Ballast Water Management Convention
Following the UN Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED), held in Rio de Janeiro in 1992, the IMO initiated negotiations to consider the possibilities of developing an internationally binding instrument to address the transfer of harmful aquatic organisms and pathogens in ships’ ballast water. From 1999 onwards, the Ballast Water Working Group, established by the MEPC in 1994, focused on the preparation of a free-standing Convention on control and management of ships’ ballast water and sediments. Finally, on the basis on these measures, The BWM convention adopted in 2004.
IMO Calendar (2023 – 2026)
The IMO Calendar can be very useful and practical as a resource for owners, managers, engineers and experts working in the marine industry. Based on this, the following tables explain a brief description of the new mandatory regulations. Obviously, due to the process of adopting and promulgating maritime regulations in the IMO, these tables may include some changes and new items in the future.
Understanding Air Pipes on Ships and Load Line Convention Requirements
Air pipes in ships maintain pressure equilibrium during tank filling. They are usually installed on the upper ceiling of the tanks. There are specific requirements for their height and structure, which are determined based on their positions. In this article, we will briefly introduce the air pipes and review the related regulations based on the International Load Line Convention.
Sampling point in the ballast water discharge line
In accordance with article 9 of the Convention, a Party may sample the ship’s ballast water for the purpose of determining whether the ship is in compliance with the Convention in accordance with these Guidelines. Although the Convention contains no requirements for provision of sampling points, the Guidelines for approval of ballast water management systems (G8) adopted by resolution MEPC. 174(58) do expressly call for the provision of sampling facilities, not only for the purpose of type approval, but also for the purpose of other required sampling process.
IMO welcomes adoption of UN convention on the judicial sale of ships
IMO has welcomed the signing of the UN Convention on the International Effects of Judicial Sales of Ships which took place at a ceremony in Beijing, the People's Republic of China, on 5 September.
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