MEPC 71 progressed in ensuring smoother implementation of the ballast water convention. One of the achievements was reaffirming the agreement regarding the provisions for non-penalisation of early movers that have installed ballast water management systems according to G8 guidelines.
As reported some years ago under the heading "Ukraine Ballast Water Problems in Ports" this still seems to be a problematic issue as BIMCO has received an update from the the Japan Ship Owners' Mutual Protection & Indemnity Association.
The purpose of this survey is to investigate the effectiveness of SEEMP.
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BIMCO Both-to-Blame Collision Clause If the Vessel comes into collision with another ship as a result of the negligence of the other ship and any act, neglect or default of the Master, Mariner, Pilot or the servants of the Carrier in the navigation or in the management of the Vessel, the owners of ... Please follow the link to continue reading.
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In the 10 years since the ’98 edition was published there have been many developments in the ship management industry – most notable the coming into force of the ISM and ISPS Codes. While SHIPMAN 98 touches upon responsibilities under ISM, much more has been learned about the interplay between the... Please follow the link to continue reading.
Aside from GHG discussions what kept attendees at the 82nd meeting of the MEPC busy?
BIMCO has opened a new office in Brussels and hired Gudrun Janssens as Manager, Intergovernmental Engagement
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