REGULATION

China MSA clarifies service supplier localisation exemption

The Chinese authorities have issued a clarification that new regulations covering the control and monitoring of service suppliers in China are not applicable to foreign service providers which do not require a fixed location workshop and only work on foreign-flagged vessels.

LR warned that owners and operators must ensure that all servicing done in China should meet revised China MSA requirements but also be acceptable to Lloyd’s Register and/or the ship’s Flag Administration Photo: LR

The Chinese authorities have issued a clarification that new regulations covering the control and monitoring of service suppliers in China are not applicable to foreign service providers which do not require a fixed location workshop and only work on foreign-flagged vessels.

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