15 May 2012

Statutory Update

Keeping updated on new and retroactive requirements from IMO can be a chal lenge. Hence we have made a summary with the most important IMO requirements entering into force from 1st July 2012 to 1st of July 2013. Afull overview can be found in Requirement Explorer TM which you can access through DNV Exchange. This information is recommended to Technical, Safety, Quality and Operation departments of shipping companies, but there is also information relevant for yards and newbuilding departments. We hope you will find the information useful. Should you have any further questions please feel free to contact us at flag.state.group@dnv.com.

1. Amendments that enter into force 2012-07-01

Convention/ Code SOLAS Regulation V/19.2.2.3.2 (new subpara.3.2) V/19.2.2.3.3 (new subpara.3.3) V/19.2.10.1 (new subpara.10.1) V/19.2.10.2 (new subpara.10.2) Date of entry into force 2012-07-01 First PSSC survey after. 2012-07-01 First safety equipment survey after. 2012-07-01 Applicable to Passenger vessels, keel-laid <= 2011-06-30. Cargo vessels, keel-laid <= 2011-06-30, GT >= 3000. Passenger vessels, keel-laid >= 2012-07-01, GT >= 500. Chemical tankers and oil tankers, keel-laid >= 2012-07-01, GT >= 3000. Cargo vessels, HSC/ DSC and passenger vessels, keel-laid >= 2012-07-01. Passenger vessels, keel-laid >= 2010-07-01. Subject Bridge navigational watch alarm system (BNWAS) required and shall be in operation whenever the ship is underway at sea. Bridge navigational watch alarm system (BNWAS) required and shall be in operation whenever the ship is underway at sea. Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) required, i.e. no longer only an option, it has become mandatory. Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) required, i.e. no longer only an option, it has become mandatory. Adoption of the 2010 FTP Code superseding the FTP Code of 1996 (Res. MSC.61(67)). Editorial change to clarify that emergency lighting in all cabins on board passenger vessels, as required by the Dec. 2006 Am., Res. MSC.216(82), is applicable to ships constructed on or after 2010-07-01.

SOLAS

SOLAS

SOLAS

2012-07-01

2010 FTP Code

2012-07-01

SOLAS

II-1/41.6

2012-07-01

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Convention/ Code SOLAS

Regulation II-2/1

Date of entry into force 2012-07-01

Applicable to Cargo vessels and passenger vessels, keel-laid >= 2012-07-01.

Subject The application date is changed from 1 July 2002 to 1 July 2012 in paragraphs 1.1, 1.2.2, 2.1, 3.1 and 3.2, and in paragraph 2.1 amendments which have entered into force between these two dates have been added to the list of requirements applicable to existing ships. Text replaced giving reference to the 2010 FTP code as adopted by resolution MSC.307(88), i.e. the 2010 FTP Code superseding the existing FTP Code of 1996. A fixed fire detection and fire alarm system also required in enclosed spaces containing incinerators. The Automatic Identification System (AIS) shall be tested annually by an approved surveyor or an approved testing or servicing facility verifying the functionality of the AIS as specified in the new paragraph. A copy of the test report shall be retained on board the ship. Reg. 23 replaced with a new text applicable for equipment and arrangements for pilot transfer installed on or after 1 July 2012. Due regard shall also be paid to Res. A.1045(27), Pilot transfer arrangement (adopted at the 27th Assembly in Dec 2012). In the new reg.23 text the description of the use of combination arrangements (i.e. accommodation ladder in conjunction with pilot ladder) is more extensive, and the use of mechanical hoist is abandoned. Certification of pilot ladders by manufacturer introduced together with requirement for inspection at annual / periodical surveys, identification and record keeping. Footnotes are also changed, giving references to MSC.1/Circs and ISO 799:2004 amongst others. Mechanical pilot hoist shall no longer be used.

SOLAS

II-2/3.23

2012-07-01

Cargo vessels and passenger vessels, keel-laid >= 2012-07-01. Cargo vessels and passenger vessels, keel-laid >= 2012-07-01. All cargo vessels and passenger vessels.

SOLAS

II-2/7.4.1.3 (new sub-para. .3) V/18.9 (new para. .9)

2012-07-01

SOLAS

2012-07-01

SOLAS

V/23

2012-07-01

Cargo vessels and passenger vessels, keel-laid >= 2012-07-01.

