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Introducing amendments to maritime international instruments by way of ambulatory reference

29 September 2020

Proposing MP
Witney
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Transport

At a Glance

Issue Summary

This statement addresses the implementation of amendments to international maritime regulations into UK domestic law through ambulatory reference provisions.

Action Requested

The Secretary of State has agreed to publish these amendments by way of a Parliamentary Statement in advance of their coming into force. Explanatory information will be published in a Marine Guidance Note and made available on www.gov.uk.

Key Facts

  • IMO Resolution MEPC.314(74) amends regulations 1 and 10 of Annex V to MARPOL, allowing electronic record keeping for ship's records under regulation 12(2)(a).
  • IMO Resolutions MEPC.315(74), MSC.460(101), and MEPC.318(74) amend regulations related to high viscosity products discharge requirements and the IBC Code, impacting ships carrying dangerous chemicals or noxious liquid substances in bulk.
  • Amendments come into force on 1st October 2020 and 1st January 2021.
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