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Table 1 - Summary of SOLAS, MARPOL, Load Line, AFS and BWM Requirements to be Complied with in 2014 and Beyond
for All Ship Types - Sep 2014

Black (mandatory hardware requirements) Green (Mandatory operational requirements) Blue (recommended hardware guidelines) Red (recommended operational guidelines)
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Revised MARPOL
VI/12 Use of CFCs
MEPC.176(58) H M M All > 0 R INS 1 1 2020 KL before 1 1 2020
Installations (except permanently sealed equipment where there are no
refrigerant charging connections or potentially removable components
containing ozone depleting substances) which contain hydro-
chlorofluorocarbons are prohibited
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Revised MARPOL
VI/12 Use of CFCs
MEPC.176(58) H M M All > 0 N 1 1 2020 KL on after 1 1 2020
Installations (except permanently sealed equipment where there are no
refrigerant charging connections or potentially removable components
containing ozone depleting substances) which contain hydro-
chlorofluorocarbons are prohibited
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SOLAS II-2
FSS Code
Breathing
apparatus
MSC.338(91)
MSC.339(91)
H M S All Ships 500 N 1 7 2019 KL on after 1 7 2014
Each compressed air breathing apparatus is to be fitted with an audible alarm
and a visual or other device which will alert the user before the volume of the air
in the cylinder has been reduced to no less than 200 liters.
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SOLAS II-2
FSS Code
Indicator Units
MSC.339(91) H M S All Ships 500 N 1 7 2019 KL on after 1 7 2014
Each compressed air breathing apparatus is to be fitted with an audible alarm
and a visual or other device which will alert the user before the volume of the air
in the cylinder has been reduced to no less than 200 liters.
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SOLAS V/19.2
Bridge
Navigational
Watch Alarm
System (BNWAS)
MSC.350(92) H M S Cargo
500
< 3000
R FS 1 7 2018 KL before 1 7 2002
A bridge navigational watch alarm system (a system to monitor bridge activity
and detect operator disability which could lead to marine accidents) complying
with the standards contained in MSC.128(75) is required to be installed onboard
and shall be in operation whenever the ship is underway at sea. A BNWAS
installed prior to 1 July 2011 to monitor bridge activity and detect operator
disability which could lead to marine accidents may subsequently be exempted
from full compliance with the standards contained in MSC.128(75).
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SOLAS II-2
Means of
communication
MSC.338(91) H M S All Ships 500 R A 1 7 2018 C before 1 7 2014
At least two (2) two-way portable radiotelephones are to be provided for each
fire party designated onboard tankers and those intended to be used in
hazardous areas of all ships which are to be of an explosion-proof or intrinsically-
safe type.
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SOLAS I/19.2
ECDIS
10000
< 20000
R FS 1 7 2018 KL before 1 7 2013
Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) is to be fitted onboard
unless the ship is to be decommissioned within two years of the compliance
date. Cargo ships excluded tankers.
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SOLAS II-1/13-2
Noise Code
MSC.338(91)
MSC.337(91)
H M S All Ships 1600 N 1 7 2018 D on after 1 7 2018
Ships (except MODUs) need to comply with the new Noise Code as per
MSC.337(91). The Code has mandatory and recommendatory provisions
which sets out to prevent the occurrence of potentially hazardous noise levels on
board ships and to provide standards for an acceptable environment for
seafarers. Compliance with the Code requires measurement of noise levels in
work, navigation, accommodation and service spaces under simulated port
conditions and at normal service speed at no less than 80% of the maximum
continuous rating (MCR). Deviation from this normal service condition may be
permitted for ships with special propulsion and power configurations, such as
diesel-electric systems
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SOLAS V/19.2
Bridge
Navigational
Watch Alarm
System (BNWAS)
150
< 500
R FS 1 7 2017 KL before 1 7 2002
from full compliance with the standards contained in MSC.128(75).
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SOLAS I/19.2
ECDIS
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SOLAS VII
2014 IGC Code
MSC.370(93) H M S GasLng 500 N 1 7 2016 K on after 1 7 2016
The revised Code includes Mandatory carriage of an approved stability
instrument for verifying compliance with the applicable intact and damage
stability requirements, revised cargo tank protective location requirements,
revised application of the damage standard for G3 type vessels, new
requirements for the analysis, construction and inspection of membrane tanks
and the analysis of type B independent tanks, new requirements for emergency
shutdown, cargo sampling and cargo transfer system, cargo venting restrictions,
new specifications for pressure relief valves, more extensive requirements for
water spray systems and increased areas requiring protection, completely new
requirements for automation systems. revised criteria for maximum filling limits,
and new provisions for the use of cargo vapor as fuel
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SOLAS VII
IGC Code
Revisions
Stability PC
MSC.370(93) H M S GasLng 500 R P 1 7 2016 K before 1 7 2016
An approved stability instrument capable of verifying compliance with the
applicable intact and damage stability requirements is to be fitted onboard. The
approval generally applies to the software using MSC.1/Circ.1229, but may
include hardware, for example, when the instrument receives input from sensors
for the contents of tanks. Exemptions are provided for ships: (a) on a dedicated
service, with a limited number of permutations of loading such that all
anticipated conditions have been approved; (b) where stability is remotely
verified by a means approved by the Administration; (c) loaded within an
approved range of loading conditions; or (d) provided with approved limiting
KG/GM curves covering all applicable intact and damage stability requirements
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SOLAS V/19.2
ECDIS
MSC.282(86) H M S Cargo 50000 R FS 1 7 2016 KL before 1 7 2013
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SOLAS II-1
GBS Compliance
MSC.290(87)
MSC.287(87)
H M S Bulk 150 N 1 7 2016 C on after 1 7 2016
Single Side Skin bulk carriers (excluding ore carriers and combination carriers)
are to be designed and built to class societys rules that have been verified by
the IMO to meet the new Goal Based Ship construction standards, GBS.
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SOLAS II-1
GBS Compliance
MSC.290(87)
MSC.287(87)
H M S Bulk 150 N 1 7 2016 KL on after 1 7 2017
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SOLAS II-1
GBS Compliance
MSC.290(87)
MSC.287(87)
H M S Bulk 150 N 1 7 2016 D on after 1 7 2020
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SOLAS II-1
GBS Compliance
MSC.290(87)
MSC.287(87)
H M S Oil 150 N 1 7 2016 C on after 1 7 2016
Oil tankers are to be designed and built to class societys rules that have been
verified by the IMO to meet the new Goal Based Ship construction standards,
GBS.
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SOLAS II-1
GBS Compliance
MSC.290(87)
MSC.287(87)
H M S Oil 150 N 1 7 2016 KL on after 1 7 2017
GBS.
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SOLAS II-1
GBS Compliance
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MSC.287(87)
H M S Oil 150 N 1 7 2016 D on after 1 7 2020
GBS.
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SOLAS II-1
GBS Standards
MSC.287(87)
MSC.290(87)
H M S Oil 150 N 1 7 2016 C on after 1 7 2016
Class societys rules for oil tankers are to meet the new Goal Based Ship
construction standards, GBS, which provide for a design life of not less than 25
years under specified operating and environmental conditions for unrestricted
ocean service (i.e., North Atlantic environmental conditions). GBS provides for
adequate strength, integrity and stability to minimize the risk marine pollution
environment due to the ships structural failure resulting in flooding or loss of
watertight integrity.
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SOLAS II-1
GBS Standards
MSC.287(87)
MSC.290(87)
H M S Bulk 150 N 1 7 2016 C on after 1 7 2016
Class societys rules forSingle Side Skin bulk carriers (excluding ore carriers
and combination carriers) are to meet the new Goal Based Ship construction
standards, GBS, which provide for a design life of not less than 25 years under
specified operating and environmental conditions for unrestricted ocean service
(i.e., North Atlantic environmental conditions). GBS provides for adequate
strength, integrity and stability to minimize the risk marine pollution environment
due to the ships structural failure resulting in flooding or loss of watertight
integrity.
