Conventions Changes in 2021

2021 Table 1 : International conventions and mandatory codes

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
MARPOL MEPC.315(74) 2021/01/01 Amendments to MARPOL Annexes II
SOLAS
MARPOL		 MSC.460(101)
MEPC.318(74)		 2021/01/01 Amendments to the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk(IBC Code)
SOLAS MSC.461(101) 2021/01/01 Amendments to the International Code on the Enhanced Programme of Inspections During Surveys of Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers, 2011
SOLAS MSC.462(101) 2021/01/01 Amendments to the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes
SOLAS
MARPOL		 MSC.463(101)
MEPC.319(74)		 2021/01/01 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk

2021 Table 2 : Technical provisions and documents that are commonly used

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
SOLAS MSC.434(98) 2021/01/01 Performance Standards for a Ship Earth Station for Use in the GMDSS
SOLAS MSC.428(98) 2021/01/01 ENCOURAGES Administrations to ensure that cyber risks are appropriately addressed in safety management systems no later than the first annual verification of the company's Document of Compliance after 1 January 2021;
STCW MSC.478(102) 2021/01/01 Amendments to Part B of the Seafarers' Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Code
SOLAS MSC.1/Circ.1430/Rev.2 2021/01/01 Revised Guidelines for the Design and Approval of Fixed Water-Based Fire-Fighting Systems for Ro-Ro Spaces and Special Category Spaces

Conventions Changes in 2020

2020 Table 1 : International conventions and mandatory codes

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
SOLAS MSC.402(96) 2020/01/01 Requirements for maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats and rescue boats, launching appliances and release gear
SOLAS MSC.403(96) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the International Code for Fire Safety Systems(FSS Code)
SOLAS MSC.404(96) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)
SOLAS MSC.409(97) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)
SOLAS MSC.410(97) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the International Code for Fire Safety Systems(FSS Code)
SOLAS MSC.411(97) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC Code)
SOLAS MSC.413(97)
MSC.414(97)
MSC.415(97)		 2020/01/01 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability ( IS Code)
SOLAS MSC.421(98) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)
SOLAS MSC.422(98) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the International Code of Safety for Ships Using Gases Or Other Low-Flashpoint Fuels(IGF Code)
SOLAS MSC.423(98)
MSC.424(98)		 2020/01/01 Amendments to the International Code of Safety for High-Speed Craft (HSC Code)
SOLAS MSC.425(98) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the International Life-Saving Appliance Code(LSA Code)
SOLAS MSC.436(99) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)
SOLAS MSC.437(97) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the International Code for Application of Fire Test Procedures (FTP Code)
SOLAS MSC.438(99)
MSC.439(99)		 2020/01/01 Amendments to the International Code of Safety for High-Speed Craft (HSC Code)
SOLAS
MARPOL		 MSC.440(99)
MEPC.302(72)		 2020/01/01 Amendments to the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IBC Code)
SOLAS MSC.441(99) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC Code)
SOLAS MSC.442(99) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code)
SOLAS MSC.443(99)
MSC.444(99)		 2020/01/01 Amendments to the International Code on Intact Stability ( IS Code)
SOLAS
MARPOL		 MSC.446(99)
MEPC.303(72)		 2020/01/01 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (BCH Code)
SOLAS MSC.447(99) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (GC Code)
MARPOL MEPC.280(70) 2020/01/01 Limit for sulphur content of ships' fuel oil (0.50%)
MLC ILC(107th), 2018 2020/12/26 Amendments of 2018 to the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006(MLC)
MARPOL MEPC.305(73) 2020/03/01 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI
MARPOL MEPC.314(74) 2020/10/01 Amendments to MARPOL Annexes I, II and V
MARPOL MEPC.316(74) 2020/10/01 Amendments to MARPOL Annexes VI
MARPOL MEPC.317(74) 2020/10/01 Amendments to NOx Technical Code

