Joint Guidelines from ICS and OCIMF | Safety In Polar Waters

New joint guidelines from the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and the Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) aim to support shipping companies by providing advice on how to develop a Polar Water Operational Manual (PWOM) that best suits their needs.

The International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters (Polar Code), adopted by the UN International Maritime Organization (IMO), requires shipping companies intending to operate in polar waters to develop a PWOM in order for their ships to be issued with a Polar Ship Certificate.

The purpose of the new Guidelines is to provide the means for shipping companies and Masters to develop a comprehensive PWOM tailored to the needs of their individual ships, taking into account the environmental hazards and the nature of their operations.

Please click here to find the official Press Release of ICS and the Guidelines for the Development of a PWOM.

Source: www.ics-shipping.org

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