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1 IMO MEPC 65 Summary Report Executive Summary The 65 th session of the IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 65) was held from the 13 th to 17 th May 2013, at the IMO headquarters in London. This briefing summarises subjects under discussion which are relevant to the work of Lloyd's Register Group Limited. Documents made available up to 1 May 2013 have been taken into consideration. Due attention should be made to the Advice and Application sections given under detailed parts of each subject. Ballast water management systems MEPC 65 agreed an Assembly resolution encouraging governments to relax the implementation schedule when the Ballast Water Management Convention enters into force. Under the revised schedule most ships constructed before the entry into force of the convention will be required to comply with the D-2 discharge standard by the first renewal survey after the convention enters into force (it is expected that for many ships the most practical way to meet this requirement will be to install a ballast water treatment system). The resolution further clarifies that the revised implementation schedule refers to the renewal survey required for the IOPP certificate required under MARPOL Annex I (not the renewal survey associated with the International Ballast Water Management Certificate). This has the effect of spreading the dates by which ships have to comply with the D-2 standard over a five year period. Consequently some ships will have to comply as soon as the convention enters into force. Energy-efficiency measures for ships Amendments to the MARPOL Annex VI Chapter 4 on Energy Efficiency were made and adopted at this session in order to extend the regulatory framework to include Ro-Ro ships, cruise passenger ships with non-conventional propulsion and provide an exemption to cargo ships with ice-breaking capacities. In addition, there were other amendments including the exclusion of applicability of Chapter 4 to ships without means of propulsion. Further developments to the guidelines for the calculation and survey and certification of the EEDI were made and amendments to the resolutions were finalised for adoption at MEPC 66. Furthermore, a revision to the 2013 Interim guidelines for determining the minimum propulsion power to maintain the manoeuvrability of a ship in adverse conditions, and other technical guidelines relating to the treatment of innovative energy efficiency technology within the EEDI and the calculation of the coefficient fw were agreed and adopted at this session. NOx emission control MEPC 65 reviewed but did not accept the report of the Correspondence Group covering the availability of Tier III technologies and instead agreed to postpone the Tier III application by 5 years, to 2021, subject to the adoption of the necessary amendments to MARPOL Annex VI to be concluded at MEPC 66 in March Other air pollution relating matters MEPC 65 did not agree with fleet/ regional sulphur averaging schemes as an alternative means for compliance with the sulphur control requirements required by MARPOL Annex VI. Amendments to the NOx Technical Code 2008 in relation to the emissions testing of dual engine fuels was approved for adoption at MEPC 66. Adoption of mandatory instruments The following was concluded at this session for entry into force on 1 October 2014: Amendments to MARPOL Annex I - the format of certificate 1

2 Amendments to the Condition Assessment Scheme - editorial consequential change following the adoption of the ESP Code Various instruments to make the RO code mandatory. For other items and more details, please refer to the following Detailed summary section. Detailed Summary Harmful aquatic organisms in ballast water (Agenda item 2 and 11 (outcome of BLG 17)) Context The International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments, 2004 were adopted by the International Conference on Ballast Water Management for Ships held at IMO Headquarters in London from 9 to 13 February The Convention, known as the "BWM Convention" in short, consists of 22 articles covering the obligations agreed by the Parties and an annex containing the technical regulations related to the control and management of ships' ballast water and sediments. The BWM Convention will enter into force 12 months after ratification by 30 States, representing 35% of world s merchant shipping tonnage. To date, the BWM Convention has been ratified by 36 States, which represents % of the world merchant fleet. While this situation meets the required number of States (30), it does not meet the required 35 per cent world merchant fleet tonnage (30%). Lloyd s Register has produced a guideline on BWM Convention and available technologies. This is available on the Lloyd s Register website: Discussion Areas Approval of the Ballast Water Management Systems A further 3 final approvals and 3 basic approvals were made for treatment systems using active substances. The Van Oord system which received basic approval is unique in that it is designed to treat fresh water that is either received from ashore or generated onboard Readers are to note that these