Addressing violence and harassment at sea has been a priority for the international maritime community and seafarer welfare organisations, flag states and industry bodies provided evidence and advocacy that shaped a coordinated regulatory response. That response is reflected in a mandatory minimum standard, applicable to every seafarer on an international trading SOLAS vessel, from 1 January 2026.
That standard is set by IMO Resolution MSC.560(108). Starting from 1 January 2026, all seafarers on an international trading SOLAS vessel will be required to demonstrate competence in the prevention of and response to violence, harassment, sexual harassment, bullying and sexual assault as part of Basic Safety Training. This is not a flag state recommendation or a company policy guideline. This is a minimum standard under international maritime law.
Below are ten points that explain what has changed, who it affects and what seafarers, crewing managers and training providers need to do.
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How IMO came up with the new mandatory standard
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