Updated Amendments (06-21) of IMSBC Code
In April 2022, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) updated its International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code with Resolution MSC.500(105), providing amendments to the code which will enter into force on December 1, 2023. From January 1, 2023, ship operators may opt for voluntary compliance.
Guidance on ballast water record-keeping and reporting
The Marine Environment Protection Committee, at its eightieth session (3 to 7 July 2023) approved the Guidance on ballast water record-keeping and reporting to assist in bringing clarity to the record-keeping and reporting process under the BWM Convention, including guidance on completing the Ballast Water Record Book. This BWRB format will enter into force on 1 February 2025.
Position of navigational lights
This article outlines essential guidelines for the placement and characteristics of navigational lights on vessels. These lights, including masthead, sidelights, stern lights, and others, are crucial for ensuring maritime safety and collision prevention, particularly during low visibility conditions. Specific requirements for the height, visibility, and positioning of these lights are provided, with a focus on adherence to international regulations.
2021 annual report published by MAIB
UK MAIB (Marine Accident Investigation Branch) published its annual report for 2021, reporting that it raised 1530 reports of marine accidents and commenced 22 investigations in 2021. However, no deaths were recorded on UK-flag ships, despite the fact that the number of casualty probes increased.
World's Largest Containership Ever Alot Delivered in China
Chinese shipbuilders have handed over the 24,000 TEU capacity “Ever Alot” to Taiwanese shipping company Evergreen Marine.
Back to The Future - Cargo Giant Cargill Turns to Sails to Cut carbon
In a new take on ancient technology, Cargill, one of the world's biggest charterers of ships, is to add state-of-the art sails to a vessel early next year to test whether wind power can cut its carbon emissions, a top company executive said.
Cameron says we can’t engineer out the toxicity of ammonia
Ammonia is at the top of the list of the potential shipping fuels of the future, being a zero-carbon solution that can become economically viable.
The shipping industry has already built extensive experience in transporting and handling ammonia onboard vessels, and we are seeing major strides being made in designing ammonia-ready engines.
Fugro and AD Ports Group formalize autonomous vessel co-operation
The companies have been working together since March this year, and have now signed an agreement to use remote and autonomous technologies in the Middle East region. The partnership will develop guidelines to make the UAE ready to receive USVs, as well as create a platform to implement remote and autonomous technology.
The rules regarding the dimensions of vessels acceptable in the ports of Kuwait have been clarified
Director General of Khorramshahr Port and Maritime, referring to the frequent changes in the laws regarding acceptable vessel dimensions in Kuwaiti ports, said: This issue has caused a lot of costs to vessel owners, which was clarified by the Kuwaiti side in the fifth meeting of the joint consular commission of Iran and Kuwait.
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