IACS Updates Unified Requirement on Crankcase Explosions

As the industry shifts towards alternative fuels in response to environmental regulations and sustainability goals, the safety risks associated with these fuels cannot be overlooked, says the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).

IMO has issued a document from IACS on updating SOLAS II-2/9 to incorporate fire containment guidance and clarify existing requirements.

The IMO published a document to the MSC from Cyprus, Greece, and others, raising concerns about the revised IACS Recommendation 34.

IMO publishes guidance on MARPOL Annex VI amendments for enhanced granularity in fuel consumption data reporting under the IMO DCS.

IMO published LC-LP.2/Circ.25 on Denmark-Sweden MoU under the 1996 Protocol to the Convention on Marine Pollution.

IMO issued a circular under the BWM Convention, providing an updated list of ballast water systems using Active Substances with approvals.