2020 Table 2 : Technical provisions and documents that are commonly used

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
SOLAS MSC.407(96) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODU Code)
SOLAS MSC.435(98) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODU Code)
SOLAS MSC.427(98) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the Revised Recommendation on Testing of Life-Saving Appliances
SOLAS MSC.445(99) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships, 2008 (2008 SPS Code)
SOLAS MSC.449(99) 2020/07/01 Performance Standards for Shipborne Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS) Receiver Equipment
SOLAS MSC.452(99) 2020/07/01 Amendments to the Revised Performance Standards for Integrated Navigation Systems (INS)
SOLAS MSC.453(100) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships(SPS Code)
SOLAS MSC.454(100) 2020/01/01 Revised Guidelines for Verification of Conformity with Goal-Based Ship Construction Standards for Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers
SOLAS MSC.464(101) 2020/01/01 Amendments to the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships(SPS Code)

Conventions Changes in 2019

2019 Table 1 : International conventions and mandatory codes

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
MLC ILC(105th), 2016 2019/01/08 Amendments of 2016 to the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006
SOLAS MSC.426(98) 2019/01/01 Amendments to the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes
MARPOL MEPC.286(71) 2019/01/01 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI
MARPOL MEPC.301(72) 2019/09/01 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI
BWM MEPC.296(72)
MEPC.297(72)
MEPC.298(72)
MEPC.299(72)
MEPC.300(72)		 2019/10/13 Amendments to the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments, 2004
STCW MSC.455(100) 2019/01/01 Amendments to the Seafarers' Training, Certification and Watchkeeping Code (STCW Code)

2019 Table 2 : Technical provisions and documents that are commonly used

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
SOLAS MSC.431(98) 2019/07/01 Amendments to the Revised Performance Standards for Enhanced Group Call (EGC) Equipment
SOLAS A.1116(30) 2019/01/01 Escape Route Signs and Equipment Location Markings
MARPOL MEPC.307(73) 2019/06/01 2018 Guidelines for the Discharge of Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Bleed-Off Water

Conventions Changes in 2018

2018 Table 1 : International conventions and mandatory codes

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
MARPOL MEPC.276(70) 2018/03/01 Amendments to MARPOL Annex I
MARPOL MEPC.277(70) 2018/03/01 Amendments to MARPOL Annex V
MARPOL MEPC.278(70) 2018/03/01 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI
SOLAS MSC.282(86) 2011/01/01 Cargo ships, other than tankers, of 10,000 gross tonnage and upwards but less than 20,000 gross tonnage constructed before 1 July 2013, shall be fitted with ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System) not later than the first survey on or after 1 July 2018
SOLAS MSC.350(92) 2015/01/01 Cargo ships of 150 gross tonnage and upwards but less than 500 gross tonnage constructed before 1 July 2002, shall be fitted with BNWAS (Bridge Navigational Watch Alarm System) not later than the first survey after 1 January 2018.
SOLAS MSC.406(96) 2018/01/01 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code)
SOLAS MSC.405(96) 2018/01/01 Amendments to the International Code on the Enhanced Programme of Inspections During Surveys of Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers, 2011
SOLAS MSC.412(97) 2018/07/01 Amendments to the International Code on the Enhanced Programme of Inspections During Surveys of Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers, 2011
STCW MSC.416(97) 2018/07/01 Amendments to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW)
STCW MSC.417(97) 2018/07/01 Amendments to the Seafarers' Training, Certification and Watchkeeping Code (STCW Code)

2018 Table 2 : Technical provisions and documents that are commonly used

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
SOLAS A.1122(30) 2018/07/01 Code for the Transport and Handling of Hazardous and Noxious Liquid Substances in Bulk on Offshore Support Vessels (OSV Chemical Code)

