 � 05/03/20 � CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION OF MARINE POLLUTION BY DUMPING OF WASTES AND OTHER MATTER, 1972 AND ITS 1996 PROTOCOL JOINT WORK PROGRAMME 2020-2022. View Circular. CT/AGR2012.1/Circ.13 � 04/03/20 � CAPE TOWN AGREEMENT OF 2012 ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PROVISIONS OF THE TORREMOLINOS PROTOCOL OF 1993 RELATING TO THE TORREMOLINOS INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF FISHING VESSELS, 1977. View Circular. SUA.1/Circ.93 � 27/02/20 � CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. LC-LP.1/Circ.92 � 27/02/20 � CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION OF MARINE POLLUTION BY DUMPING OF WASTES AND OTHER MATTER, 1972 AND ITS 1996 PROTOCOL. View Circular. COMSAR.1/Circ.59 � 25/02/20 � INTERIM GUIDANCE FOR SEARCH AND RESCUE SERVICES REGARDING IMPLEMENTATION OF AUTONOMOUS DISTRESS TRACKING (ADT) OF AIRCRAFT IN FLIGHT. View Circular. PSLS.6/Circ.86 � 13/02/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1988 RELATING TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA, 1974. View Circular. LLMC.1/CIRC.62 � 13/02/20 � CONVENTION ON LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR MARITIME CLAIMS, 1976. View Circular. For all recent IMO public circulars, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. Regulations Recently Entered into Force IMO and ILO regulations that have entered into force or been amended recently include: Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code � A new Chapter 17 and amendments to Chapter 8 � effective from 01/01/20 Effective date of implementation of the fuel oil standard in regulation 14.1.3 of MARPOL ANNEX VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13� effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2 Regulation 1 and 10 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code of Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability 2008 (IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODUCode) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, SOLAS III and Certificates (Appendix) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGF Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the LSA Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, IV and Appendix, and the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (2010 FTP Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IBC Code) and amendments to the BCH Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code, amendments to the GC Code and amendments to the EGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to Part A of the International Code on Intact Stability (2008 IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (2008 SPS Code) (MSC.445(99) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code) (MSC.453(100) and MSC,464(101)) � effective from 01/01/20 For a full and detailed list of recent IMO regulations, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. A Guide to What's Happening at the IMO NOTE: All upcoming events are subject to change / review due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Please check the IMO website for updates. 16-20 March: Legal Committee (LEG) � 107th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 30 March � 3 April: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) � 75th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 20-24 April: Facilitation Committee (FAL) � 44th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 11-12 May: IMSO Advisory Committee � 45th Session 13-22 May: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 102nd Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 1-5 June: Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW) � 7th Session 15-19 June: Technical Cooperation Committee (TC) � 70th Session 29 June � 3 July: Council � 124th Session 20-24 July: Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III 7) � 7th Session 14-18 September: Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 7) � 7th Session 21-22 September: IMSO Advisory Committee � 46th Session 28 September � 2 October: Consultative Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Convention 1972) and Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Protocol 1996) (LC 42/LP 15) 19-23 October: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76) � 76th Session 2-5 November: IOPC Funds 9-13 November: IMSO Assembly � 26th Session 16-20 November: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 103rd Session 7-11 December: Council � 125th Session For full details, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. 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Shipping Regulations and Guidance - Week 11 Friday 13th March 2020
Friday 13th March 2020
