New and existing bulk carriers

IMSBC code amendments (07-23)

Updates to the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) code, which has been applicable on a voluntary basis since 1 January 2024, will enter into force on 1 January 2025. These include, but are not limited to, the following changes:
• The shippers are now required to declare the ‘bulk density’ of cargo, as required by SOLAS regulation XII/10
• Appendix 1 (individual schedule of solid bulk cargoes) has been amended (New cargo entries, cargoes have been deleted, etc.)
• Appendix 3 (list of non-cohesive cargoes) has been amended to include new cargoes
The list of Solid Bulk Cargoes for which a Fixed Gas Fire Extinguishing System may be exempted has been updated