1st January of 2020 marks the beginning for many regulatory updates for shipping. One of them is the new IMO requirements for the maintenance, examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats and rescue boats; the following article outlines key changes to assist operators in effective compliance with new requirements.
Maintenance of life-saving appliances: Key Amendments
Amendments on life saving appliances were adopted during the 96th session of IMO’s Maritime Safety Committee...