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Shipping Regulations and Guidance Week 11, 2020 � Friday 13th March Click Here to view this email as a PDF. Forward this email to a friend Flag State Regulations and Guidance Updates Norway � has released a new circular entitled 'Deck lights'. US � has issued three new marine safety information bulletins: 'Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) � Reader Requirements; Delay of Effective Date' 'Impact of the EU Ship Recycling Regulation on U.S. flagged ships' 'Novel Coronavirus Update -Change 1'. Liberia � has released three new marine advisory notes: 'Coronavirus (COVID-19) Guidance � Extended application' 'India Bans Plastic on Ships Update (Addendum No. 1)' 'Considerations for Managing Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases/Outbreak on Board Ships'. Marshall Islands � has released a new marine safety alert entitled 'Coronavirus Disease Precautions'. Panama � has updated four circulars: 'Administrative Fee imposed by the Republic of Panama for each statutory certificates and approvals issued by Class Societies and Recognized Organizations duly authorized by the Panama Maritime Authority' 'Control of the Issuance of Statutory Certificates' 'Optional and Voluntary System for Electronic Books or Electronic Record Books on board Panamanian Flagged Vessels' 'Mandatory Implementation of the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code'. Hong Kong � has released two new merchant shipping information notes: 'Quality Assurance for Hong Kong Registered Ships' 'Approved Onboard Training Programme and Approved Training Record Books for Officer Cadets'. Cyprus � has issued a new circular entitled 'Coronavirus Disease �COVID-19� � Updates on precautions to be taken to minimise risks to seafarers, passengers and others on board ships'. Recent Class Society Guidance American Bureau of Shipping � has updated their guidance document 'Guide for Dynamic Positioning Systems'. China Classification Society � has issued two new guidance documents: 'Rules for Classification of Sea-Going Steel Ships 2020 RCN No.1' 'Guidelines for the Implementation of Continuous Machinery Survey (CMS)'. DNV GL � has released a news article entitled 'IMO Sub-Committee on Ship Systems and Equipment'. Lloyd's Register � has issued a Class news alert entitled 'IMO DCS and EU MRV � Deadline approaching for annual submission of fuel oil consumption data'. Recent P&I Club Guidance The American Club � has published four new alerts: 'United States Coast Guard Updated Guidance Regarding COVID-19' 'American Pilots' Association Request - Dangerous Trapdoors' 'Outbreak of the COVID-19 Virus-Managers Shanghai and Hong Kong Offices' 'International Chamber of Shipping and World Health Organization Guidance on COVID-19'. GARD � has released an alert entitled 'Safety management systems require support from top management'. SKULD � has issued a new article entitled 'Channel closures'. Britannia P&I � has released three news alerts: 'Coronavirus (COVID-19) � Britannia Offices: Working Remotely' 'International Group: Video Launched to Explain the IG Pool and Reinsurance Arrangements' 'Turkey: Declaration of Bunkerquantity'. Japan P&I Club � has published a news alert entitled 'China -Fujian MSA issued New Edition of �Implementing Regulations for Safety Supervision and Management of Vessel Traffic Service� and �Service Guide for VTS�'. North � has updated two ongoing news alerts: 'No Scrubs: More Ports Declare Ban on EGCS Discharges *Update*' 'COVID-19: Coronavirus Outbreak � Impact on Shipping *Update*'. The Standard Club � has released a press article entitled 'Misdeclared cargoes and the booking process', and five news alerts: 'Supply of low sulphur bunkers and discharge of scrubber wash-water in Brazil' 'COVID-19 - the club's offices' 'COVID-19 - Spread to 87 countries' 'COVID-19 � Turkish ports quarantine ships from 'contaminated countries' for 14 days prior to berthing' 'Disruption expected at Takoradi port during dredging works for port expansion'. The Swedish Club � has issued a news alert entitled 'The Mississippi River � anchoring issues'. West � has released a news alert entitled 'Asian Gypsy Moth 2020 (Annual Update)'. UK P&I � has released a news alert entitled 'Mawani: Precautions and protections to prevent the outbreak of the Coronavirus, COVID-19'. Other Regulations and Guidance in the News IMO � has released a press briefing announcing the postponement of a number of meetings following the global COVID-19 outbreak. ICS � has published new guidance for the shipping industry to help combat the spread of COVID-19. GARD � issued two new insight articles: ''Cold straightening' of bent shafts may save time and money' 'An electronic glitch can lead to large claims'. MAIB � has released a Safety Bulletin 'highlighting a potentially serious hazard associated with condensed aerosol firefighting suppressant particles after the fatal accident on fishing vessel 'Resurgam''. Recent Accident Reports Malta � The MSIU has released an accident investigation report into the inadvertent release of a lifeboat during an abandon ship drill on board the oil / chemical tanker 'Giovanni DP', which resulted in serious injury to a crew member. The main cause of the incident was found to be the failure of the maintenance chain. Also contributing was the fact that the safety bolt was removed from the maintenance position during the drill. Denmark � The Dutch Safety Board has released an accident investigation report into the allision of the chemical and oil tanker 'Bow Jubail' with a jetty in the port of Rotterdam which resulted in a fuel oil spill. It was found that the allision was caused by an 'incorrect assessment of the rudder position following an incorrect steering command from the Master'. The fuel tank in question had only a single wall, so it was vulnerable to the damage. Recent IMO Circulars LC-LP.1/Circ.93 � 05/03/20 � CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION OF MARINE POLLUTION BY DUMPING OF WASTES AND OTHER MATTER, 1972 AND ITS 1996 PROTOCOL