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Revised NOX
Technical Code
(Tier III Standard)
MEPC.177(58) H M M All 24 > 0 N 1 7 2016 KL on after 1 1 2016
Desiel engines (>130 kW) installed on ships operating within an Emission
Control Area are to meet the Tier I Nox emission standard (3.4 g/kWh when rpm
< 130; 9n
(-0.2)
g/kWh when 130 n < 2000 rpm; 2.0 g/kWh rpm 2000) unless
total propulsion power < 750kW.
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MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
Required EEDI
MEPC.251(66) H M M LNG 10000 N 1 3 2016 KL on after 1 3 2016
The Attained Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) is not to exceed a
maximum Required EEDI as per regulation 21. EEDI requirements do not
apply to ships which have diesel-electric propulsion, turbine propulsion or hybrid
propulsion systems. The flag Administration can postpone compliance for up to
four years from the compliance date. The Attained EEDI is first checked at the
design stage and then confirmed during seatrials. The Required EEDI is derived
from emission factors associated with the fuel consumed by the main engine,
nominal auxiliary engine power, and auxiliary generator power. An adjustment
factor accounts for any innovative energy efficient technologies used onboard.
Ships not propelled by mechanical means are exempted from compliance with
MARPOL VI/Chapter.
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MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
Required EEDI
MEPC.251(66) H M M RoRoV 10000 N 1 3 2016 KL on after 1 3 2016
MARPOL VI/Chapter.
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Required EEDI
MEPC.251(66) H M M RoRoC 1000 N 1 3 2016 KL on after 1 3 2016
MARPOL VI/Chapter.
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MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
Required EEDI
MEPC.251(66) H M M RoRoP 12 250 N 1 3 2016 KL on after 1 3 2016
MARPOL VI/Chapter.
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MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
Required EEDI
MEPC.251(66) H M M PassC 12 25000 1 3 2016 KL on after 1 3 2016
MARPOL VI/Chapter.
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SOLAS VII
ESP Code
Revisions
MSC.371(93) H M S Bulk 500 A 1 1 2016 K on after 1 1 2016
The ESP Code is revised to refer to the Common Structural Rules, as
appropriate, and new requirements for minimum thickness.
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SOLAS VII
ESP Code
Revisions
MSC.371(93) H M S Oil 500 A 1 1 2016 K on after 1 1 2016
The ESP Code is revised to refer to the Common Structural Rules, as
appropriate, and new requirements for minimum thickness.
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SOLAS VII
IBC Code
Revisions
Stability PC
MSC.369(93) H M S Chem 500 R P 1 1 2016 K before 1 1 2016
Regulation
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SOLAS VII
IBC Code
Revisions
Stability PC
MSC.369(93) H M S Chem 500 N 1 1 2016 K on after 1 1 2016
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SOLAS III
LSA Code
MSC.368(93) H M S All Ships 12 500 N T 1 1 2016 KL on after 1 1 1900
Lifejackets should be tested for compliance with the specified buoyancy and
stability criteria.
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SOLAS II-2
FSS Code Ch 15
IGS
MSC.367(93) H M S Chem 8000 N 1 1 2016 K on after 1 1 2016
Inert Gas Systems are to meet MSC.367(93). Equivalent arrangements or
means of protection may be accepted in lieu of fixed systems on new chemical
and oil carriers (20,000 > dwt 8,000) provided equivalent arrangements are:
(a) capable of preventing dangerous accumulations of explosive mixtures in
cargo tanks during normal service throughout the ballast voyage and necessary
in-tank operations; and (b) designed to minimize the risk of ignition of system-
generated static electricity (e.g., use of shore-side nitrogen)
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Fire Extinguishing
Systems
MSC.365(93) H M S Cont 500 N 1 1 2016 KL on after 1 1 2016
New ships designed to carry containers on/above the weather deck are to carry,
in addition to the required fixed fire-extinguishing systems and appliances, at
least one water mist lance consisting of a tube with a piercing nozzle which is
capable of penetrating a container wall and producing water mist inside the
container when connected to the fire main. Ships carrying five or more tiers of
containers on/above the weather deck shall carry, in addition to the minimum
required, at least two mobile water monitors on ships with a breadth < 30 m and
at least four mobile water monitors on ships with breadth 30 m
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SOLAS II-2/20
Protection of ro-ro
spaces
MSC.365(93) H M S RoRoV 500 N 1 1 2016 KL on after 1 1 2016
Additional safety measures for ventilation and gas detection are specified for
vehicle carriers with vehicle and ro-ro spaces intended for carriage, as cargo, of
motor vehicles with compressed hydrogen or compressed natural gas in their
tanks for their own propulsion
36
SOLAS II-2/13
Means of Escape
MSC.365(93) H M S All Ships 12 500 N 1 1 2016 KL on after 1 1 2016
Means of escape from machinery spaces and workshops and control rooms
within, to a safe position outside of, the machinery space is required by a
continuous fire shelter for new passenger and cargo ships. Additionally, inclined
open-tread ladders/stairways providing an escape route are to be fitted with a
steel shield on their underside to provide escaping personnel protection against
heat and flame from beneath
37
SOLAS II-2/9
Ventilation
Systems
MSC.365(93) H M S Pass <36 N 1 1 2016 KL on after 1 1 2016
New ventilation duct construction and arrangements are to be fitted with
automatic and remotely controlled fire dampers at the lower end of exhaust
galley ducts.