Conventions Changes in 2017

2017 Table 1 : International conventions and mandatory codes

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
BWM BWM Int’ Conf., 2004 2017/09/08 International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments (BWM), 2004
MARPOL MEPC.270(69) 2017/09/01 Amendments to MARPOL Annex II
MARPOL MEPC.271(69) 2017/09/01 Amendments to regulation 13 of MARPOL Annex VI
MARPOL MEPC.272(69) 2017/09/01 Amendments to the NOx technical code, 2008
MARPOL MEPC.274(69) 2017/09/01 Amendments to MARPOL Annex IV
SOLAS MSC.391(95) 2017/01/01 International Code of Safety for Ships Using Gases or Other Low-Flashpoint Fuels (IGF Code)
SOLAS MSC.392(95) 2017/01/01 Amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)
SOLAS MSC.393(95) 2017/01/01 Amendments to the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes
SOLAS MSC.395(95) 2017/01/01 Amendments to the Protocol of 1988 relating to the International Convention for the Safety of Life At Sea, 1974 (Form of safety certificate for passenger ships; Form of safety construction certificate for cargo ships; Form of safety certificate for cargo ships)
STCW MSC.396(95) 2017/01/01 Amendments to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW)
STCW MSC.397(95) 2017/01/01 Amendments to the Seafarers' Training, Certification and Watchkeeping Code (STCW Code)
SOLAS
MARPOL		 MEPC.264(68) 2017/01/01 International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters (POLAR Code)
MARPOL MEPC.265(68) 2017/01/01 Amendments to MARPOL Annexes I, II, IV and V (making the use of the environment-related provisions of the Polar Code mandatory)
MARPOL MEPC.266(68) 2017/01/01 Amendments to regulation 12 of MARPOL Annex I
SOLAS MSC.282(86) 2011/01/01 Cargo ships, other than tankers, of 20,000 gross tonnage and upwards but less than 50,000 gross tonnage constructed before 1 July 2013, shall be fitted with ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System) not later than the first survey on or after 1 July 2017
SOLAS MSC.350(92) 2015/01/01 Cargo ships of 500 gross tonnage and upwards but less than 3,000 gross tonnage constructed before 1 July 2002, shall be fitted with BNWAS (Bridge Navigational Watch Alarm System) not later than the first survey after 1 January 2017
MLC ILC (103rd), 2014 2017/01/18 Amendments of 2014 to the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006
SOLAS MSC.385(94) 2017/01/01 Adoption of International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters (Polar Code)
SOLAS MSC.386(94) 2017/01/01 Amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974, As Amended. New chapter XIV was adopted：Safety Measures for Ships Operating in Polar Waters

2017 Table 2 : Technical provisions and documents that are commonly used

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
SOLAS MSC.401(95) 2017/12/31
Installed on or after		 Performance standards for multi-system shipborne radionavigation receivers
SOLAS MSC.1/Circ.1580 2017/06/09 Guidelines for Vessels and Units with Dynamic Positioning (DP) Systems
MARPOL MEPC.291(71) 2017/07/07 2017 Guidelines Addressing Additional Aspects of the NOx Technical Code 2008 with Regard to Particular Requirements Related to Marine Diesel Engines Fitted with Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) Systems
SOLAS MSC.432(97) 2017/12/31 Amendments to Performance Standards for Multi-System Shipborne Radionavigation Receivers

Conventions Changes in 2016

2016 Table 1 : International conventions and mandatory codes

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
SOLAS MSC.350(92) 2015/01/01 Passenger ships constructed before 1 July 2002, shall be fitted with BNWAS (Bridge Navigational Watch Alarm System) not later than the first survey after 1 January 2016
SOLAS MSC.350(92) 2015/01/01 Cargo ships of 3,000 gross tonnage and upwards constructed before 1 July 2002, shall be fitted with BNWAS (Bridge Navigational Watch Alarm System) not later than the first survey after 1 January 2016
SOLAS MSC.282(86) 2011/01/01 Cargo ships, other than tankers, of 50,000 gross tonnage and upwards constructed before 1 July 2013, shall be fitted with ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System) not later than the first survey on or after 1 July 2016.
MARPOL MEPC.246(66)
MEPC.247(66)		 2016/01/01 Amendments to MARPOL Annexes I, II, III, IV and V to make the use of the I I I Code mandatory
MARPOL MEPC.248(66) 2016/01/01 Amendments to MARPOL Annex I (mandatory carriage requirements for a stability instrument)
SOLAS MARPOL MSC.369(93)
MEPC.250(66)		 2016/01/01 Amendments to the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk(IBC Code)
SOLAS MSC.365(93) 2016/01/01 Amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)
SOLAS MSC.366(93) 2016/01/01 Amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974, as amended. New chapter XIII was adopted : verification of compliance (IMSAS)
SOLAS MSC.367(93) 2016/01/01 Amendments to the International Code for Fire Safety Systems(FSS Code)
SOLAS MSC.368(93) 2016/01/01 Amendments to the International Life-Saving Appliance Code(LSA Code)
SOLAS MSC.370(93) 2016/01/01 Amendments to the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC Code) (for ships constructed on or after 1 July 2016)
SOLAS MSC.371(93) 2016/01/01 Amendments to the International Code on the Enhanced Programme of Inspections During Surveys of Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers, 2011
SOLAS MSC.372(93) 2016/01/01 Amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code)
STCW MSC.373(93) 2016/01/01 Amendments to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), 1978
STCW MSC.374(93) 2016/01/01 Amendments to the Seafarers' Training, Certification and Watchkeeping Code (STCW Code)
LOAD LINE MSC.375(93) 2016/01/01 Amendments to the protocol of 1988 relating to the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966, as amended
MARPOL MEPC.256(67) 2016/03/01 Amendment to MARPOL Annex I (amendment to regulation 43)
MARPOL MEPC.257(67) 2016/03/01 Amendment to MARPOL Annex III (amendment to the appendix on criteria for the identification of harmful substances in packaged form)
MARPOL MEPC.258(67) 2016/03/01 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI (amendments to regulations 2 and 13 and the supplement to the IAPP certificate)
SOLAS MSC.380(94) 2016/07/01 Amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)
SOLAS MSC.381(94) 2016/07/01 Amendments to the International Code on the Enhanced Programme of Inspections During Surveys of Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers, 2011