approvals by the IMO of the use of an active substance are subject to subsequent type approval by the flag Administration. Systems that do not use an active substance do not require IMO approval only type approval by the flag Administration. Currently 34 systems have been type approved by one or more flag Administrations. Entry into force relating issues MEPC 65 agreed a draft Assembly resolution encouraging governments to relax the implementation schedule when the Ballast Water Management Convention enters into force. Under the revised schedule most ships constructed before the entry into force of the convention will be required to comply with the D-2 discharge standard by the first renewal survey after the convention enters into force (it is expected that for many ships the most practical way to meet this requirement will be to install a ballast water treatment system). The resolution further clarifies that the revised implementation schedule refers to the renewal survey required for the IOPP certificate required under MARPOL Annex I (not the renewal survey associated with the International Ballast Water Management Certificate). This has the effect of spreading the dates by which ships have to comply with the D-2 standard over a five year period. Consequently some ships will have to comply as soon as the convention enters into force. The implementation schedule given in the draft resolution is as follows: 2

3 Reschedule for ships constructed before the entry into force (EIF)* of the Convention Ballast capacity Constructed before 2009 Constructed in or after 2009 but before 2012 Constructed in or after 2012 Less than 1500m 3 Between 1500m 3 and 5000m 3 EIF before 2016: by 1 st IOPP** renewal survey after the anniversary of the delivery of the ship in 2016 EIF after 2016: by 1 st IOPP renewal survey EIF before 2014: by 1 st IOPP renewal survey after the anniversary of the delivery of the ship in 2014 EIF after 2014: by 1 st IOPP renewal survey By 1 st IOPP renewal survey after EIF st EIF before 2016: by 1 IOPP renewal survey after the Greater than 5000m 3 anniversary of the delivery of the ship in 2016 EIF after 2016: by 1 st IOPP renewal survey By 1 st IOPP renewal survey after EIF * ** EIF means entry into force of the BWM Convention. This occurs 12 months after the date when condition for entry into force is met by sufficient number and tonnage of ratifications The IOPP renewal survey indicated in the table below refers to the renewal survey associated with the IOPP Certificate required under MARPOL Annex I Ships constructed after the entry into force of the Convention are required to comply on delivery. Use of drinking water as ballast water This was discussed widely and the following three separate approaches were identified: i) Use of drinking water generated onboard: It was agreed that systems used which generate fresh water that is then used as ballast water would have to be type approved in accordance with the requirements of the BWM Convention. ii) Use of municipal water that meets a defined quality standard: this was recognised as a valid approach and that further work was required to assess the following risks: Risk of transferring an invasive species Risk to human health Risks to the environment upon discharge Depending on the likely demand for this compliance option and the outcome of the above risk assessments, this approach might subsequently be assessed as an Other method as allowed under paragraph 7 of Regulation B-3. iii) Use of municipal water that does not meet a defined quality standard: in this case the water would have to be treated using a BW treatment system that has been Type Approved in accordance with the Convention 3

4 BWM Circular on Clarification of "major conversion" as defined in regulation A-1.5 of the BWM Convention At MEPC 64 it was agreed that the installation of a BWTS should not be considered a major conversion in relation to the BWM Convention. At MEPC 65 the definition of a Major Conversion has been further clarified as there were additional concerns that changes to a ship s documents resulting in a nominal change of ship type might be construed to be a major conversion under the BWM Convention. The clarification includes that a change of ship type in relation to the definition of major conversion should be one that: substantially alters the dimensions of carrying capacity of the ship or; changes the type of cargo carried through a major alteration of the ship. A circular will be issued to confirm these clarifications. Interpretations Application to Mobile Offshore Units It was agreed that mobile offshore units are required to be surveyed and certified under the BWM Convention. It was recognised that mobile offshore units (MOUs) presented a number of elements, such as spud cans, that require careful consideration when determining compliance with the Convention. MEPC approved the revision to Circ. Xxx Guidance on the application of the BWM Convention to Mobile Offshore Units Other discussions included In addition, the following ballast water relating issues were submitted under agenda item 11 (the outcome of the BLG 17) were approved by MEPC 65. For details, please refer to LR report