JOINT WORK PROGRAMME 2020-2022. View Circular. CT/AGR2012.1/Circ.13 � 04/03/20 � CAPE TOWN AGREEMENT OF 2012 ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PROVISIONS OF THE TORREMOLINOS PROTOCOL OF 1993 RELATING TO THE TORREMOLINOS INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF FISHING VESSELS, 1977. View Circular. SUA.1/Circ.93 � 27/02/20 � CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. LC-LP.1/Circ.92 � 27/02/20 � CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION OF MARINE POLLUTION BY DUMPING OF WASTES AND OTHER MATTER, 1972 AND ITS 1996 PROTOCOL. View Circular. COMSAR.1/Circ.59 � 25/02/20 � INTERIM GUIDANCE FOR SEARCH AND RESCUE SERVICES REGARDING IMPLEMENTATION OF AUTONOMOUS DISTRESS TRACKING (ADT) OF AIRCRAFT IN FLIGHT. View Circular. PSLS.6/Circ.86 � 13/02/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1988 RELATING TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA, 1974. View Circular. LLMC.1/CIRC.62 � 13/02/20 � CONVENTION ON LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR MARITIME CLAIMS, 1976. View Circular. III.3/Circ.7 � 30/01/20 � CASUALTY ANALYSIS AND STATISTICS. View Circular. SUA.1/Circ.92 � 30/01/20 � CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. LLMC.1/Circ.61 � 30/01/20 � CONVENTION ON LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR MARITIME CLAIMS, 1976. View Circular. SUA.4/Circ.42 � 24/01/20 � PROTOCOL OF 2005 TO THE PROTOCOL FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF FIXED PLATFORMS LOCATED ON THE CONTINENTAL SHELF. View Circular. For all recent IMO public circulars, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. Regulations Recently Entered into Force IMO and ILO regulations that have entered into force or been amended recently include: Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code � A new Chapter 17 and amendments to Chapter 8 � effective from 01/01/20 Effective date of implementation of the fuel oil standard in regulation 14.1.3 of MARPOL ANNEX VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13� effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2 Regulation 1 and 10 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code of Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability 2008 (IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODUCode) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, SOLAS III and Certificates (Appendix) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGF Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the LSA Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, IV and Appendix, and the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (2010 FTP Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IBC Code) and amendments to the BCH Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code, amendments to the GC Code and amendments to the EGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to Part A of the International Code on Intact Stability (2008 IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (2008 SPS Code) (MSC.445(99) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code) (MSC.453(100) and MSC,464(101)) � effective from 01/01/20 For a full and detailed list of recent IMO regulations, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. A Guide to What's Happening at the IMO NOTE: All upcoming events are subject to change / review due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Please check the IMO website for updates. 16-20 March: Legal Committee (LEG) � 107th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 30 March � 3 April: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) � 75th Session � POSTPONED � Please see the IMO's website for more information. 20-24 April: Facilitation Committee (FAL) � 44th Session 11-12 May: IMSO Advisory Committee � 45th Session 13-22 May: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 102nd Session 1-5 June: Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW) � 7th Session 15-19 June: Technical Cooperation Committee (TC) � 70th Session 29 June � 3 July: Council � 124th Session 20-24 July: Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III 7) � 7th Session 14-18 September: Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 7) � 7th Session 21-22 September: IMSO Advisory Committee � 46th Session 28 September � 2 October: Consultative Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Convention 1972) and Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Protocol 1996) (LC 42/LP 15) 19-23 October: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76) � 76th Session 2-5 November: IOPC Funds 9-13 November: IMSO Assembly � 26th Session 16-20 November: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 103rd Session 7-11 December: Council � 125th Session For full details, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. 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Shipping Regulations and Guidance - Week 10 Friday 6th March 2020
Friday 6th March 2020