38
SOLAS II-2/9
Ventilation
Systems
MSC.365(93) H M S Pass 36 N 1 1 2016 KL on after 1 1 2016
Means of closure of ducts in laundries filters are to be automatically and
remotely operated, fitted with readily removable filters and inspection hatches
39
SOLAS II-2/9
Ventilation
Systems
Means of closure of ducts in in ventilation rooms are to be automatically and
remotely operated, fitted with readily removable filters and inspection hatches
Regulation
Reference
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Steering Gear
Tests
MSC.365(93) H M S All Ships 12 500 A 1 1 2016 KL on after 1 1 1900
Alternative methods for testing the main and auxiliary steering gear during sea
trials are permitted where it is impractical to test the ship at the full load
condition (the ship at its deepest seagoing draught and running ahead at the
speed corresponding to the number of maximum continuous revolutions of the
main engine and maximum design pitch) two alternatives are provided (a)
adjustment of the ahead speed for the submerged area of the rudder such that
the force and torque applied to the main steering gear are not less than what
would have been otherwise achieved at the full load condition; or (b) the rudder
force and torque at the sea trial loading condition have been reliably predicted
and extrapolated to the full load condition
41
IBC Code
(Approved Stability
Instruments)
MEPC.250(66) H M S Chem 500 N 1 1 2016 KL on after 1 7 2016
Chemical carriers are required to be fitted with an approved stability instrument
capable of verifying compliance with the applicable intact and damage stability
requirements. The approval generally applies to the software using
MSC.1/Circ.1229, but may include hardware, for example, when the instrument
receives input from sensors for the contents of tanks. Exemptions
are provided for ships (1) on a dedicated service, with a limited number of
permutations of loading such that all anticipated conditions have been approved;
(2) where stability is remotely verified by a means approved by the
Administration; (3) loaded within an approved range of loading conditions; or (4)
provided with approved limiting KG/GM curves covering all applicable intact and
damage stability requirements
42
IBC Code
(Approved Stability
Instruments)
MEPC.250(66) H M S Chem 500 R P 1 1 2016 KL before 1 7 2016
43
BCH Code
(Approved Stability
Instruments)
MEPC.249(66) H M S Chem 500 R P 1 1 2016 KL before 1 7 1986
44
MARPOL I
(Approved Stability
Instruments)
MEPC.248(66) H M S Oil 150 N 1 1 2016 KL on after 1 7 2016
Oil carriers are required to be fitted with an approved stability instrument
Regulation
Reference
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MARPOL I
(Approved Stability
Instruments)
MEPC.248(66) H M S Oil 150 R P 1 1 2016 KL before 1 7 2016
Oil carriers are required to be fitted with an approved stability instrument
46
SOLAS II-1
Cargo Oil Tank
Corrosion
Protection
MSC.291(87) H M S Crude 5000 N 1 1 2016 D on after 1 1 2016
The under deck and the bottom of cargo oil tanks on crude oil tankers and crude
oil/product carriers to be protected against corrosion. The means of protection
are to provided by applying protective coatings which have been verified to
comply with the new IMO Cargo Oil Tank Corrosion Prevention Standard
(COTCPS) as adopted by resolution MSC.290(87). An alternative means of
corrosion protection that complies with the standards contained in the new
adopted resolution MSC.289(87) or using corrosion resistance material to
maintain required structural integrity for 25 years in accordance with the
Performance standard for alternative means of corrosion protection as contained
in the new adopted resolution MSC.289(87) may be used
47
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
Required EEDI
MEPC.251(66) H M M LNG 10000 N 1 9 2015 C on after 1 9 2015
48
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
Required EEDI
MEPC.251(66) H M M LNG 10000 N 1 9 2015 D on after 1 9 2019
49
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
Required EEDI
MEPC.251(66) H M M RoRoV 10000 N 1 9 2015 C on after 1 9 2015
50
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
Required EEDI
MEPC.251(66) H M M RoRoV 10000 N 1 9 2015 D on after 1 9 2019
Regulation
Reference
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Chapter IV
Required EEDI
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52
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
Required EEDI
MEPC.251(66) H M M RoRoC 1000 N 1 9 2015 D on after 1 9 2019
53
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
Required EEDI
MEPC.251(66) H M M RoRoP 12 250 N 1 9 2015 C on after 1 9 2015
54
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
Required EEDI
MEPC.251(66) H M M RoRoP 12 250 N 1 9 2015 D on after 1 9 2019
55
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
Required EEDI
MEPC.251(66) H M M PassC 12 25000 1 9 2015 C on after 1 9 2015
maximum Required EEDI as per regulation 21 for cruise passenger ships
having non-conventional propulsion (diesel-electric propulsion, turbine
propulsion, and hybrid propulsion systems). EEDI requirements do not apply to
ships which have diesel-electric propulsion, turbine propulsion or hybrid
Regulation
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MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
Required EEDI
MEPC.251(66) H M M PassC 12 25000 1 9 2015 D on after 1 9 2019
maximum Required EEDI as per regulation 21 for cruise passenger ships
having non-conventional propulsion (diesel-electric propulsion, turbine
propulsion, and hybrid propulsion systems). EEDI requirements do not apply to
ships which have diesel-electric propulsion, turbine propulsion or hybrid
57
MARPOL VI
Nox Code
MEPC.251(66) H M M All >0 A INS 1 9 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
Diesel engines (>130 kW) using gas mode operation of dual fuel engines using
liquid fuel as pilot or balance fuel are to be certified under these revisions to the
NOx Technical Code.
58
SOLAS V/19.2
ECDIS
MSC.282(86) H M S Tankers 3000 R FS 1 7 2015 KL before 1 7 2012
date.
59
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
Attained EEDI
MEPC.203(62) H M M All 400 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
All ships, except for ships which have diesel-electric propulsion, turbine
propulsion or hybrid propulsion systems, are to be assigned an Energy
Efficiency Design Index (EEDI - Attained).
60
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
EEDI
MEPC.203(62) H M M Bulk 10000 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
61
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
EEDI
MEPC.203(62) H M M GasLng 2000 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
62
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
EEDI
MEPC.203(62) H M M Oil 4000 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
Regulation
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MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
EEDI
MEPC.203(62) H M M Chem 4000 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
64
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
EEDI
MEPC.203(62) H M M Cont 10000 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
65
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
EEDI
MEPC.203(62) H M M Refer 3000 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
66
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
EEDI
MEPC.203(62) H M M Combo 4000 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
67
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
EEDI
MEPC.203(62) H M M RoRo 400 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
The Attained Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) is to be calculated as per
regulation 21, but compliance with a Required EEDI is not required. EEDI
requirements do not apply to ships which have diesel-electric propulsion, turbine
propulsion or hybrid propulsion systems. The flag Administration can postpone
compliance for up to four years from the compliance date. The Attained EEDI is
first checked at the design stage and then confirmed during seatrials.
68
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
EEDI
MEPC.203(62) H M M RoRo 12 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
Regulation
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MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
EEDI
MEPC.203(62) H M M Pass 12 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
70
IMSBC Code
Revisions
MSC.354(92) H M S All Ships 500 A 1 1 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
The hazards, stowage and discharge arrangements and precautions to be
implemented for individual schedules of solid bulk cargoes (including
Ammonium Nitrate) are revised.
71
SOLAS II-1/13-2
Noise Code
MSC.338(91)
MSC.337(91)
Ships need to comply with the new Noise Code as per MSC.337(91). The Code
has mandatory and recommendatory provisions which sets out to prevent the
occurrence of potentially hazardous noise levels on board ships and to provide
standards for an acceptable environment for seafarers. Compliance with the
Code requires measurement of noise levels in work, navigation, accommodation
and service spaces under simulated port conditions and at normal service speed
at no less than 80% of the maximum continuous rating (MCR). Deviation from
this normal service condition may be permitted for ships with special propulsion
and power configurations, such as diesel-electric systems
72
SOLAS II-2
FSS Code
Breathing
apparatus
MSC.338(91)
MSC.339(91)
In addition to the indicating unit located on the fire control station, an additional
indicating unit shall be located in the cargo control rooms.
73 Revised LSA Code
MSC.320(89)
MSC.81(70)
H M S All Ships 500 R DD 1 7 2014 KL before 1 7 2014
Paragraphs 4.4.7.6.4 thru 4.4.7.6.6 require the release mechanism for on-load
release and retrieval systems to be stable such that, when the hook is fully reset
in the closed position, the weight of the lifeboat does not cause any force to be
transmitted to the operating mechanism. The locking devices are to be
arranged so that they cannot turn-to-open due to forces from the hook load. If a
hydrostatic interlock is provided, it shall automatically reset upon lifting the boat
from the water.
74
SOLAS III
On-load
Release Gear
MSC.317(89)
MSC.320(89)
H M S All Ships 500 R DD 1 7 2014 KL before 1 7 2014
The release mechanism for on-load release and retrieval systems is to comply
with the new retroactive safety provisions contained in paragraphs 4.4.7.6.4 thru
4.4.7.6.6 of MSC.320(89). The evaluation procedure (design assessment and
testing) for existing systems is contained in MSC.1/Circ.1392.
75
SOLAS V/19.2
ECDIS
MSC.282(86) H M S Pass >12 500 R FS 1 7 2014 KL before 1 7 2012
date.
76
SOLAS V/19.2
Bridge
Navigational
Watch Alarm
System (BNWAS)
MSC.282(86)
MSC.283(86)
H M S Cargo
150
< 500
R FS 1 7 2014 KL before 1 7 2011
from full compliance with the standards contained in MSC.128(75). As the
BNWAS is classified as a bridge alarm, the 2nd and 3rd stage remote alarm is
to be connected to the VDR as per resolutions A.861(20) and A.1021(26).
