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NewsClass rules harmonised for efficiency
Bill Thomson explores the major themes behind the forthcoming publication of integrated class rules from DNV GL, as the class society updates and streamlines the guidance of its two pre-merger predecessors.
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IMAREM to launch MRV shipping programme
Energy and emissions monitoring expert, IMAREM, has introduced a new MRV programme offering a complete solution to the new EU requirements regarding monitoring, reporting and verification of vessels’ carbon emissions.
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Biofuel regulations threaten tanker productivity
A spot survey of product tankers has revealed that few are prepared for impending regulations on the monitoring of biofuel discharge, according to Rivertrace Engineering.
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IHO updates ECDIS standards
The International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO) has reviewed and updated some of its ECDIS Standards to reflect lessons learned from earlier reports of unexpected chart behaviour in some ECDIS.
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DNV GL launches class rules consultation
DNV GL has distributed its new merged and amended class rules to more than 800 stakeholders as part of an extensive consultation ahead of their publication in October.
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Hull performance standard reaches draft stage
The International Organization of Standardization (ISO) is to circulate a draft of ISO 19030 Parts 1 and 2, prescribing methods for measuring hull and propeller performance and defining performance indicators for maintenance, repair and retrofitting.
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Industry concerns over US energy proposals
Legislation under development by the US on the export of LNG – and crude oil if a historical export ban is lifted – could result in foreign ship operators being excluded from the lucrative market, the International Chamber of Shipping has warned.
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New rules for large container ships
The International Association of Classifications Societies (IACS) has announced the adoption of new Unified Requirements (UR) intended to improve the safety of large container ships and enhance consistency between class society provisions.
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Tankers not ready for ECDIS mandate
Just 54% of the global tanker fleet comply with the SOLAS regulations on the mandatory carriage of ECDIS, which came into force on 1 July 2015, according to data from the UK Hydrographic Organisation (UKHO).
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IMO set to adopt draft IGF Code
The draft International Code of Safety for Ships using Gasses or other Low-flashpoint Fuels (IGF Code) is expected to be adopted by the IMO’s Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) during its 95th session on 3-12 June.
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Progress on key issues at MEPC 68
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has reported progress on several fronts during the 68th session of its Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) from 11 to 15 May 2015.
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Class focus on structure and fuel
Recent developments on container ship safety and emission control by classification societies will have a significant impact on ship design and operation, writes John Barnes.
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IMO adopts polar environmental revisions
Vessels trading in the Polar Regions now have new safety and environmental regulations to comply with following the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee’s (MEPC) adoption of the Polar Code and associated MARPOL amendments.
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“No excuse for inaction” on BWM Convention
IMO Secretary General Koji Sekimizu has argued that lack of clear US type approval for ballast water management systems (BWMS) is no reason to delay ratification of the organisation’s global Ballast Water Management Convention.
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Industry seeks answers on BWMS
The IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) meeting in London this week will address a multi-party submission suggesting ‘grandfathering’ of early type-approved ballast water treatment systems, ensuring that first adopters are not penalised as regulations evolve.
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IMO launches BWM tools
The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has launched a new online learning portal with free online tools to help with the implementation of the BWM Convention.
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Polar Code adoption on busy MEPC agenda
Adoption of the Polar Code, an implementation timeframe for the Ballast Water Management Conevention and methodology discussions for a review on low-sulphur fuel availability are highlights of a busy IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee meeting this month.
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ISO certificates for German service providers
DNV GL has certified German maritime services providers Liberty One and Handelshaus Bremen under ISO 9001 and 14001 for their quality and environment management systems.
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ClassNK investigates brittle crack arrest design
ClassNK is to carry out joint research into preventing brittle fractures, aimed at improving safety standards for ultra-large container ships.
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Work to 2020 sulphur deadline, ICS urges
The shipping and bunker refining industries should not rely on a postponement to the IMO’s global 0.5% cap on sulphur in fuel, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has said.
