PSC Concentrated Inspection Campaign on Cargo Securing
Paris MoU and Tokyo MoU will launch a PSC CIC regarding Cargo Securing, from the 1st of September to the 30th of November 2026.
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SOPEP – SMPEP Updated List of National Contact Points – 31 Jul 2026
Understanding SOPEP and SMEP is of paramount importance for maritime professionals in order to be prepared for an oil pollution incident.
Ship Pollution Prevention and Control Campaign around the Bohai Sea (2026)
The maritime authorities of Tianjin, Hebei, Liaoning and Shandong launched a five-month joint campaign to strengthen ship pollution prevention and control measures across the Bohai Sea region.
Port Hedland Specific Inspection/Reporting Requirements
The Port Hedland (Australia) introduces a harmonized safety assurance framework for vessels calling at the port through the mandatory use of two reporting forms/checklists: the Port Hedland Vessel Vetting Form and the Port Hedland Pre-Berthing Checklist.
SOPEP – SMPEP Updated List of National Contact Points – 30 Apr 2026
Understanding SOPEP and SMEP is of paramount importance for maritime professionals in order to be prepared for an oil pollution incident.
Ship to Ship Transfer (STS) Guide for Bulk Carriers
In the first quarter of 2026, INTERCARGO (International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners) issued the first edition of the ‘Ship to Ship Transfer Guidelines for Bulk Carriers’.
Procedures For Port State Control, 2025
IMO adopted the revised Procedures for Port State Control on 5th of December 2025 under Resolution A.1206(34). The most significant change lies in the scope and actions of inspections.
SOPEP – SMPEP Updated List of National Contact Points – 31 Jan 2026
Understanding SOPEP and SMEP is of paramount importance for maritime professionals in order to be prepared for an oil pollution incident.
Revision of the Rightship Inspection Questionnaire (RiSQ 3.2)
RightShip issued the revised questionnaire for onboard inspections under title RiSQ 3.2. The new questionnaire will support Rightship Inspections for 1st of February and onwards.
Enclosed Space Entry Revised Procedures
IMO published the new revised guidelines MSC.581, for Enclosed Space Entry. The main highlight of the new guidance is that the procedures for enclosed space should be ship specific.
OCIMF Focus Inspection Campaign on Ship’s Hardening
OCIMF has launched a new Focus Inspection Campaign under its SIRE 2.0 program to reinforce maritime security readiness across the global tanker fleet.
SOPEP SMPEP Updated List of National Contact Points – 31 Oct 2025
Understanding SOPEP and SMEP is of paramount importance for maritime professionals in order to be prepared for an oil pollution incident.
PSC Concentrated Inspection Campaign on Ballast Water Management
Paris MoU and Tokyo MoU will launch a PSC CIC regarding Ballast Water Management, from the 1st of September to the 30th of November 2025.
SOPEP – SMPEP Updated List of National Contact Points – 31 Jul 2025
Understanding SOPEP and SMEP is of paramount importance for maritime professionals in order to be prepared for an oil pollution incident.
Biofouling Management Plan update
As per IMO Resolution MEPC.378(80), the 2023 guidelines provide additional information on the development of Ship Biofouling Management plans and Record Book. Furthermore, national requirements from Brazil and Norway were added to existing additional requirements from USA…
New STCW Requirements
The IMO approved amendments to the STCW Code aimed at combating and reducing violence and harassment within the maritime industry, which will enter into force on 1 January 2026.
IACS CIC on Emergency Power Supply Tests on Ships
Since the beginning of 2025, IACS has launched a Concentrated Inspection Campaign (CIC) to monitor the results of emergency power supply tests on ships. The campaign began on January 1 and will continue until December 31, 2025.
SOPEP SMPEP Updated List of National Contact Points – 30 Apr 2025
Understanding SOPEP and SMEP is of paramount importance for maritime professionals in order to be prepared for an oil pollution incident.
China MSA’s Focus on Enclosed Spaces
The China MSA launched a Special Campaign against Illegal Entry into Enclosed Spaces onboard Ships, from 15 January 2025 to 14 October 2025.
SOPEP SMPEP Updated List of National Contact Points – 31 Jan 2025
Understanding SOPEP and SMEP is of paramount importance for maritime professionals in order to be prepared for an oil pollution incident.
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