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SOLAS II-1/13-2
Noise Code
MSC.338(91)
MSC.337(91)
H M S All Ships 1600 N 1 7 2014 C on after 1 7 2014
Ships need to comply with the new Noise Code as per MSC.337(91). The Code
has mandatory and recommendatory provisions which sets out to prevent the
occurrence of potentially hazardous noise levels on board ships and to provide
standards for an acceptable environment for seafarers. Compliance with the
Code requires measurement of noise levels in work, navigation, accommodation
and service spaces under simulated port conditions and at normal service speed
at no less than 80% of the maximum continuous rating (MCR). Deviation from
this normal service condition may be permitted for ships with special propulsion
and power configurations, such as diesel-electric systems
78
SOLAS III/17-1
Recovery of
Persons
MSC.338(91) H M S All Ships 500 N 1 7 2014 C on after 1 7 2014
All ships are to be provided with plans and procedures for recovery of persons
from the water. The plans and procedures (which do not need to be approved
by the Administration) are to identify the equipment intended to be used for
recovery purposes and measures to be taken to minimize the risk to shipboard
personnel involved in recovery operations. RoRo passenger ships which are
fitted with an approved marine evacuation system are not required to comply
with this regulation.Guidelines for the development of plans and procedures for
recovery of persons from the water are contained in MSC.1/Circ.1447
79
SOLAS II-2
FSS Code
Revisions to the requirements in the Fire Fighting Systems (FFS) Code address
(a) fixed fire fighting systems of the gas, deck-foam, water-spray and water-mist
type; (b) starting conditions for the emergency fire pump; and (c) emergency
source of power requirements for fire detection alarms systems
80
SOLAS II-2
FSS Code -
Means of Escape
MSC.339(91) H M S Pass >12 N 1 7 2014 KL on after 1 7 2014
Clarification is provided on the sizing of landings used with stairwells as a
means of escape.
81
SOLAS II-2/10
FLAFES
Application
Fixed local application fire-extinguishing systems are to protect the fire hazard
portions of all internal combustion machinery, regardless if its use or function.
82
SOLAS II-2/10
FLAFES
Application
MSC.338(91) H M S All Ships 500 R 1 7 2014 KL on after 1 7 2002
Clarification is provided such that fixed local application fire-extinguishing
systems are to protect the fire hazard portions of internal combustion machinery
used only for the ship's main propulsion and power generation. This is a limited
application as opposed to the provisions for ships constructed on/after 1 July
2014.
83
SOLAS II-2
FSS Code
Fixed Fire
Systems
MSC.338(91)
MSC.339(91)
H M S All Ships 500 N 1 7 2014 KL before 1 7 2014
Vehicle spaces and RoRo spaces, which are capable of being sealed from a
location outside of the cargo spaces, are to be fitted with one of the three types
of fixed fire-extinguishing systems (gas, high-expansion foam or water-based)
as specified in the Fire Systems Safety (FSS) Code. Ships with vehicle spaces
and RoRo spaces that are not capable of being sealed from a location outside of
the cargo spaces are to be fitted with an FSS Code fixed water-based fire-
fighting system that is arranged with the additional provisions: (a) a pressure
gauge on the valve manifold; (b) clear marking on each manifold valve
indicating the spaces served; (c) maintenance and operation instructions located
in the valve room; and (d) a sufficient number of drainage valves to ensure
complete drainage of the system
84
SOLAS II-2
Breathing
apparatus
MSC.338(91) H M S All Ships 500 A 1 7 2014 KL on after 1 1 1900
All ships are to carry onboard a means of recharging breathing apparatus
cylinders used during drills or a suitable number of spare cylinders to replace
used cylinders.
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MSC.320(89)
MSC.81(70)
The release mechanism for on-load release and retrieval systems to be stable
such that, when the hook is fully reset in the closed position, the weight of the
lifeboat does not cause any force to be transmitted to the operating mechanism.
The locking devices are to be arranged so that they cannot turn-to-open due to
forces from the hook load. If a hydrostatic interlock is provided, it shall
automatically reset upon lifting the boat from the water. Safety factors for the
hydrostatic interlock and operating cables are now specified. Prototype testing
requirements are contained in resolution MSC.321(89).
86
SOLAS III
On-load
Release Gear
MSC.317(89)
MSC.320(89)
The release mechanism for on-load release and retrieval systems is to comply
with the new safety provisions contained in MSC.320(89).
87
SOLAS V/19.2
ECDIS
3000
< 10000
N 1 7 2014 KL on after 1 7 2014
88
SOLAS V/19
Speed Logs
Ships required to carry speed logs measuring speed through the water and
speed over the ground are to be provided with two separate devices.
89
IBC Code
Revisions to
Chapters 17, 18
and 19
MSC.340(91)
MEPC.225(64)
H M S, M Chem 500 A 1 6 2014 KL on after 1 1 1900
Chemical tankers are required to haul products in accordance with the revised
carriage requirements for products in Chapter 17 of the IBC Code, as well as
Chapters 18 and 19 of that Code. Approximately 150 products have revised
carriage requirements, a majority of which relate to the retroactive requirement,
under MSC.1/Circ.1374, that the Maximum Experimental Safe Gap (MESG)
value for the media used to test Flame Preventer Devices corresponds to the
product certified to be carried in the tank fitted with that tested device.
90
IBC Code
Revisions to
Chapters 17, 18
and 19
MSC.340(91)
MEPC.225(64)
H M S, M Chem 500 A 1 6 2014 KL on after 1 1 1900
Chemical tankers are required to haul products in accordance with the revised
carriage requirements for products in Chapter 17 of the IBC Code, as well as
Chapters 18 and 19 of that Code. Approximately 150 products have revised
carriage requirements, a majority of which relate to the retroactive requirement,
under MSC.1/Circ.1374, that the Maximum Experimental Safe Gap (MESG)
value for the media used to test Flame Preventer Devices corresponds to the
product certified to be carried in the tank fitted with that tested device.
91
SOLAS II-1 Safe
Return to Port
After Flooding
MSC.325(90) H M S Pass 12 120 N 1 1 2014 KL on after 1 1 2014
An onboard stability computer or access to shore-based support for the purpose
of providing operational information (based on MSC.1/Circ.1400) is to be
provided to the Master for facilitating the safe return to port after a flooding
casualty.
92
Fire Safety
Systems (FSS)
Code Revisions
Performance standards for fixed gas fire extinguishing systems fitted in
container and general cargo spaces as well as vehicle spaces and RoRo spaces
(excluding special category spaces) were revised in the FSS Code.
Specification for fixed foam systems for machinery spaces, cargo spaces,
vehicle spaces, RoRo spaces and special category spaces has been completely
revised.
93
MARPOL VI
Nox Code
MEPC.251(66) H M M All >0 N TBD TBD
Diesel engines (>130 kW) installed on ships are to meet the Tier III emission
standard on or after the date of adoption of a new ECA, or a later date as may
be specified in the amendment designating the new ECA, whichever is later for
operation in the new ECA. Purely recreational ships with a length < 24 m, ships
with a combined propulsion power < 750 kW (if design or construction prohibits
compliance), and purely recreational ships constructed prior to 1 January 2021
of less than 500 GT and with a length 24 m, are exempted
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MARPOL VI
Triple I Code
MEPC.247(66)
A.1070(28)
O M M na na na na na na na na na
Signatory States are subject to an audit for compliance with Code for
Implementation means the IMO Instruments Implementation Code (III Code)
adopted by resolution A.1070(28)
95
MARPOL
I, II, III, IV and V
MEPC.246(66)
A.1070(28)
O M M na na na na na na na na na
Signatory States are subject to an audit for compliance with Code for
Implementation means the IMO Instruments Implementation Code (III Code)
adopted by resolution A.1070(28)
96
MARPOL IV
Prevention of
Sewage Pollution
MEPC.218(63) O M M Pass 12 N 1 1 2018 D on after 1 1 2018
The resolution urges the development of standards for sewage treatment plants
for passenger ships operating within a special area (currently limited to the
Baltic Sea).