2016 Table 2 : Technical provisions and documents that are commonly used

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
MARPOL MEPC.273(69) 2016/04/22 2012 Guidelines on implementation of effluent standards and performance tests for sewage treatment plants
MARPOL MEPC.275(69) 2016/04/22 Amendments to the 2010 guidelines for monitoring the worldwide average sulphur content of fuel oils supplied for use on board ships
MARPOL MEPC.227(64) 2016/01/01 Establishment of the date on which regulation 11.3 of MARPOL Annex IV in respect of the Baltic Sea Special Area shall take effect
SOLAS MSC.378(93) 2016/01/01 Amendments to the revised recommendation on testing of life-saving appliances (resolution MSC.81(70), as amended)
SOLAS MSC.384(94) 2016/07/01 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODU Code). New chapter 15 was adopted.
SOLAS MSC.408(96) 2016/05/13 Amendments to chapter 2 of the Code of Safety for Special Purpose Ships, 2008 (2008 SPS Code)
SOLAS MSC.418(97) 2016/11/25 Interim Recommendations on the Safe Carriage of More Than 12 Industrial Personnel on Board Vessels Engaged on International Voyages

Conventions Changes in 2015

2015 Table 1 : International conventions and mandatory codes

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
SOLAS
LL		 MSC.349(92) 2015/01/01 Code for Recognized Organizations (RO Code)
SOLAS MSC.350(92) 2015/01/01 Amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974, as amended
SOLAS MSC.351(92) 2015/01/01 Amendments to the International Code of Safety for High-Speed Craft, 1994 (1994 HSC Code)
SOLAS MSC.352(92) 2015/01/01 Amendments to the International Code of Safety for High-Speed Craft, 2000 (2000 HSC Code)
SOLAS MSC.353(92) 2015/01/01 Amendments to the International Management Code for the Safe Operation of Ships and for Pollution Prevention (International Safety Management (ISM) Code)
SOLAS MSC.354(92) 2015/01/01 Amendments to the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code
LL MSC.356(92) 2015/01/01 Amendments to the Protocol of 1988 relating to The International Convention on Load Lines, 1966, as amended
SOLAS MSC.282(86) 2011/01/01 Tankers of 3,000 gross tonnage and upwards constructed before 1 July 2012, shall be fitted with ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System) not later than the first survey on or after 1 July 2015
MARPOL MEPC.238(65) 2015/01/01 Amendments to MARPOL Annexes I and II to make the RO Code mandatory
WRC LEG/CONF.16/19 2015/04/14 Nairobi International Convention on the Removal of Wrecks, 2007
MARPOL MEPC.251(66) 2015/09/01 Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI regulations 13(NOx), 19, 20 and 21 (EEDI)