on BLG 17 BWM Circular on Guidance on ballast water sampling and analysis for trial use in accordance with the BWM Convention and Guidelines (G2) - Recognising that standard sampling and analysis methods do not currently exist a proposal was developed for the introduction of a trial period, that would commence from the date that the BWM Convention enters into force, during which standardised sampling and analysis methods will be evaluated to ensure that they are practical, easy to apply, effective, and fit for purpose for port State control. MEPC resolution on information reporting on type approved ballast water management systems explaining what kind of information will be required to submit an application for approval under the G8 guideline. BWM circular on amendments to the Guidance for Administrations on the type approval process for ballast water management systems in accordance with Guidelines (G8) (BWM.2/Circ.28) guidance for Flag Administrations on information needed for final flag type approval. BWM circular on options for ballast water management for Offshore Support Vessels in accordance with the BWM Convention - This circular provides guidance on how the requirements of the convention will be applied to OSVs. Further, the following biofouling issue should be noted as the matter is closely relevant to the ballast water management. MEPC circular on Guidance for evaluating the 2011 Guidelines for the control and management of ships' biofouling to minimize the transfer of invasive aquatic species - This Guidance is provided to assist Member States and observers who wish to collect information needed to undertake future reviews of the Guidelines (MEPC.207 (62) 2011 Guidelines for the control and management of ships biofouling to minimize the transfer of invasive aquatic species. Advice to clients Most ships are expected to comply by installing and using an approved ballast water treatment system which is to be installed on a defined time scale based on the ships date of construction and ballast water capacity. 4

5 Implementation scheme, i.e., establishing common understanding on the compliance date for ships constructed before the entry into force date will be the key factor for smooth implementation of the convention, once conditions for entry into force are met. Shipowners and ship managers are to note that, because of the linkage with the renewal survey for IOPP certificate, for some ships the deadline for compliance with the D-2 standard could be as soon as the entry into force of the convention. Recycling of ships (Agenda item 3) Context On 15 May 2009, at a Diplomatic Conference in Hong Kong, the International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships was adopted. The Convention will enter into force 24 months after it has been ratified by 15 states, representing 40% of the world fleet, and with an annual ship recycling capacity of 3% of that fleet. It is hoped that it will enter into force around No states have ratified the Convention to date (1 May 2013). Lloyd s Register has produced guidance on the Ship Recycling Convention and available services. These are available on Lloyd s Register website: Discussion Areas Guidelines for the development of the inventory of Hazardous Materials (IHM) The following were the major issues discussed: Two thresholds a proposal to have one threshold for new ships and one for existing ships was generally acknowledged to be an imperfect solution, but some Administrations still felt that it would be unavoidable for some areas. It was not possible to reach a final conclusion on this subject at MEPC 65. Retroactive application MEPC 65 indicated that any revision to the threshold value will not affect Inventory of Hazardous Materials that have already been prepared. Theshold value - various threshold values were agreed, in principle including 0.1% for asbestos, for further consideration. MEPC 65 agreed to set up a correspondence group in order to discuss some subjects in further depth, and to address the topic of exemptions which was not covered. Guidelines for PSC Inspection The guideline was concluded at MEPC 64 as the 2012 Guidelines for the Inspection of Ships under the Hong Kong Convention. There was a proposal to further revise this guideline including its title and scope of initial inspection for detailed inspection. However. MEPC 65 did not agree with that proposal. Advice to clients Discussion on the threshold of hazardous material is one of the key discussions for unified implementation of the convention. Due attention is to be paid on this issue. Air pollution and energy efficiency (Agenda item 4 and 11) Context At MEPC 62, new MARPOL Annex VI Chapter 4 mandating EEDI (Energy Efficiency Design Index) and SEEMP (Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan) was adopted by resolution MEPC.203(62). MEPC 63 agreed that EEDI, which has been developed in the new chapter 4 of the Annex VI to the MARPOL Convention, is for 5