97
MARPOL IV
Prevention of
Sewage Pollution
MEPC.200(62) O M M Pass 12 N 1 1 2018 D on after 1 1 2018
Passenger ships are prohibited from discharging sewage within a special area
(currently limited to the Baltic Sea), unless: (1) the passenger ship is en route at
not less than 4 knots and not less than 3 nm from the nearest land; (2) the
passenger ship has in operation an approved sewage treatment plant which has
been certified under standards that are currently under development; and (3) the
effluent does not produce visible floating solids nor cause discoloration of
surrounding water.
98
MARPOL IV
Prevention of
Sewage Pollution
MEPC.200(62) O M M Pass 12 R 1 1 2018 KL on after 1 1 1900
been certified under resolution MEPC.159(55); and (3) the effluent does not
produce visible floating solids nor cause discoloration of surrounding water.
99
SOLAS VII
IBC Code
Revisions IGS
MSC.369(93) O M S Chem 500 A 1 1 2016 K on after 1 1 1990
When the application of inert gas is required by 11.1.1, before gas-freeing, the
cargo tanks shall be purged with inert gas through outlet pipes with cross-
sectional area such that an exit velocity of at least 20 m/s can be maintained
when any three tanks are being simultaneously supplied with inert gas. The
outlets shall extend not less than 2 m above the deck level. Purging shall
continue until the concentration of hydrocarbon or other flammable vapours in
the cargo tanks has been reduced to less than 2% by volume. Where an IG
System is required, application of inert gas in a tank containing an oxygen-
dependent inhibitor shall not take place before loading or during the voyage, but
shall be applied before commencement of unloading. This does not apply to
tanks 3,000 m3
100
IBC Code
(Tank Inerting)
MEPC.250(66) O M S Chem 500 A 1 1 2016 KL on after 1 1 1900
Prior to inerting and before gas-freeing cargo tanks, they shall be purged with
inert gas through outlet pipes that extend not less than 2 m above the deck level
and maintain a minimum exit velocity of at least 20 m/s when any three tanks
are being simultaneously supplied with inert gas. Purging is to continue until
the concentration of hydrocarbon or other flammable vapours in the cargo tanks
has been reduced to less than 2% by volume. When a product containing
an oxygen-dependent inhibitor is to be carried and inerting is required under
SOLAS, inert gas is not to be applied before loading or during the voyage, but
shall be applied before commencement of unloading. Where inerting is not
required by SOLAS, such product may be carried without inertion in tanks not
greater than 3,000 m3.
101
MARPOL IV
Prevention of
Sewage Pollution
MEPC.200(62) O M M Pass 12 N 1 1 2016 C on after 1 1 2016
surrounding water.
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MARPOL IV
Prevention of
Sewage Pollution
MEPC.200(62) O M M Pass 12 N 1 1 2016 KL on after 1 1 2016
surrounding water.
103
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
SEEMP
MEPC.203(62) O M M All 400 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
A Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP), containing procedures to
improve the energy efficiency of a ship's operation, is to be provided.
MEPC.1/Circ.795 exempts Fixed and floating platforms (including floating
production and/or storage units) and drilling rigs, regardless if self propelled or
non-self propelled.
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ICLL
Triple I Code
MSC.375(93)
A.1070(28)
O M L All Ships 12 500 A 1 1 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
Specific provisions in the 1966 ICLL are identified that the Flag State is subject
to an audit under the IMO Instruments Implementation Code (III Code) adopted
by the Organization by resolution A.1070(28).
105
STCW Covention
Triple I Code
MSC.373(93)
MSC.374(93)
A.1070(28)
O M STCW All Ships 12 500 A 1 1 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
Amendments mandate compliance with the STCW Code which is amended to
incorporate the Trople I Code (MSC.374(93)) which subjects flag States to an
audit under the IMO Instruments Implementation Code (III Code) adopted by the
Organization by resolution A.1070(28).
106
STCW Code
Triple I Code
MSC.374(93) O M STCW All Ships 12 500 A 1 1 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
Amendments clarify the extent to which flag States are subject to an audit under
the IMO Instruments Implementation Code (III Code) adopted by the
Organization by resolution A.1070(28).
107
SOLAS XIII
Triple I Code
MSC.366(93)
A.1070(28)
O M S All Ships 12 500 A 1 1 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
Flag States are subject to an audit under the IMO Instruments Implementation
Code (III Code) adopted by the Organization by resolution A.1070(28).
108
SOLAS XI-1
RO Code
MSC.350(92) O M S All Ships >12 500 A 1 1 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
Ships are required to be certified by a Recognized Organization found by the
flag Administration to comply with the international standard in MEPC.237(65).
109
SOLAS III
Emergency
training/drills
MSC.350(92) O M S Pass >12 A 1 1 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
On a voyage where passengers are scheduled to be on board for more than 24
hours, musters of, and safety briefings with, newly-embarked passengers shall
take place prior to or immediately upon departure
110
SOLAS III
Emergency
training/drills
MSC.350(92)
A.1050(27)
O M S All Ships >12 500 A 1 1 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
Crew members with enclosed space entry or rescue responsibilities onboard all
ships and high speed craft need to participate in an enclosed space entry and
rescue drill to be held on board the ship at least once every two months. Drills
should be planned and conducted using the required equipment and should take
into account the newly approved Recommendations for entering enclosed
spaces aboard ships as per resolution A.1050(27).
111
SOLAS
1994 HSC Code
Emergency
training/drills
MSC.351(92)
A.1050(27)
O M S HSC >12 500 A 1 1 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
Regulation
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SOLAS
2000 HSC Code
Emergency
training/drills
MSC.351(92)
A.1050(27)
O M S HSC >12 500 A 1 1 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
113
ISM Code
Amendments
MSC.353(92) O M S All Ships >12 500 A 1 1 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
ISM Code revision requires the Company to ensure that the ship appropriately
manned in order to encompass all aspects of maintaining safe operations on
board based on the Principles of minimum safe manning (A.1047(27)). The
Company should periodically verify whether all those undertaking delegated ISM-
related tasks are acting in conformity with the Company's responsibilities under
the Code.
114
ICLL 88 Protocol
RO Code
MSC.356(92) O M L All >24 A 1 1 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
Ships are required to be certified by a Recognized Organization found by the
flag Administration to comply with the international standard in MEPC.237(65).
115
MODU Code
(1979)
Emergency
training/drills
MSC.357(92)
A.1050(27)
O M S MODU >0 A 1 1 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
116
MODU Code
(1989)
Emergency
training/drills
MSC.358(92)
A.1050(27)
117
MODU Code
(20099)
Emergency
training/drills
MSC.359(92)
A.1050(27)
118
DSC Code
Emergency
training/drills
MSC.360(92)
A.1050(27)
O M S DSC >12 500 A 1 1 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
119
MARPOL Annexes
I and II RO
Code
MEPC.238(65) O M M All 400 A 1 1 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
Ships subject to MARPOL I and/or II are required to be certified by a
Recognized Organization found by the flag Administration to comply with the
international standard in MEPC.237(65).