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Shipping Regulations and Guidance Week 10, 2020 � Friday 6th March Click Here to view this email as a PDF. 28th October 2020 � An important date for ballast water management Witherby Publishing Group has produced a guidance article for subscribers to Shipping Regulations and Guidance. The article highlights the 28th October 2020 deadline for installation of BWMS approved under the BWMS Code or revised 2016 Guidelines. View Article Flag State Regulations and Guidance Updates Australia � has updated two marine orders: 'Certificates of Operation and Operation Requirements - National Law' 'Marine pollution prevention � air pollution'. Marshall Islands � has updated two marine notices: 'International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters (Polar Code)' 'International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code'. Panama � has updated three circulars: 'Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006), Certification Process - MLC, 2006' 'Mobile Offshore Drilling Units and Mobile Offshore Units - High Speed Craft' 'Control of the Fuel�s Quality Guidelines'. Singapore � has released two new documents: a shipping circular entitled 'Long Range Identification and Tracking (LRIT) Conformance Testing and Certification' a port marine circular entitled 'Maritime Declaration of Health'. Hong Kong � has published a new merchant shipping information note entitled 'Operational considerations for managing Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases/outbreak on board ships'. Bermuda � has released a new guidance note entitled 'Impact of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Outbreak on Bermuda Registered Ships'. Recent Class Society Guidance China Classification Society � has released two new guidance documents: 'Guidelines on Maritime Cyber Risk Assessment and Cyber Safety Management System 2019' 'Guidelines for Requirement and Security Assessment of Ship Cyber System 2020'. Indian Register of Shipping � has issued two new technical circulars: 'IMO Circular Letter Reg Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV)' 'Guidance on Fixed Gas Detection System for Liquified Gas Carriers'. Lloyd's Register � has published a news alert entitled 'Guidance: Survey activity during the Coronavirus outbreak'. Class NK � has issued a technical news alert entitled 'Type Approval by the Japanese Government for the exhaust gas monitoring systems and discharge water monitoring systems of Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems installed on Japanese-flagged ships'. Recent P&I Club Guidance Regulations of the People�s Republic of China on the Prevention and Control of Marine Pollution from Ships (Update) The American Club GARD Britannia P&I Japan P&I North Steamship Mutual UK P&I The American Club � has released two new alerts: 'INTERTANKO Voyage and Time Charterparty Clauses and Explanatory Notes for COVID-19' 'COVID-19 Guidance Now in Traditional and Simplified Mandarin'. GARD � has released an alert entitled 'There are downsides to making decisions in isolation'. Britannia P&I � has issued three news alerts: 'Singapore: Impact of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Outbreak on Singapore Registered Ships - Update' 'Coronavirus (COVID-19) � Britannia Offices: Working Remotely' 'Pollution of Marine Environment in Greece'. Japan P&I Club � has released their latest 'Recent Navigation Warnings of China Waters'. North � has issued three news alerts: 'No Scrubs: More Ports Declare Ban on EGCS Discharges *Update* ' 'COVID-19: Coronavirus Outbreak � Impact on Shipping *Update* ' 'COVID-19: Advice on Coronavirus for Ships *Update*''. The Shipowners' Club � has published two news articles: 'Legal Costs Cover and IMO 2020' 'Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)'. The Standard Club � has released seven news alerts: 'Singapore MPA extends its precautionary measures' 'WHO raises COVID-19 threat assessment to its highest level' 'South Africa's approach to IMO Sulphur Cap 2020' 'COVID-19 cases reported in five new member states' 'Coronavirus - the club's offices' 'Crew mental and physical wellbeing during extensive delays' 'COVID-19 detection measures are expected to tighten in Greek ports'. The Swedish Club � has issued four new member alerts: 'Contact incidents - causes and cases' 'Coronavirus � legal guidance for Members' 'Coronavirus - overview and shipping guidance for Members' 'MSS Case March: Unfinished arrival checklist led to severe damage'. West � has released four news alerts: 'The EU F-gas Regulation and what it means for the maritime industry' 'Fixed Continues Stable Premium and Tonnage Growth' 'Port State Control to Clampdown on Non-compliant Fuels' 'Coronavirus - Hong Kong Office Closure'. UK P&I � has published the winter edition of their bi-annual newsletter 'Bodily Injury News'. Other Regulations and Guidance in the News IMO � has released a press briefing entitled 'IMO 2020 sulphur limit implementation � carriage ban enters into force'. Wilhelmsen � have made available a live world map reference showing locations with port restrictions due to the Coronavirus. OCIMF � has released the February 2020 issue of their Newsletter. UK Chamber of Shipping � has launched a competition 'to find new ideas that could help make the shipping industry greener, cleaner, more sustainable and get to net zero Shipping by 2050'. BIMCO � has issued the March 2020 issue of their 'Bulletin' magazine. Recent Accident Reports Denmark � The DMAIB has recently released an accident investigation report into an occupational accident in which one crew member aboard the general cargo ship 'Hav Streym' was severely injured. In the course of moving a travelling gantry carrying an excavator, the crew member was trapped between a guardrail and the