Tag: ISPS Code

Kenya held a legal review workshop with the support of IMO, to strengthen its maritime security legal framework.

All persons employed or engaged in any capacity on board a ship required to comply with the ISPS Code shall receive security familiarization training from the Ship Security Officer (SSO) or an equally qualified individual before being assigned any shipboard duties.

A recent Marine Notice issued by the Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) describes the requirements for special purpose ships (SPS), highlights that the SPS Code remains non-mandatory, and defines who qualifies as Special Personnel on board.

The NorthStandard Club warns to avoid for the time being the ports situated in the South of Lebanon such as Sidon, Tyre, Jieh and Zahrani oil terminals and provides updates on the ports that are now operating normally and safely (security level 1).

The Republic of the Marshall Islands Maritime Administrator has observed a troubling rise in ISPS Code-related detentions due to recurring non-compliance issues.

The IMO Sub-committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III) 10th session was held from 22 to 26 July 2024, where various issues were discussed.

To ensure the safety and security of vessels, ship-owners, operators, masters, and affiliated companies are strongly encouraged to prioritize the implementation of rigorous security measures aimed at preventing unauthorized access by stowaways during sea voyages or upon arrival at ports.

The Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) has issued a circular to provide guidance on how to conduct functional testing of the ship security alert systems onboard. According to SOLAS Regulation XI2/6, all vessels subject to Security Regulations, shall be provided with a ship security alert system. 

Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) published an article to inform of upcoming changes to test procedures for ship security alert systems (SSAS).

According to IMO, its work to improve security standards at international ports has been given a lift courtesy of a £700,000 funding contribution from the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.