120
MARPOL I/20
Condition
Assessment
Scheme
MEPC.236(65) O M M Oil 5000 R P 1 10 2014 D < 6 7 1996
Editorial revisions to the Condition Assessment Scheme are made to take into
account that resolution A.744(18), as amended, has been replaced by the ESP
Code as per A.1049(27).
Regulation
Reference
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SOLAS II-1
Cargo Oil Tank
Coating
Performance
Standards -
Revisions
MSC.342(91)
MSC.288(87)
O M S Crude 5000 N A 1 7 2014 C on after 1 7 2013
Reference to resolution A.744(18) is replaced by a reference to the 2011 ESP
Code adopted by resolution A.1049(27)
122
SOLAS II-1
Cargo Oil Tank
Coating
Performance
Standards -
Revisions
MSC.342(91)
MSC.288(87)
O M S Crude 5000 N A 1 7 2014 KL on after 1 7 2013
123
SOLAS II-1
Cargo Oil Tank
Coating
Performance
Standards -
MSC.342(91)
MSC.288(87)
O M S Crude 5000 N A 1 7 2014 D on after 1 1 2016
124
SOLAS II-1/3-2
BW and DSS
Coating Standard
MSC.341(91)
MSC.215(82)
MSC.216(82)
O M S All Ships 5000 R A 1 7 2014 C on after 1 7 2008
125
SOLAS II-1/3-2
BW and DSS
Coating Standard
MSC.341(91)
MSC.215(82)
MSC.216(82)
O M S All Ships 5000 R A 1 7 2014 KL on after 1 1 2009
126
SOLAS II-1/3-2
BW and DSS
Coating Standard
MSC.341(91)
MSC.215(82)
MSC.216(82)
O M S All Ships 5000 R A 1 7 2014 D on after 1 7 2012
127
SOLAS
Certificate Forms
MSC.343(91) O M S All Ships 500 A P 1 7 2014 KL on after 1 1 1900
Alignment of certificate forms in the 1988 SOLAS Protocol and in SOLAS 74/78
is provided.
128
SOLAS
Certificate Forms
MSC.344(91) O M S All Ships 500 A P 1 7 2014 KL on after 1 1 1900
Alignment of certificate forms in the 1988 SOLAS Protocol and in SOLAS 74/78
is provided.
129
ICLL/27 Stability
Assessments
MSC.345(91) O M S All Ships 24 N 1 7 2014 KL on after 1 7 2014
The initial condition of loading prior to flooding due to the specified damage is
revised from 50% of each individual tank and space to 50% of the ship's total
capacity of tanks and spaces fitted to contain each type of consumables and
stores. Ballast water tanks are to be assumed empty with no free surface
correction. Two alternative methods for determining free surface corrections (an
actual correction using the free surface moments according to the assumed tank
fillings for damage case and a virtual correction with an assumed tank loading
specified) are now specified. Where onboard stability software is used, it does
not need to show compliance with the residual stability criteria specified in
regulation 27(13).
130
SOLAS II-2/19
IMDG Code
MSC.372(93) O M S All Ships 0 A 1 1 2014 KL on after 1 1 1999
Ships carrying dangerous goods in packaged form are to comply with these
revisions of the IMDG Code.
131 CSC MSC.355(92) O M CSC All Ships 500 A 1 1 2014 KL on after 1 1 1900
Specifications for testing and the Safety Approval Plate of containers approved
on/after 1 Jan 2014 are revised.
132
SOLAS XI-1 ESP
Code
MSC.325(90)
A.1049(27)
O M S Oil 500 A 1 1 2014 KL on after 1 1 1999
The Enhanced Survey Program as contained in A.744(18) is replaced by the
International Code on the Enhanced Programme of Inspections during Surveys
of Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers, 2011 (2011 ESP Code) as adopted by the
Assembly of the Organization by A.1049(27).
Regulation
Reference
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Code
MSC.325(90)
A.1049(27)
O M S Bulk 500 A 1 1 2014 KL on after 1 1 1999
The Enhanced Survey Program as contained in A.744(18) is replaced by the
International Code on the Enhanced Programme of Inspections during Surveys
of Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers, 2011 (2011 ESP Code) as adopted by the
Assembly of the Organization by A.1049(27).
134
SOLAS III/20
Testing of FFLB
MSC.325(90) O M S All 500 A 1 1 2014 KL on after 1 1 1999
As an alternative to free-fall launch with only the operating crew on board,
simulated operational testing (based on MSC.1/Circ.1206/Rev.1) is permitted to
be carried out for free fall life boats (FFLB) during the annual and 5-year
overhaul survey. This is in line with SOLAS III/20 which already allows such
simulated testing at least once every three months during an abandon ship drill.
135
SOLAS VI/5
Onboard Blending
MSC.325(90) O M S All 500 A 1 1 2014 KL on after 1 1 1999
Physical blending of bulk liquid cargoes during sea voyages is prohibited
(blending while in port is acceptable). Physical blending utilizes the ship's
cargo pumps and piping system to circulate onboard two or more different
cargoes with the intent to achieve a cargo with a new product designation.
Production processes (i.e., deliberate operations whereby a chemical reaction
between a ship's cargo and any other substance or cargo takes place) during
sea voyages is also prohibited, except onboard ships involved with search and
exploitation of seabed mineral resources.
136
2000 HSC Code
Radio
Communication
Testing
MSC.326(90) O M S HSC 12 500 A 1 1 2014 KL on after 1 7 2002
Annual testing of satellite EPIRBs is to be carried out at intervals within 3
months before the expiry date, or 3 months before or after the anniversary date
of the HSC CertificateCraft Safety Certificate
137
SOLAS II-2/19
IMDG Code
MSC.328(90) O M S All Ships 0 A 1 1 2014 KL on after 1 1 1999
Ships carrying dangerous goods in packaged form are to comply with this
complete consolidated and updated version of the IMDG Code.
138
ICLL 66/88
Revisions
MSC.329(90) O M L All Ships 24 A 1 1 2014 KL on after 1 1 1999
The coordinates of, and seasonal period of operation in, the northern boundary
of the Southern Winter Seasonal Zone are revised.
139
MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
US Virgin Islands
ECA
MEPC.202(62) O M M All 400 A 1 1 2014 KL on after 1 1 1900
When operating in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and the United States
Virgin Islands ECA, the use of 1.0 percent sulphur fuel oil on 1 January 2014
reducing to 0.10 percent on 1 January 2015, is required. Steamships built on or
before 1 August 2011, which are not designed to use distillate or natural gas
fuels, are exempted from the low sulphur fuel requirements when operating in
these two ECAs, until 1 January 2020.
140
MARPOL III
Packaged Harmful
Substances
MEPC.193(61) O M M All > 0 A 1 1 2014 KL on after 1 1 1900
Harmful substances, when carried in packaged form, are to comply with the
provisions of the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code.
141
MARPOL IV
Prevention of
Sewage Pollution
MEPC.227(64)
MEPC.159(55)
H G M Pass 12 R 1 1 2018 KL on after 1 1 1900
Sewage treatment plants on passenger ships intending to discharge sewage
effluent in special areas (currently the Baltic Sea) are to be type approved to
additionally meet the specified effluent standards.
142
SOLAS VII
BCH Code
Revisions
Stability PC
MSC.376(93) H G S Chem 500 R P 1 1 2016 K before 1 1 2016
Regulation
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SOLAS VII
GC Code
Revisions
Stability PC
MSC.377(93) H G S GasLng 500 R P 1 1 2016 K before 1 1 2016
144
MARPOL VI/13
Non-identical
Engine
Replacement
MEPC.230(65) H G M All 400 A INS 1 1 2016 KL on after 1 1 2000
Guidelines for replacing a MARPOL Annex VI certified engine (power output >
130 kW) with a non-identical replacement engine on or after 1 January 2016
requires that engine to be Tier III compliant if it is on a ship operating in an ECA,
unless the replacement engine of a similar rating complying with Tier III is not
commercially available or Tier III compliance requires the engine to be fitted with
a NOx reducing device which cannot be installed in the limited space available
on board or it releases extensive heat that could have adverse impact on the
ships structure, sheeting, and/or equipment due to additional ventilation and/or
insulation not being possible.
