After the Maritime Safety Committee of the International Maritime Organization (MSC 107) that was held from 31 May - 9 June 2023, the IMO has published 18 MSC Resolutions, mostly amending its conventions and codes.
The majority of these resolutions will enter into force in 2024, 2025, or 2026.
Considering that there are as many as 18 resolutions, we will only list them.
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MSC.531(107): Strengthening Measures for Ensuring the Safety of International Shipping
Entering into force on 1 January 2024:
MSC.548(107): International Code of Safety for Diving Operations, 2023 (2023 DIVING Code)
Entering into force on 1 January 2025:
Entering into force on 1 January 2026:
MSC.532(107): Amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974
MSC.543(107): Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships, 2008 (2008 SPS Code)
MSC.538(107): Amendments to the International Code For Ships Operating in Polar Waters (POLAR Code)
MSC.542(107): Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships,1983 (1983 SPS Code)
Entering into force on 1 January 2029:
MSC.535(107): Amendments to the International Life-Saving Appliance Code (LSA Code)
Marine Regulations News
The MSC deals with all matters related to maritime safety and maritime security which fall within the scope of IMO, covering both passenger ships and all kinds of cargo ships.
This includes updating the SOLAS Convention and related codes, such as those covering dangerous goods, life-saving appliances and fire safety systems.
The MSC also deals with human element issues, including amendments to the STCW Convention on training and certification of seafarers.
The MSC has a wide range of issues on its current agenda, including goal-based standards, autonomous vessels, piracy and armed robbery against ships, cyber security, e-navigation and the modernization of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS).
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