Tag: requirements

ABS has published requirements dedicated to the design, construction, and classification of LCO2 carriers where liquefied CO2 is carried as cargo.

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) has developed and published a set of requirements to guide the industry in the use of hydrogen-fueled vessels.

Republic of Liberia has issued a Marine Advisory for shipowners, operator, masters, recognized organizations, about minimum requirements for Issuance of Dispensations.

West P&I Club informed that Venezuelan Port Authorities have implemented a mandatory protocol for crew changes in all Venezuelan ports, effective from 10 February 2023.

West P&I Club has provided information concerning a mandatory health insurance requirement for all persons arriving in Qatar, effective February 1st. The new regulation applies to all passengers (multi-entry / business visa) and new seaman visa applications.

The American Bureau of Shipping has launched NS Workboat™, a new mobile application from ABS Nautical Systems, purpose-built for the workboat/inland sector, that aims to simplify Subchapter M compliance requirements with minimal disruption to day-to-day operations.

North of England P&I Club has reported an increase in the number of enquiries related to sanitary regulations in Argentine ports. The regulation imposes a mandatory requirement for certain vessels to have a cleaning and disinfection programme carried out in order to gain free practique.

USCG has issued marine notice in order to specify the requirements for Qualified Assessor (QA).

BIMCO has been monitoring developments through the Shipping Federation of Canada in respect of changes being made to the eligibility criteria for carrier codes

Wärtsilä announced that its Wärtsilä Airguard and Wärtsilä Oceanguard propeller shaft sealing systems can continue to utilise mineral oil since they meet the guidelines set out in the US Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) 2013 revised Vessel General Permit