2015 Table 2 : Technical provisions and documents that are commonly used

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
SOLAS A.1106(29) 2015/12/14 Revised guidelines for the onboard operational use of Shipborne automatic identification systems (AIS)
SOLAS A.1108(29) 2015/12/14 Amendments to the recommendation on pilot transfer arrangements (Resolution A.1045(27))
MARPOL MEPC.259(68) 2015/05/15 2015 guidelines for exhaust gas cleaning (EGC) systems
MARPOL MEPC.260(68) 2015/05/15 Amendments to the 2011 guidelines addressing additional aspects to the NOx technical code 2008 with regard to particular requirements related to marine diesel engines fitted with selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems (resolution MEPC.198(62))
MARPOL MEPC.262(68) 2015/05/15 Amendments to the 2013 interim guidelines for determining minimum propulsion power to maintain the maneuverability of ships in adverse conditions (resolution MEPC.232(65), as amended by resolution MEPC.255(67))
MARPOL MEPC.263(68) 2015/05/15 Amendments to the 2014 guidelines on the method of calculation of the attained energy efficiency design index (EEDI) for new ships (resolution MEPC.245(66))
MARPOL MEPC.269(68) 2015/05/15 2015 guidelines for the development of the inventory of hazardous materials
SOLAS MSC.398(95) 2015/06/05 Amendments to part B of the International Code on Intact Stability, 2008 (2008 IS Code)
SOLAS MSC.399(95) 2015/06/05 Amendments to the guidelines for the application of plastic pipes on ships (resolution A.753(18), as amended by resolution MSC.313(88))
SOLAS MSC.400(95) 2015/06/08 Amendments to the revised performance standards and functional requirements for the long-range identification and tracking of ships (resolution MSC.263(84), as amended)
SOLAS MSC.1/Circ.1395/Rev.2 2015/06/12 Lists of solid bulk cargoes for which a fixed gas fire-extinguishing system may be exempted or for which a fixed gas fire-extinguishing system is ineffective
MARPOL MEPC.261(68) 2015/09/01 Amendments to the 2014 guidelines on survey and certification of the energy efficiency design index (EEDI) (resolution MEPC.254(67))
SOLAS MSC.363(92) 2015/07/01 Performance standards for electronic inclinometers
SOLAS MSC.359(92) 2015/01/01 Amendments to the Code for the Construction and Equipment of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 2009 (2009 MODU Code)

Conventions Changes in 2014

2014 Table 1 : International conventions and mandatory codes

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
MARPOL Resolution MEPC.193(61) 2014/01/01 AMENDMENTS TO THE ANNEX OF THE PROTOCOL OF 1978 RELATING TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE PREVENTION OF POLLUTION FROM SHIPS, 1973 (Revised MARPOL Annex III)
SOLAS Resolution MSC.325(90) 2014/01/01 Adoption of amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea，1974，as amended.
SOLAS Resolution MSC.326(90) 2014/01/01 Adoption of amendments to the International Code of Safety for High-Speed Craft, 2000 (2000 HSC Code)
SOLAS Resolution MSC.327(90) 2014/01/01 Adoption of amendments to the International Code for Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code).
SOLAS Resolution MSC.328(90) 2014/01/01 Adoption of amendments to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code (amendment 36-12).
SOLAS Resolution MSC.329(90) 2014/01/01 Adoption of amendments to the Protocol of 1988 relating to the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966, as amended.
SOLAS MSC.1/Circ.1429 2014/07/01 Clarification of SOLAS regulations V/19.2.3.4 and V/19.2.9.22
MARPOL Resolution MEPC.225(64) 2014/06/01 2012 Amendments to the international code for the construction and equipment of ships carrying dangerous chemicals in bulk (IBC Code)
SOLAS Resolution MSC.338(91) 2014/07/01 Adoption of amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea，1974，as amended.
SOLAS Resolution MSC.339(91) 2014/07/01 ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CODE FOR FIRE SAFETY SYSTEMS (FSS CODE).
SOLAS Resolution MSC.337(91) 2014/07/01 ADOPTION OF THE CODE ON NOISE LEVELS ON BOARD SHIPS
SOLAS Resolution MSC.345(91) 2014/07/01 Adoption of amendments to the Protocol of 1988 relating to the International Convention on Load Lines, 1966, as amended
MARPOL MEPC.202(62) 2014/01/01 MARPOL Annex VI, Sulphur content limit in United States Caribbean Sea emission control area (1.00%)
SOLAS MSC.282(86) 2011/01/01 Passenger ships of 500 gross tonnage and upwards constructed before 1 July 2012, shall be fitted with ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System) not later than the first survey on or after 1 July 2014
SOLAS MSC.282(86) 2011/01/01 Cargo ships, other than tankers, of 3,000 gross tonnage and upwards but less than 10,000 gross tonnage constructed on or after 1 July 2014, shall be fitted with ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System).
SOLAS MSC.282(86) 2011/01/01 Cargo ships of 150 gross tonnage and upwards but less than 500 gross tonnage constructed before 1 July 2011 but on or after 1 July 2002, shall be fitted with BNWAS (Bridge Navigational Watch Alarm System) not later than the first survey after 1 July 2014.
SOLAS MSC.317(89) 2013/01/01 For all ships, not later than the first scheduled dry-docking after 1 July 2014, but not later than 1 July 2019, lifeboat on-load release mechanisms not complying with paragraphs 4.4.7.6.4 to 4.4.7.6.6 of LSA Code as amended by MSC.320(89) shall be replaced with equipment that complies with the Code. (SOLAS III/1.5)
SOLAS MSC.320(89)
MSC.1/Circ.1393		 2013/01/01 For ships constructed on or after 1 July 2014, on-load release and retrieval systems shall comply with the LSA Code, as amended by resolution MSC.320(89)
CSC MSC.355(92) 2014/07/01 Amendments to the International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC), 1972
MARPOL MEPC.235(65) 2014/10/01 IOPP Form A & Form B amendment (delete the listing of the maximum capacity of incinerator in item 3.2.1)

