AUTOSHIPMAN now available

Published: 17 December 2024

BIMCO has released the AUTOSHIPMAN agreement for SmartCon subscribers in digital format. This agreement offers a standard contract for third-party managers of remotely controlled or fully autonomous ships, which are increasingly used in inland waterways and coastal trades.

The sector is expanding, with companies providing remote control management services globally. AUTOSHIPMAN, based on the SHIPMAN 2024 agreement, sets the framework for commercial services and responsibilities, allowing ships to switch operational modes during voyages. This flexibility is crucial to meet legal requirements when entering territorial waters or ports.

AUTOSHIPMAN marks BIMCO’s entry into remotely controlled and potentially fully autonomous ship operations, developed with input from legal, insurance experts, and remote operation companies worldwide.

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