Regulatory amendments 

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is the global standard-setting authority for the safety, security and environmental performance of international shipping. As a Recognized Organization by more than 160 Flag Administrations, and a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS), Bureau Veritas can anticipate upcoming IMO developments and use its considerable expertise to help clients adhere to the detailed requirements.

Navigating Statutory Requirements is an easy-to-use database of new regulations entering into force, devised to help clients determine which requirements are applicable to their situation.

Our database includes information regarding:

  • Applicability for new ships, existing ships, or both
  • Applicability by ship type: all ships, bulk carriers, Ro-Ro and passenger ships, tankers, and other cargo ships
  • Conventions and Codes: SOLAS, MARPOL, Load Line, BWM, Polar Code, IMSBC Code, ESP Code, etc.
  • Date of entry into force
  • References to the MSC or MEPC Resolution

LATEST AMENDMENTS

Amendments entering into force in 2025-2028

  • All Ships
  • Non-Solas Vessels
  • Gas Carriers
  • High-Speed Craft
  • Passenger Ships
  • Special Purpose Ships (SPS)

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