2014 Table 2 : Technical provisions and documents that are commonly used

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
MARPOL MEPC.1/Circ.795/Rev.2 2014/12/01 Unified interpretations to MARPOL Annex VI
SOLAS MSC.333(90) 2014/07/01 Adoption of Revised Performance Standards for Shipborne Voyage Data Recorders (VDRs)
MARPOL MEPC.244(66) 2014/04/04 (published date) 2014 standard specification for shipboard incinerators
MARPOL MEPC.245(66) 2014/04/04 (published date) 2014 guidelines on the method of calculation of the attained energy efficiency design index (EEDI) for new ships
SOLAS MSC.334(90) 2014/07/01 Amendments to performance standards for devices to measure and indicate speed and distance
BWM
(not yet in force)		 MEPC.252(67) 2014/10/17 (published date) Guidelines for port state control under the BWM convention
MARPOL MEPC.254(67) 2014/10/17 (published date) 2014 guidelines on survey and certification of the energy efficiency design index (EEDI)
MARPOL MEPC.255(67) 2014/10/17 Amendments to the 2013 interim guidelines for determining minimum propulsion power to maintain the maneuverability of ships in adverse conditions (resolution MEPC.232(65))
MARPOL MEPC.1/Circ.795/Rev.2 2014/12/01 Unified interpretations to MARPOL Annex VI

Conventions Changes in 2013

2013 Table 1 : International conventions and mandatory codes

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
MLC ILC (94th), 2006 2013/08/20 Maritime Labour Convention, 2006
SOLAS Resolution MSC.317(89) 2013/01/01 ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA, 1974, AS AMENDED
SOLAS Resolution MSC.318(89) 2013/01/01 ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL MARITIME SOLID BULKS CARGOES (IMSBC CODE)
SOLAS Resolution MSC.320(89) 2013/01/01 ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCE (LSA) CODE
MAPROL Resolution MEPC.200(62) 2013/01/01 AMENDMENTS TO THE ANNEX OF THE PROTOCOL OF 1978 RELATING TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE PREVENTION OF POLLUTION FROM SHIPS, 1973 (Special Area Provisions and the Designation of the Baltic Sea as a Special Area under MARPOL Annex IV)
MAPROL Resolution MEPC.201(62) 2013/01/01 AMENDMENTS TO THE ANNEX OF THE PROTOCOL OF 1978 RELATING TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE PREVENTION OF POLLUTION FROM SHIPS, 1973 (Revised MARPOL Annex V)
MAPROL Resolution MEPC.203(62) 2013/01/01 AMENDMENTS TO THE ANNEX OF THE PROTOCOL OF 1997 TO AMEND THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE PREVENTION OF POLLUTION FROM SHIPS, 1973, AS MODIFIED BY THE PROTOCOL OF 1978 RELATING THERETO (Inclusion of regulations on energy efficiency for ships in MARPOL Annex VI)
MARPOL Resolution MEPC.216(63) 2013/08/01 Amendments to the Annex of the Protocol of 1978 relating to the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973 (Regional arrangements for port reception facilities under MARPOL Annexes I, II, IV and V)
MARPOL Resolution MEPC.217(63) 2013/08/01 Amendments to the Annex of the Protocol of 1997 to amend the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973, as modified by the protocol of 1978 relating thereto (Regional arrangements for port reception facilities under MARPOL Annex VI and Certification of marine diesel engines fitted with Selective Catalytic Reduction systems under the NOx Technical Code 2008)
SOLAS MSC.1/Circ.1415 2013/07/01 Amendments to the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual
SOLAS MSC.282(86) 2011/01/01 Cargo ships, other than tankers, of 10,000GT and upwards constructed on or after 1 July, 2013 shall be equipped with ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System)
SOLAS MSC.282(86) 2011/01/01 Cargo ships of 500 gross tonnage and upwards but less than 3,000 gross tonnage constructed before 1 July 2011 but on or after 1 July 2002, shall be fitted with BNWAS (Bridge Navigational Watch Alarm System) not later than the first survey after 1 July 2013

