IMO260EF IMSBC CODE and SUPPLEMENT (2012 edition)

$115.00

Code: IMO260EF

Author: IMO

IF260E - IMSBC Code and Supplement, 2012 Edition The primary aim of the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code is to facilitate the safe stowage and shipment of solid bulk cargoes by providing information on the dangers associated with the shipment of certain types of solid bulk cargoes and instructions on the procedures to be adopted when the shipment of solid bulk cargoes is contemplated. The IMSBC Code may be applied from 1 January 2012 on a voluntary basis, anticipatings its envisaged entry into force on 1 January 2013, from which date it will be mandatory under the provisions of the SOLAS Convention. This publication presents additional information that supplements the IMSBC Code, such as the Code of Practice for the Safe Loading and Unloading of Bulk Carriers (BLU Code). The International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code and supplement is commended to Administrations, shipowners, shippers and masters and all others concerned with the standards to be applied in the safe stowage and shipment of solid bulk cargoes, excluding grain.

This product was added to our catalog on Tuesday 24 April, 2012.