SOLAS

V/23.1.6 & V/23.6

2012-07-01

Cargo vessels and passenger vessels, keel-laid <= 2012-06-30.

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Convention/ Code FSS Code

Regulation Ch. 9

Date of entry into force 2012-07-01

Applicable to Cargo vessels, HSC/ DSC and passenger vessels, keel-laid >= 2012-07-01.

Subject The existing text of Ch. 9 (Fixed fire detection and alarm systems) is replaced. The main concept of the fire detection requirements is not changed, however, several clarifications and interpretations have now been implemented as part of the FSS Code. Highlighted here are: Approval standards for essential components such as control panels, detectors, manual call points, and cables have been defined; clarification of which other fire safety systems (previously only fire doors) may receive output signals from the fire detection system; acceptable arrangements for power supply have been defined including required capacity in case back-up power is provided from batteries; protection of staircases have been clarified (detector at top level and every second level below); and acceptable temporary disconnection of detectors for particular spaces. Detectors and manual call points shall be remotely and individually identifiable. Shipside doors used for pilot transfer shall not open outwards.

FSS Code SOLAS

Ch. 9, para. 2.1.7 V/23.1.5 & V/23.5

2012-07-01 2012-07-01 First survey after.

Passenger vessels, keel-laid >= 2012-07-01. Cargo vessels and passenger vessels, keel-laid <= 1993-12-31.

2. Amendments that enter into force in 2013, including 2013-07-01

Convention/ Code Res. MSC.81(70)

Regulation Part 1, item 6.9.3 and 6.9.4

Date of entry into force 2013-01-01

Applicable to Cargo vessels, HSC/ DSC and passenger vessels, keel-laid >= 2013-01-01. Cargo vessels, HSC/ DSC and passenger vessels, keel-laid >= 2013-01-01. All cargo vessels and passenger vessels.

Subject Para.s 6.9.3 and 6.9.4 replaced with text giving more details for testing of operating mechanism and release mechanism on lifeboats. Applicable to equipment installed on or after 2013-01-01. The new sub-para. .5 introduce test of second release mechanism on lifeboats. Applicable to equipment installed on or after 2013-01-01. Existing lifeboat on-load release mechanisms not complying with new paragraphs 4.4.7.6.4 to 4.4.7.6.6 (hook stability, locking devices and hydrostatic interlock) of the LSA Code, as amended by res. MSC.320(89), to be replaced with equipment complying with the amended Code. Guidelines, MSC.1/Circ.1392, for evaluation and replacement has been developed. New para.s 4, .5 and .6 are inserted giving requirements to hook stability, locking devices and if provided, hydrostatic interlocks.

Res. MSC.81(70)

Part 1, item 6.9.5 (new subpara. .5) III/1.5 (new para. .5)

2013-01-01

SOLAS

2013-01-01 (expected) First drydocking after 2014-07-01, at latest by 201907-01. 2013-01-01 (expected)

LSA Code

4.4.7.6 (new sub-para.s .4, .5 and .6)

All cargo vessels and passenger vessels. Life boat release mechanisms.

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Convention/ Code LSA Code

Regulation 4.4.7.6 (new sub-para.s .and renumbering)

Date of entry into force 2013-01-01 (expected)

Applicable to Cargo vessels and passenger vessels, keel-laid >= 2013-01-01. Lifeboat release mechanisms. All cargo vessels, GT >= 500.

Subject More design criteria for lifeboat release gear mechanisms (release criteria, hydrostatic interlocks, operation of the release mechanisms, reset process etc.). The paragraph 4.4.7.6 is amended with new para.s 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 15 and 16. The existing paragraphs .1 to .9 are renumbered. In Appendix 1, Individual schedules of solid bulk cargoes, some schedules have been modified and some new schedules have been introduced. The most important new schedule is Wood products general, classified as a Group B cargo. Annex IV has been amended introducing Special Area (the Baltic Sea) regulating the discharge of sewage from passenger ships. Discharge is prohibited in this area except for ships that have an operative approved sewage treatment plant (STP), type approved to the new standard, Res. MEPC.... (to be adopted).

IMSBC Code

Appendix 1

2013-01-01 (expected) Formal effective date. 2013-01-01 (expected) To be complied with from 2016-01-01.