145
MARPOL IV
Prevention of
Sewage Pollution
MEPC.227(64)
MEPC.159(55)
H G M Pass 12 N 1 1 2016 C on after 1 1 2016
Sewage treatment plants installed on passenger ships intending to discharge
sewage effluent in special areas (currently the Baltic Sea) are to be type
approved to additionally meet the specified effluent standards.
146
MARPOL IV
Prevention of
Sewage Pollution
MEPC.227(64)
MEPC.159(55)
H G M Pass 12 N 1 1 2016 KL on after 1 1 2016
Sewage treatment plants installed on passenger ships intending to discharge
sewage effluent in special areas (currently the Baltic Sea) are to be type
approved to additionally meet the specified effluent standards.
147
SOLAS II-1
Inclinometers
MSC.363(92) H G S All Ships >12 500 A INS 1 7 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
Electronic inclinometers intended to support the decision-making process on
board should comply with these performance standards.
148
MARPOL VI/21
Reference Line for
Required EEDI
MEPC.231(65) H G M Bulk 10000 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
These 2013 Guidelines provide the basis for calculating the reference lines for
use with the Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) for all types of ships
specified in regulation 21.
149
MARPOL VI/21
Reference Line for
Required EEDI
MEPC.231(65) H G M GasLng 2000 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
150
MARPOL VI/21
Reference Line for
Required EEDI
MEPC.231(65) H G M Oil 4000 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
151
MARPOL VI/21
Reference Line for
Required EEDI
MEPC.231(65) H G M Chem 4000 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
Regulation
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Reference Line for
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Reference Line for
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Reference Line for
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MEPC.231(65) H G M Chem 4000 N 1 7 2015 KL on after 1 7 2013
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MARPOL VI/21
Minimum Power
Guidelines
MEPC.232(65) H G M Bulk 10000 N 1 7 2015 KL on after 1 7 2013
These interim guidelines establish the minimum installed propulsion power to
maintain the manoeuvrability in adverse conditions, as specified in regulation
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21.5
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SOLAS V
Bridge Equipment
MSC.302(87)
MSC.191(79)
A.694(17)
H G S All Ships 500 A INS 1 7 2014 KL on after 1 1 1900
In addition to the general requirements set out in the General requirements for
shipborne radio equipment performing part of the GMDSS and for electronic
navigational aids (resolution A.694(17), as amended) and the presentation
requirements set out in the Performance standards for the presentation of
navigation-related information on shipborne navigational displays (resolution
MSC.191(79)), central alert management (CAM systems should meet the
requirements of these performance standards and IMO guidelines on ergonomic
principles.
189
SOLAS V
VDR Standards
MSC.333(90) H G S All Ships 500 A INS 1 7 2014 KL on after 1 1 1999
The VDR performance standards are revised to provide greater assistance to
investigate casualties by allowing for a combination of a fixed recording medium
and float-free recording medium and long-term recording medium to be the final
recording medium. Performance standards for each medium is provided.
190
MARPOL VI
Incinerators
MEPC.244(66)
MEPC.93(45)
MEPC.76(40)
H G M Pass 12 400 A INS 4 4 2014 KL on after 1 1 1900
Incinerators having capacities up to 4000 kW should comply with these 2014
Standard Specification for Shipboard Incinerators. Revisions to several
definitions are included so as to be consistent with definitions contained in the
text of MARPOL. However, the emission standard remains the same as that
contained in resolution MEPC.76(40) which was limited to incinerator capacities
up to 1500 kW
191
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Approved Method
MEPC.243(66) H G M All 400 A INS 4 4 2014
KL
KL
on after
before
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2000
These Guidelines assist parties concerned with implementing the Approved
Method process, when relevant, for engines sized > 5000 kW and 90 liters /
cylinder
192
MARPOL VI
Approved Method
MEPC.243(66) H G M All 400 A INS 4 4 2014
KL
KL
on after
before
1
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2000
These Guidelines assist Administrations by providing an outline of the
information to be submitted to IMO for inclusion in the notification of certification
of an Approved Method as required under MARPOL VI/13.7.1
193
SOLAS II-1/4
OSV Code
Damage Stability
MSC.335(90)
MSC.235(82)
H G S OSV 500 N 1 1 2014 KL on after 22 11 2012
The longitudinal and transverse extent of damage of an OSV are revised. For
lengths between 80m and 100m, the longitudinal extent was increased from 3m
plus 3% L to 1/3L2/3 and the transverse extent was increased from 760mm to
B/20, but not less than 760 mm. The stability of OSV's > 100m remains with the
discretion of the Administration
Regulation
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EEDI
MEPC.245(66)
MEPC.224(64)
MEPC.212(63)
O G M All 400 N 1 7 2015 C on after 1 7 2015
2014 amendments to the 2012 Guidelines on the method of calculation of the
attained Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) as per MEPC.212(63), as
amended by resolution MEPC.224(64), recommend: EEDI calculation methods
for LNG carriers having diesel-electric propulsion; additional electrical power
consumption for the management of Boil-off Gas onboard LNG carriers being
accounted for in the term PAE of the EEDI formula; Fj correction factor for RoRo
cargo, RoRo passenger ships, general cargo ships; Fj correction factor for
general cargo ships equipped with cranes and cargo gear and use of DWT
instead of GT for the size threshold of RoRo passenger ships
195
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Bulk 10000 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
This resolution amends the 2012 Guidelines (MEPC.214(63)) by allowing for the
use of ITTC Recommended Procedures in addition to ISO Standards for EEDI
Survey and Certification.
196
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M GasLng 2000 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
197
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Oil 4000 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
198
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Chem 4000 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
199
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Cont 10000 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
200
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Refer 3000 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
201
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Combo 4000 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
202
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M RoRo 400 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
203
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M RoRo 12 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
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MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Pass 12 N 1 7 2015 D on after 1 7 2015
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MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Bulk 10000 N 1 7 2015 KL on after 1 7 2013
206
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M GasLng 2000 N 1 7 2015 KL on after 1 7 2013
207
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Oil 4000 N 1 7 2015 KL on after 1 7 2013
208
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Chem 4000 N 1 7 2015 KL on after 1 7 2013
209
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Cont 10000 N 1 7 2015 KL on after 1 7 2013
210
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Refer 3000 N 1 7 2015 KL on after 1 7 2013
211
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Combo 4000 N 1 7 2015 KL on after 1 7 2013
212
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M RoRo 400 N 1 7 2015 KL on after 1 7 2013
213
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M RoRo 12 N 1 7 2015 KL on after 1 7 2013
214
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Pass 12 N 1 7 2015 KL on after 1 7 2013
Regulation
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MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
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MEPC.234(65) O G M Bulk 10000 N 1 7 2015 C on after 1 1 2013
216
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M GasLng 2000 N 1 7 2015 C on after 1 1 2013
217
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Oil 4000 N 1 7 2015 C on after 1 1 2013
218
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Chem 4000 N 1 7 2015 C on after 1 1 2013
219
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Cont 10000 N 1 7 2015 C on after 1 1 2013
220
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Refer 3000 N 1 7 2015 C on after 1 1 2013
221
MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Combo 4000 N 1 7 2015 C on after 1 1 2013
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MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M RoRo 400 N 1 7 2015 C on after 1 1 2013
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MARPOL VI EEDI
Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M RoRo 12 N 1 7 2015 C on after 1 1 2013
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Survey and
Certification
Guidelines
MEPC.234(65) O G M Pass 12 N 1 7 2015 C on after 1 1 2013
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Chapter IV
Attained EEDI
Calculation
Method
MEPC.224(64)
MEPC.212(63)
O G M All 400 N 1 7 2015 C on after 1 7 2015
The 2012 Guidelines on the method of calculation of the attained Energy
Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) for new ships, as contained in resolution
MEPC.212(63), with respect to the effect of shaft generators and motors on the
the total propulsion power.