6 new ships and shall not be used on existing ships, and adopted various Guidelines to assist in the implementation of EEDI and SEEMP. Discussion Areas MEPC resolution on Promotion of Technical Co-operation and Transfer of Technology relating to the improvement of energy efficiency of ships MEPC resolution on Promotion of Technical Co-operation and Transfer of Technology relating to the improvement of energy efficiency of ships was adopted. This resolution supplements Regulation 23 or MARPOL Annex VI on Regulation 23 Promotion of technical co-operation and transfer of technology relating to the improvement of energy efficiency of ships. Technical discussions in relation to the EEDI requirements given in the report of the second part of the Working Group at MEPC 65 and the Intersessional Correspondence Group including The following was discussed: New EEDI requirements (required EEDI) draft amendments to the MARPOL Convention were agreed and adopted at this session to incorporate the following ship types into the regulatory framework contained within Chapter 4: LNG Carriers Ro-ro cargo ships (vehicle carrier) Ro-ro cargo ships Ro-ro passenger ships Cruise passenger ships (having non-conventional propulsion) As a consequence, the resolutions containing the guidelines for calculation of the EEDI, survey and certification of EEDI reference lines (MEPC.212(63), MEPC.214(63) and MEPC.215(63) respectively) were amended to reflect these changes and the associated technical parameters and methods proposed at this session (MEPC 65). These amendments are expected to be adopted at MEPC 66. Minimum power guidance 2013 Guidelines for determining minimum propulsion power to maintain manoeuvrability of ships in adverse conditions were revised to account for the differences between level methodologies and definition of adverse conditions. These guidelines were adopted. Exemption for cargo ships with Ice-breaking capacity MEPC 65 agreed that, rather than creating a special category for a few ships, to create an exemption clause for these ships instead. Amendments to the MARPOL convention was approved for adoption at MEPC 66. EEDI calculation for dual fuel engines MEPC 65 found difficulties in defining the mixture ratio and agreed to consider the matter further following new information may be provided at MEPC guidance on treatment of innovative energy efficiency technologies for calculation and verification of the attained EEDI and relevant discussions This guideline is intended to provide a method for calculating the effect of innovative energy efficiency technology within the EEDI methodology. The guidelines were finalised and adopted at this session. Guidelines for the calculation of the coefficient fw for decrease in ship speed in a representative sea condition There were still a significant difference of opinions the matter will be further discussed at MEPC 66. Speed trial and model test ITTC presented further updates to their guidelines on conduct of speed trials and ISO advised of their on-going work to further develop their guidelines for analysis of speed trial data (ISO 15016:2002) in conjunction with ITTC. It was agreed that both the ITTC and the ISO methods for speed trial analysis will continue to be applicable for use with EEDI and, in this respect, amendments to consolidate the text to the guidelines for survey and certification of EEDI (resolution MEPC.214(63)) were agreed and adopted at this session. Correction factors for small ships MEPC 65 agreed amendments to the 2012 Guidelines for calculation of the attained EEDI to extend the applicability of the correction factor for Voluntary Structural Enhancement to all general cargo ship types, regardless of size, that have additional class notations for specific structural strength design aspects relating to their trade (such as strengthening for discharge with grabs and strengthening of the bottom for loading/ discharge aground). EEDI database in order to support the reviews of the implementation of the EEDI provisions as detailed in regulation 21.6 of MARPOL Annex VI, an EEDI database was proposed which was agreed in principle for further discussion at MEPC 66. 6

7 Interpretation and amendments of MARPOL Annex VI chapter 4 The following was discussed: On requirements relating to Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP) Amendments to the Unified Interpretation contained within MEPC.1/Circ.795 were adopted which provide an exemption to the requirements to maintain a SEEMP on board to any ships without means of propulsion. These amendments apply until the amendments to the same effect within Chapter 4 of MARPOL Annex VI, adopted at this session, enter into force. NOx control Tier III feasibility study On 15 May 2013, MEPC 65 reviewed the availability of NOx emissions reduction technology, based on a correspondence group report (MEPC 65/4/7). Paragraph 13 of the report recommended that the Tier III application date should remain as 1 January 2016, as stated in Reg of MARPOL Annex VI. However, MEPC 65 did not accept this recommendation, and instead agreed with the Russian Federation proposal (MEPC 65/4/27) to postpone Tier III application by 5 years, to Lloyd's Register notes that while this was a majority decision of MEPC 65, no amendments to MARPOL Annex VI have yet been adopted. Therefore at present there has been no change to the formal regulatory schedule. We will provide further information on the implications of this decision in future, including reviews of any related MARPOL Annex VI amendments which may be considered for adoption at MEPC 66 in March While the decision taken at MEPC 65 was based upon a simple majority, adopting the amendments will be governed by MARPOL Convention articles. Further discussion, including restricting this postponing only to a future ECA that may be adopted, is expected at MEPC 66 when the amendments to the MARPOL Convention are adopted. It should also be noted that if there is strong opposition to such amendments from some member States, there is a possibility of regional measures being introduced as an alternative to the previously agreed international measures. Sulphur control MEPC 65 reviewed submission documents with regard to other measures given in regulation 4 of MARPOL Annex VI. The majority expressed a view not to accept the averaging of Sulphur emissions amongst a group of ships to meet the emission control requirements given under regulation 14 of MARPOL Annex VI. However a delegation expressed its view this approach is time limited and has geographical limitations and therefore allows the objective of the regulation to be met by this other measure and this decision does not prevent the parties from interpreting the Convention as they see fit and appropriate Other Air pollution relating issues Draft amendments to the NOx Technical Code 2008 amendments relating to the testing and approval of dual fuel engines were approved for adoption at MEPC 66. Draft guidelines for replacement engines are not required to meet the Tier III limit MEPC 65 decided to put the guidelines prepared by BLG 17 on the hold until the issues on the NOx Tier III limit implementation date is concluded at MEPC 66. MEPC Circular on Unified interpretation on date of installation an interpretation was approved based upon IACS UI MPC 98 providing a common date to be used for determining the applicable NOx Tier standard for engines that are added or non-identical engines that are replaced on board a ship, as well as establishing the date to be entered in the specified row in item of the supplement to the IAPP Certificate. MEPC Circular on Unified interpretation on identical - an interpretation was approved based upon IACS UI MPC103 on identical replacement engines and by application of the converse, non-identical. This interpretation gives a detailed list for qualifying an engine as identical, e.g., engine design, model, type, power, speed, use, number of cylinder etc. 7

8 Gas fuel engine MEPC 65 agreed the view expressed by the correspondence group to apply the Tier III NOx standards contained in regulation 13 of MARPOL Annex VI to marine engines fuelled solely by gaseous fuels by a future date, e.g. pure LNG. Amendments to the mandatory instruments to make this happen will be considered at a future session Further (future) Energy Efficiency improvement, including measures for existing ships Further (future) Energy Efficiency improvements, including measures for existing ships were discussed. In general a further collection of data was agreed in order to determine any appropriate measures. MEPC 66 will further discuss this issue. However, bilateral working was suggested and the Committee agreed to designate a Working Group to this issue at MEPC. Black carbon in the Arctic there was a proposal to change the scope of the work, i.e. limiting the work to the emissions of Black Carbon from ships navigating in the Arctic area, this was not supported as the Committee had previously agreed that the scope was international. Advice to clients Amendments to the EEDI regulatory framework have been adopted which include ship types not previously covered, including LNG carriers, Ro-Ro ships and cruise passenger ships with non-conventional propulsion. Additional amendments to the resolutions covering the EEDI have also been finalised and are expected to be adopted at the next session (MEPC 66). Furthermore, specific exemptions to the application of Chapter 4, relating to ships without means of propulsion, have been adopted. Updated guidelines on determining minimum propulsion power for manoeuvring in adverse conditions and the use of innovative energy technology for use with the EEDI have been agreed and adopted. The remaining work on EEDI will have to address those ship types with non-conventional propulsion (apart from cruise passenger ships which has already been covered). Initial proposals on how to improve the energy efficiency of existing ships, through further technical and operational measures, are expected to generate significant discussion at the next session. Reduction of GHG emissions from ships (Agenda item 5) Context In 1997 IMO adopted a resolution on CO 2 emissions from ships (Resolution 8 of the 1997 International Conference of Parties to MARPOL 73/78). The IMO Assembly further adopted resolution A.963(23) on IMO policies and practices related to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from ships, which requests the MEPC to develop a greenhouse gas emission index for ships, and guidelines for use of that index. MEPC 55 approved the work plan to identify and develop the mechanisms needed to achieve the limitation or reduction of CO 2 emissions from international shipping. The work plan reiterated the call to consider technical, operational and market-based methods for dealing with GHG emissions (action 1(d) of resolution A.963(23)). MEPC 62 adopted amendments to MARPOL Annex VI and inserted a new chapter 4 by resolution MEPC 203(62) which requires Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) and Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP). MEPC 63 considered the impact of market based measures on greenhouse gas emission. MEPC 64 agreed to the Secretariat s proposal to update the 2009 GHG Study and a workshop will be held in 2013 to define the methodology to update this study Discussion Area 8

9 MEPC 65 agreed to undertake the update to the Second GHG Study. This study would include future emission scenario projections and the study would be governed by an independent steering committee. This study will be submitted to MEPC 66. The discussions on Market Based Measures are on the hold as agreed at MEPC 64. Advice to clients There is no immediate output under this agenda item that affects ship design and operation. However, readers are invited to note the discussion at IMO as a part of holistic discussion on GHG control. Consideration and adoption of amendments to mandatory instruments (Agenda item 6) Context MEPC 65 considered a set of amendments to the mandatory instruments for adoption under this agenda item. They will entry into force on 1 October 2014: Discussion Area Revision of IOPP certificate Deletion of the incinerator capacity, as a consequential amendment to the IMO MARPOL Unified Interpretation to regulation 12.1 of MARPOL Annex I (MEPC 58/23, annex 28), from supplement A and B of the IOPP certificate were adopted. The text of draft Code for recognized organisations (RO Code) as well as draft amendments to MARPOL Annexes I and II to make the RO Code mandatory The text of the draft Code for recognized organizations (RO Code) as well as draft amendments to MARPOL Annexes I and II to make the RO Code mandatory was adopted. Amendments to the condition assessment scheme (Resolution MEPC.94 (46)), as amended The enhanced survey programme was previously adopted as Resolution A.744 (18) as a mandatory guideline, which were subsequently replaced by a mandatory code 2011 ESP Code. The CAS which refers to the ESP regime was revised to make a correct reference. Advice to clients There is no substantial change to ship design and operation. Oil pollution and Garbage management under Interpretations of, and amendments to, MARPOL and related instruments (Agenda item 7) Context Under this agenda item, various interpretations and amendments to the MARPOL Convection were discussed. Discussion Area In addition to the issues on Air Pollution introduced under agenda item 4 above, primary discussion under this agenda item were as follows: MARPOL Annex V (Garbage) relating issues Joint MEPC-LC circular on spoilt cargoes were approved. 9

10 Electrical Garbage Record Book to further consider use of electronic recording for MARPOL related records as a whole. The FAL Committee will be consulted. MEPC will work on this issue. Garbage Record Book Format to clarify Estimated amount of discharge whether into the sea or to reception facilities. Since this forms part of the MARPOL Convention, the final text will be fixed at MEPC 66 following the applicable amendments procedure. Disposal requirement of soot-entrained drainage generated after washing the boiler/economizer on board MEPC 65 did not adopt amendments to the 2012 Guidelines for the implementation of MARPOL Annex V to include boiler/ economizer washdown to allow discharge as operational waste. The matter, together with a guidance outlining best practice for management of boiler/ economizer washdown water will be further developed. Cooking oil a proposal on the disposal of on board cooking oil by discharging the oil into the bilge was not supported, but it was agreed to forward this matter to a technical sub-committee for further discussion. Reception facility for cargoes that are harmful to the marine environment (HME) noting the lack of reception facilities at ports, an MEPC circular on interim measures allowing discharge of cargo hold wash water containing HME into sea was approved Advice to clients Change to garbage record book, if agreed, may have significant impact to onboard record keeping and PSC inspections. Other interpretations/clarification on MARPOL Annex V will require revision to the onboard Garbage Management Plan. Other technical issues - Reports of sub-committees and Maritime Safety Committee (Agenda item 11 & 12) The outcome of the DSC, FP, BLG DE, SLF Sub-Committees were considered under agenda item 11. The various Lloyd s Register reports of IMO meetings are provided in CDLive: and on the Lloyd s Registers website: Outcome of BLG 17 Draft amendments to the IBC Code - corresponding amendments to the code in relation to the inerting requirements for new chemical tankers and chemical tankers of 8,000 dwt to 20,000 dwt constructed on or after 1 January New chemicals - the evaluation of two new substances and their consequential inclusion in the IBC Code MEPC.2/Circular on chemicals (MEPC 2/Circ.19) - new cleaning additives MEPC resolution on 2013 amendments to the Revised Guidelines and Specifications for Oil Discharge Monitoring and Control Systems for Oil Tankers (resolution MEPC.108(49)) for oil tankers that are intended to carry bio-fuel blend up to 25% from 1 January Evaluation of trade-named mixture products three products were approved for inclusion in List 3 of the MEPC.2/Circular with validity for all countries and no expiry date Draft MSC-MEPC circular on Guidance on the timing of replacement of existing certificates by revised certificates as a consequence of the entry into force of amendments to the IBC Code guidance on the replacement of certificates when there are amendments to chapter 18 and 19 of the IBC Code. It states a need to replace on board certificates. Intended use from 1 July Outcome of DE 57 MEPC circular on Amendments to the Unified Interpretation to regulation 12.2 of MARPOL Annex I (MEPC.1/Circ.753) this provides further clarification on the piping arrangements required as a consequence of regulation The provision of a screw-down non-return valve is considered to provide a means equivalent to an arrangement that has no interconnection or no discharge 10

11 connections as specified in regulation Proper amendments to the MARPOL Annex I regulation 12 will be considered at DE 58. Environmental chapter of the Polar Code with proposed amendments to MARPOL Annexes I, II, III, IV and V the following principles were agreed: o General prohibition of operational discharge agreed, with concern about lack of reception facilities. o Prohibition of use of Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO) in Arctic sea to be further considered at DE 58 o Discharge of grey water agreed not to prohibit. o Food waste discharge will be allowed under certain condition o Prohibition of incineration to be further considered. Holding an intersessional meeting in autumn 2013 was in principle agreed subject to approval by the IMO Council. Outcome of DSC 17 MEPC 65 noted that DSC 17 agreed that in general, to have a new section in the future IMSBC Code relating to the revised MARPOL Annex V and that the next set of amendments (03-15) to the IMSBC Code would enter into force on 1 January As an interim measure, MEPC 65 instructed DSC to develop an MEPC Circular to complete a list of Environmentally Hazardous Substances. Outcome of FP 56 MEPC 65 agreed FP 56 s decision that that the survey and certification of fire protection of incinerator and waste stowage spaces should be covered by SOLAS, not MARPOL. Outcome of FSI 21 FAL.2-MEPC.1-MSC.1 circular on list of certificates and documents required to be carried on board ships this is a regular update of the list. This circular lists only the certificates and documents that are required under IMO instruments and it does not include certificates or documents required by other international organizations or governmental authorities Draft amendments to the Survey Guidelines under the Harmonized System of Survey and Certification, 2011 (resolution A.1053(27)) regular update of the survey items including items entered into force up to December Draft MSC-MEPC.5 circular on the unified interpretation of the application of regulations governed by the building contract date, the keel laying date and the delivery date for the requirements of the SOLAS and MARPOL Conventions to provide clear and uniform understanding on the use of contract, keel laying and delivery date. The circular is subject for concurrence by MSC 92. Outcome of SLF 55 Draft amendments to MARPOL Annex I, IBC, BCH code etc. - to mandate stability verifications. Draft Assembly resolution on Use of national tonnage in applying international conventions, with a view to adoption at A 28 - this resolution summaries the background and provides a summary table for the use of national tonnages. It also provides guidance on the remarks which should be added to the 1969 ITC Certificate and on other certificates where the gross tonnage is stated. The resolution will revoke existing resolutions A.758(18) and A.791(19). Outcome of MSC 91 MSC-MEPC circular on the Revised Guidelines for Formal Safety Assessment (FSA) for use in the IMO rule-making process - the changes are relatively minor, mainly clarifying definitions and procedures, plus the incorporation of a new section on an application and review process for FSA. MSC-MEPC circular on Guidelines for the application of Human Element Analysing Process (HEAP) to the IMO rule-making process - the guidelines have not significantly changed other than the addition of a flowchart in the hope of making them easier to use and therefore encouraging their use within the IMO s rule-making process 11

12 Noise from commercial shipping and its adverse impacts on marine life (Agenda item 17) DE 57 prepared a draft MEPC Circular on Guidelines for the reduction of underwater noise from commercial shipping. Owing to the close proximately to the DE 57 meeting, the draft guideline are to be revised by the MEPC 66 meeting scheduled for spring

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