MARPOL

Annex IV (sewage), Reg. 1, 11 & 12

Passenger vessels, contract date >= 201601-01. This regulation applies if building contract >= 2016-01-01, or in the absence of building contract, if keel-laid >= 2016-01-01. Delivery date is not relevant in this respect. Passenger vessels, contract date <= 201512-31. This regulation applies if building contract <= 2015-12-31 and if delivery >= 2018-01-01. Keellaying date is not relevant in this respect. Passenger vessels, contract date <= 201512-31. This regulation applies if building contract <= 2015-12-31 and if delivery date <= 2017-12-31. All cargo vessels, HSC/ DSC and passenger vessels. All cargo vessels, HSC/ DSC and passenger vessels. Vessels trading in US Caribbean Sea Emission Control Area.

MARPOL

Annex IV (sewage), Reg. 1, 11 & 12

2013-01-01 (expected) To be complied with from 2016-01-01.

Annex IV has been amended introducing Special Area (the Baltic Sea) regulating the discharge of sewage from passenger ships. Discharge is prohibited in this area except for ships that have an operative approved sewage treatment plant (STP), type approved to the new standard, Res. MEPC.... (to be adopted).

MARPOL

Annex IV (sewage), Reg. 1, 11 & 12

2013-01-01 (expected) To be complied with from 2018-01-01.

Annex IV has been amended introducing Special Area (the Baltic Sea) regulating the discharge of sewage from passenger ships. Discharge is prohibited in this area except for ships that have an operative approved sewage treatment plant (STP), type approved to the new standard, Res. MEPC.... (to be adopted). Annex V has been revised further, limiting the discharge of garbage. The Garbage Record Book form has been updated accordingly. The designation of the US Caribbean Sea Emission Control Area (ECA) for NOx and SOx. The sulphur (SOx) requirements within this ECA take effect on 2014-01-01, as per MEPC.1/Circ.755. Ships powered by propulsion boilers as described in Reg. 14.4.4 are exempted from the North America and US Caribbean Sea ECA SOx requirements until 2020-01-01. New chapter introducing mandatory energy efficiency measures.

MARPOL

Annex V (revised) Annex VI, Reg. 13.6, 14.3 & 14.4.4.

2013-01-01 (expected) 2013-01-01 (expected)

MARPOL

MARPOL

Annex VI, Ch. 4 (new Ch.)

2013-01-01 (expected)

All cargo vessels, HSC/ DSC and passenger vessels, GT >= 400.

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Convention/ Code MARPOL

Regulation

Date of entry into force

Applicable to Cargo vessels, GT >= 2000, contract date >= 2013-01-01. This regulation applies if building contract >= 201301-01, or in the absence of building contract, if keel-laid >= 2013-07-01, or in any case if delivery date >= 2015-01-01. The regulations also applies to major conversions.

Subject Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) to be calculated for certain cargo vessels. Applicable for: bulk carriers, gas carriers, tankers, container ships, general cargo ships, refrigerated cargo carriers and combination carriers with specified DWT as described in the regulation text. See also DNV Technical eNewsletter, 14 May 2012 Energy efficiency

Annex VI, Ch. 2013-01-01 4. Reg. 20 & 21 (expected) (new Ch. & Reg)

MARPOL

Annex VI, Ch. 4 Reg. 22 (new Ch. & Reg.)

2013-01-01 All cargo vessels, HSC/ (expected) DSC and passenger At initial survey vessels, GT >= 400. before the new ship is put in service, or at first intermediate or renewal survey after the enter into force date for existing vessels. 2013-01-01 (expected) All cargo vessels, HSC/ DSC and passenger vessels. International Energy Efficiency Certificate. Cargo vessels, keel-laid <= 2011-06-30, GT >= 500, GT <= 2999.

Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP) to be developed and kept on board. This may be incorporated in the ISM documentation.

MARPOL

Annex VI, Appendix VIII (new appendix)

International Energy Efficiency (IEE) Certificate introduced.

SOLAS

V/19.2.2.3.4 (new subpara.3.4)

2013-07-01 (expected) First safety equipment survey after. 2013-07-01 (expected)

Bridge navigational watch alarm system (BNWAS) required and shall be in operation whenever the ship is underway at sea.

SOLAS

V/19.2.10.3 (new subpara.10.3)

Bulk carriers, gas carriers and non-tanker/ -bulk cargo vessels, keel-laid >= 2013-07-01, GT >= 10000.

Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) required, i.e. no longer only an option, it has become mandatory

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