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MARPOL VI
Chapter IV
Attained EEDI
Calculation
Method
MEPC.212(63) O G M All 400 N 1 7 2015 C on after 1 7 2015
MEPC.1/Circ.681, which contains interim guidelines on the method of
calculation of the Attained EEDI for new ships, was revised and is superseded
by the 2012 Guidelines on the method of calculation of the attained Energy
Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) for new ships as contained in resolution
MEPC.212(63).
227
SOLAS
RO Code
MSC.349(92) O G S All Ships >12 400 A 17 5 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
This resolution contains the international standard and consolidated instrument
containing minimum criteria against which recognized organizations are
assessed towards recognition and authorization and the guidelines for the
oversight or ROs by flag States
228
MARPOL RO
Code
MEPC.237(65) O G M All 400 A 17 5 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
This resolution contains the international standard and consolidated instrument
containing minimum criteria against which recognized organizations are
assessed towards recognition and authorization and the guidelines for the
oversight or ROs by flag States
229
MARPOL V
Prevention of
Garbage Pollution
MEPC.239(65)
MEPC.201(62)
O G M All 0 A 17 5 2015 KL on after 1 1 1900
Under these amednments to the 2012 Guidelines for the implementation of
MARPOL Annex V, E-waste (e.g., electronic cards, gadgets, instruments,
equipment, computers, printer cartridges, etc.) generated onboard the ship is to
be separated from the other types of specified garbage.
230
SOLAS V
LRIT Data Center
MSC.361(92) O G S All Ships 500 A 1 1 2014 KL on after 1 1 1999
USA and EMSA should continue hosting, maintaining and operating the
International LRIT Data Exchange beyond 2013, until advised otherwise.
231
MARPOL V
Implementation of
Garbage
Management
MEPC.219(63) O G M All 100 A 1 1 2014 KL on after 1 1 1999
Significant revisions of the Guidelines for implementation of MARPOL V are the
prohibition of discharge of (1) cargo hold cleaning agents and additives in hold
wash water and (2) incinerator ash (which had previously been allowed to be
discharged outside of Special Areas 12 nautical miles or more from the nearest
land) regardless of the area of
operation.
232
SOLAS V
LRIT Data Center
MSC.330(90)
MSC263(84)
O G S All Ships 500 A 1 1 2014 KL on after 1 1 1999 LRIT Data Centers no longer need to report on its charges and related currency.
233
SOLAS V
Use of LRIT Data
MSC.331(90) O G S All Ships 500 A 1 1 2014 KL on after 1 1 1999
Distribution facilities for the provision of LRIT information to security forces
operating in waters of the Gulf of Aden and the western Indian Ocean was
enhanced to include.polling functionalities so as to more accurately identify the
current position of ships approaching areas of high risk of piracy attack.
P = first periodic (renewal) survey after indicated date
"SLR" = first safety radio survey after indicated date
"SLE" = first safety equipment survey after indicated date
I = first Intermediate (I) survey after date
A = first Annual (A) survey after date
This table is a summary for informational purposes only. While ABS attempts to highlight aspects of regulations that will interest the greatest number of readers, such a Summary cannot be a complete statement of all regulations nor of any particular
regulation and the nuances of its implementation. ABS expressly disclaims all warranties including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. This table should not be considered legal advice.
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AN = anniversary date in year
FS = First survey (including survey during construction) after indicated date
DL = Delivery Date
KL =keel laying date; 1900 is artifice to capture all ships B =Date of build D =Delivery date
C = Contracted for construction
a = Adopted date of non-mandatory Resolutions
DD = First out of water dry docking scheduled after indicated date
T = tested after date indicated
> = on or after indicated date
< = before indicated date
TBD = To Be Determined
Ship Types
All - all types of ships, barges and MODUs
All Ships - is a self-propelled ship of any type and SP-MODUs
Pass - a Passenger Ship is a ship which carries more than the indicated number of passengers
PassC - a cruise passenger ship not having a cargo deck, designed exclusively for commercial transportation of passengers in overnight accommodations on a sea voyage
RoRo - a ship with RoRo cargo spaces as defined in SOLAS II-2/3(41)
RoRoV a RoRo cargo ship (vehicle carrier) means a multi deck roll-on-roll-off cargo ship designed for the carriage of empty cars and trucks
RoRoC a RoRo cargo ship means a ship designed for the carriage of roll-on-roll-off cargo transportation units
RoRoP a RoRo passenger ship means a passenger ship with roll-on-roll-off cargo spaces
HSC - is a High Speed Craft capable of a maximum speed in meters per second (m/s) equal to or exceeding a value of 3.7(VOL DISPL)0.1667
Cargo - is any ship type (including SP-MODUs) which is not a passenger ship
Cont - is a ship designed exclusively for the carriage of containers in holds and on deck
GenCargo - means a ship, other than a tanker or a bulk carrier, with a multi-deck or single deck hull designed primarily for the carriage of general cargo
Refer means a ship designed exclusively for the carriage of refrigerated cargoes in holds.
Tanker - a "cargo ship" constructed or adapted for the carriage in bulk of liquid cargoes of an inflammable nature
Crude - an oil tanker engaged in the trade of carrying crude oil
Product - an oil tanker engaged in the trade of carrying oil other than crude oil
GasLng - a cargo ship constructed or adapted and used for the carriage in bulk of any liquid gas (including LNG) or other product listed in Chapter 19 of the International Gas Carrier Code.
LNG carrier - means a cargo ship constructed or adapted and used for the carriage in bulk of liquefied natural gas (only LNG)
Combo - a combination carrier is a ship designed to carry either oil or alternatively solid cargoes in bulk.
Ore - a single deck ships having two longitudinal bulkheads and a double bottom throughout the cargo region and intended for the carriage of ore cargoes in the centre holds only.
Fish Fishing Vessel
DSC Dynamically Support Craft
MODU - a Mobile Offshore Drilling Unit is any vessel capable of engaging in drilling operations for the exploration or exploitation of resources beneath the sea-bed such as liquid or gaseous hydrocarbons, sulphur or salt
SP-MODU - a self propelled MODU
Ship Size
LOA - length overall
LLL - 1966 Load Line Length
gt - gross tonnage as per the 1969 Tonnage Convention
dwt - deadweight
88L - length according to the 1988 Load Line Protocol
66L - length according to the 1966 Load Line Convention
OSV - A vessel primarily engaged in the transport of stores, materials and equipment to offshore installations which is designed with accommodation and bridge erections in the forward part of the vessel and an
exposed cargo deck in the after part for the handling of cargo at sea
Bulk - a bulk carrier is a ship which is constructed generally with single deck, top-side and hopper side tanks in cargo spaces, and is intended primarily to carry dry cargo in bulk and includes such types as ORE
carriers and combination (COMBO) carriers
Oil - a tanker constructed or adapted primarily to carry oil in bulk in its cargo spaces and includes combination carriers and any "chemical tanker" as defined in Annex II of the present
Chem - a cargo ship constructed or adapted primarily to carry a cargo of noxious liquid substances in bulk and includes an "oil tanker" as defined in Annex I of the present Convention when it

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