gantry. It was found that there was no visibility from the excavator cab (from which the gantry was operated) to the main deck, and the driver could not see any persons on the deck. Furthermore, the lighting conditions meant that the crew member on the deck could not visually identify the location of the gantry. Recent IMO Circulars LC-LP.1/Circ.93 � 05/03/20 � CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION OF MARINE POLLUTION BY DUMPING OF WASTES AND OTHER MATTER, 1972 AND ITS 1996 PROTOCOL JOINT WORK PROGRAMME 2020-2022. View Circular. CT/AGR2012.1/Circ.13 � 04/03/20 � CAPE TOWN AGREEMENT OF 2012 ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PROVISIONS OF THE TORREMOLINOS PROTOCOL OF 1993 RELATING TO THE TORREMOLINOS INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF FISHING VESSELS, 1977. View Circular. SUA.1/Circ.93 � 27/02/20 � CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. LC-LP.1/Circ.92 � 27/02/20 � CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION OF MARINE POLLUTION BY DUMPING OF WASTES AND OTHER MATTER, 1972 AND ITS 1996 PROTOCOL. View Circular. COMSAR.1/Circ.59 � 25/02/20 � INTERIM GUIDANCE FOR SEARCH AND RESCUE SERVICES REGARDING IMPLEMENTATION OF AUTONOMOUS DISTRESS TRACKING (ADT) OF AIRCRAFT IN FLIGHT. View Circular. PSLS.6/Circ.86 � 13/02/20 � PROTOCOL OF 1988 RELATING TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA, 1974. View Circular. LLMC.1/CIRC.62 � 13/02/20 � CONVENTION ON LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR MARITIME CLAIMS, 1976. View Circular. III.3/Circ.7 � 30/01/20 � CASUALTY ANALYSIS AND STATISTICS. View Circular. SUA.1/Circ.92 � 30/01/20 � CONVENTION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF MARITIME NAVIGATION. View Circular. LLMC.1/Circ.61 � 30/01/20 � CONVENTION ON LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR MARITIME CLAIMS, 1976. View Circular. SUA.4/Circ.42 � 24/01/20 � PROTOCOL OF 2005 TO THE PROTOCOL FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF UNLAWFUL ACTS AGAINST THE SAFETY OF FIXED PLATFORMS LOCATED ON THE CONTINENTAL SHELF. View Circular. For all recent IMO public circulars, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. Regulations Recently Entered into Force IMO and ILO regulations that have entered into force or been amended recently include: Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code � A new Chapter 17 and amendments to Chapter 8 � effective from 01/01/20 Effective date of implementation of the fuel oil standard in regulation 14.1.3 of MARPOL ANNEX VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2/13� effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-2 Regulation 1 and 10 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1 � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code of Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability 2008 (IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODUCode) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, SOLAS III and Certificates (Appendix) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGF Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the LSA Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to SOLAS II-1, IV and Appendix, and the HSC Codes � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (2010 FTP Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IBC Code) and amendments to the BCH Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the IGC Code, amendments to the GC Code and amendments to the EGC Code � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to Part A of the International Code on Intact Stability (2008 IS Code) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (2008 SPS Code) (MSC.445(99) � effective from 01/01/20 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships (SPS Code) (MSC.453(100) and MSC,464(101)) � effective from 01/01/20 For a full and detailed list of recent IMO regulations, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. A Guide to What's Happening at the IMO 2-6 March: Sub-Committee on Ship Systems and Equipment (SSE) � 7th Session 11-13 March: IOPC Funds 16-20 March: Legal Committee (LEG) � 107th Session 30 March � 3 April: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) � 75th Session 20-24 April: Facilitation Committee (FAL) � 44th Session 11-12 May: IMSO Advisory Committee � 45th Session 13-22 May: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 102nd Session 1-5 June: Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW) � 7th Session 15-19 June: Technical Cooperation Committee (TC) � 70th Session 29 June � 3 July: Council � 124th Session 20-24 July: Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III 7) � 7th Session 14-18 September: Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 7) � 7th Session 21-22 September: IMSO Advisory Committee � 46th Session 28 September � 2 October: Consultative Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Convention 1972) and Meetings of Contracting Parties (London Protocol 1996) (LC 42/LP 15) 19-23 October: Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76) � 76th Session 2-5 November: IOPC Funds 9-13 November: IMSO Assembly � 26th Session 16-20 November: Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) � 103rd Session 7-11 December: Council � 125th Session For full details, visit Shipping Regulations & Guidance. 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