2013 Table 2 : Technical provisions and documents that are commonly used

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
MARPOL Resolution MEPC.224(64) 2013/01/01 Amendments to the 2012 guidelines on the method of calculation of the attained Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) for new ships
MARPOL MEPC.1/Circ.795 2013/01/01 Unified interpretations to MARPOL Annex VI
SOLAS
MARPOL		 MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.11 2013/01/01 Interim guidelines for determining minimum propulsion power to maintain the manoeuvrability of ships in adverse
SOLAS MSC.1/Circ.1324 2013/01/01 Amendments To The Revised Standards For The Design, Testing And Location Of Devices To Prevent The Passage Of Flame Into Cargo Tanks In Tankers (MSC/Circ.677, As Amended By MSC/Circ.1009)
SOLAS MSC.362(92) 2013/06/14 Revised Recommendation on a Standard Method for Evaluating Cross-flooding Arrangements
SOLAS MSC.1/Circ.1461 2013/06/14 Guidelines For Verification Of Damage Stability Requirements For Tankers

Conventions Changes in 2012

2012 Table 1 : International conventions and mandatory codes

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
SOLAS Resolution MSC.287(87) 2012/01/01 ADOPTION OF THE INTERNATIONAL GOAL-BASED SHIP CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS FOR BULK CARRIERS AND OIL ANKERS
SOLAS Resolution MSC.288(87) 2012/01/01 PERFORMANCES STANDARDS FOR PROTECTIVE COATINGS FOR CARGO OIL TANKS OF CRUDE OIL TANKERS
SOLAS Resolution MSC.290(87) 2012/01/01 ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA, 1974, AS AMENDED
SOLAS Resolution MSC.291(87) 2012/01/01 ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA, 1974, AS AMENDED
MAPOL Resolution MEPC.194(61) 2012/02/01 AMENDMENTS TO THE ANNEX OF THE PROTOCOL OF 1997 TO AMEND THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE PREVENTION OF POLLUTION FROM SHIPS, 1973, AS MODIFIED BY THE PROTOCOL OF 1978 RELATING THERETO (Revised form of Supplement to the IAPP Certificate)
SOLAS Resolution MSC.307(88) 2012/07/01 ADOPTION OF THE INTERNATIONAL CODE FOR APPLICATION OF FIRE TEST PROCEDURES, 2010 (2010 FTP CODE)
SOLAS Resolution MSC.308(88) 2012/07/01 ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA, 1974, AS AMENDED
SOLAS Resolution MSC.310(88) 2012/01/01 ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR SAFE CONTAINERS (CSC), 1972
SOLAS Resolution MSC.311(88) 2012/070/1 ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CODE FOR FIRE SAFETY SYSTEMS (FSS) CODE
SOLAS Resolution MSC.309(88) 2012/07/01 ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE PROTOCOL OF 1988 RELATING TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA, 1974
STCW-F1995 N/A 2012/09/29 International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification, and Watch keeping for Fishing Vessel Personnel, 1995

2012 Table 2 : Technical provisions and documents that are commonly used

Convention Resolution No. Applicable Date Description
SOLAS Resolution MSC.244(83) 2012/07/01 Performance Standard for Protective Coatings for Void Spaces on Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers