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The Port State Control Concentrated Inspection Campaign (PSC CIC) 2025 runs from 1 September to 30 November and focuses exclusively on ballast water management. Below

In July 2024, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) released a joint circular—MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.18—introducing new guidelines for the sampling of fuel oil to determine compliance with MARPOL

Introduction The 12th session of the IMO Sub-Committee on Navigation, Communications and Search and Rescue (NCSR 12) concluded in London on 22 May 2025, bringing

Ensuring Compliance and Safety in Hazardous Shipboard Areas Keywords: certified safe-type electrical equipment, hazardous areas, tanker safety, gas carrier safety, SOLAS Chapter II-1, IEC 60079-17,

Boost Safety and Compliance with an Independent Behavioural Competence Audit In today’s shipping industry, behavioural competence assessment is emerging as a key factor in ensuring

The 5th Meeting of the ILO Special Tripartite Committee for the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006), took place in Geneva from 7 to 11

Port State Control (PSC) inspections are becoming more frequent, and definitely more rigorous. In today’s maritime industry, even minor oversights can lead to major consequences:

In the maritime industry, the role of the technical consultant has seen ups and downs. Essential at times, questioned at others. But why does a

As part of ongoing global efforts to reduce marine pollution and improve air quality, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has introduced stricter fuel regulations for

Ensuring compliance with emergency escape regulations from machinery spaces is critical for shipowners, managers, and technical operators. Recent Port State Control (PSC) inspections have led

Understanding SOLAS Chapter II-2 Fire Safety Requirements One of the key fire safety objectives of SOLAS Chapter II-2 is to “provide adequate and readily accessible

Shipowners, Operators, and Masters Alert: New Reporting Requirements for Foreign Vessels in Chinese Internal Waters The China Maritime Safety Administration (CMSA) has issued important guidelines

We would like to highlight two crucial documents for Marine Surveyors and shipowners – that deal with the safety of ships carrying industrial personnel: MSC.527(106)

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted amendments to MARPOL Annex VI concerning the requirements for using low-flashpoint fuels or gas fuels. These amendments were

🔍 Did you know that certain routes and ports qualify for exemptions until December 31, 2029?If yoFuelEU Maritime: Exemptions for Ports, Routes, and Islands under

In today’s evolving maritime landscape, adhering to EEXI regulations is non-negotiable. Many vessels are now equipped with power limitation solutions, such as EPL (Engine Power

As 2024 draws to a close, it’s crucial for shipowners, ship operators, ship managers, and shipbuilders to stay informed about mandatory deadlines for data submission

The implementation of the FuelEU Maritime regulation, originally scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2025, has been delayed for Norway and Iceland due to

With international regulations on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions becoming more stringent, Port State Control (PSC) inspections are now focusing heavily on compliance related to NOx

Starting in 2025, significant updates to the ballast water record-keeping and reporting requirements under the IMO’s Ballast Water Management (BWM) Convention will come into effect.

As of August 1, 2025, amendments to MARPOL Annex VI Appendix IX will require ships to collect and report expanded fuel oil consumption data. These

In the demanding and high-stakes world of maritime operations, safety, compliance, and efficiency are paramount. To meet these needs, Marine Surveyor Consultant (MSC) offers a

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has long been at the forefront of pushing for cleaner air through stringent emissions regulations. For marine vessels, one

Ship-to-Ship (STS) transfer operations for dry bulk cargo are essential in the maritime industry, particularly for ship owners and technical operators. As global trade expands