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MLC Clause for SHIPMAN 2009

For the purposes of this Clause: “MLC” means the International Labour Organization (ILO) Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006) and any amendment thereto or substitution thereof. “Shipowner” shall mean the party named as “shipowner” on the Maritime Labour Certificate for the Vessel. ... Please follow the link to continue reading.

MLC Clause for CREWMAN A 2009 / CREWMAN B 2009

For the purposes of this Clause: “MLC” means the International Labour Organization (ILO) Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006) and any amendment thereto or substitution thereof. “Shipowner” shall mean the party named as “shipowner” on the Maritime Labour Certificate for the Vessel. ... Please follow the link to continue reading.

BIMCO issues new Shipmanagers’ Letter of Undertaking

A new “Shipmanagers’ Letter of Undertaking” (LoU) is now available on the BIMCO website, together with Explanatory Notes. The LoU sets out shipmanagers’ obligations to lenders financing owners’ purchase of a managed vessel.

2023 IMO Biofouling Guidelines Published

During its 80th session, the IMO's Marine Environmental Protection Committee introduced updated guidelines for the control and management of ships' biofouling, aimed at minimising the spread of invasive aquatic species, enhancing compliance, and safeguarding the health of the marine environment.

Last minute reminder about the BWM Convention key issues

The IMO International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments (BWM Convention) enters into force and all ballast water to be discharged on or after 8 September 2017 must be either D-1 or D-2 compliant.

USCG extension policy update

The original guidance for compliance with Ballast Water Management (BWM) regulations needs further clarity and explanation.This update has been issued in response to hundreds of extension requests and dozens of questions received by the USCG. 

Personal Data Protection Clause for SHIPMAN 2009

BIMCO Personal Data Protection Clause for SHIPMAN 2009 For the purposes of this Clause: “Data Subject” means any identified or identifiable natural person, including Crew. “Personal Data” means any information relating to any Data Subject connected with the Management Services. “DPR” means any data ... Please follow the link to continue reading.

Revision of the IMO biofouling guidelines

BIMCO's Dr Bev Mackenzie reports on the revision of the IMO biofouling guidelines agreed at the 10th meeting of the IMO sub-committee on pollution, prevention and response