Maritime Regulations & Technical Information
A structured collection of regulatory updates and technical information covering developments that affect shipowners, operators, surveyors, and maritime professionals across the international shipping industry.
Articles provide practical information on evolving statutory requirements, survey and inspection practices, structural and technical standards, compliance expectations, and other important developments relevant to vessel safety, seaworthiness, and maritime operations.
Anchor Handling Requirements – SOLAS II-1/3-13 & MSC.1/Circ.1662
Stricter Oversight on Thickness Measurement Firms / MSC.553(108) 
Safe Mooring Design (MSC.1/Circ.1175/Rev.1) 
Safety & Environmental Safeguards / Machinery Spaces
EEXI & CII Verification Surveys: IMO Energy Efficiency and Carbon Compliance
SEEMP Part III & CII Compliance: Ship Operational Carbon Intensity
IMO DCS & EU MRV Compliance: Fuel Consumption, GHG Data & Verification
EU ETS for Shipping: Maritime Emissions Trading & Compliance
FuelEU Maritime: EU Maritime Fuel and GHG Compliance
IHM Compliance & Surveys: Inventory of Hazardous Materials
Hong Kong Convention & IHM: Ship Recycling Compliance
Environmental Compliance Surveys for ShipsFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What topics are covered in the Regulations & Technical Information articles?
The articles cover maritime regulatory developments, statutory requirements, technical standards, survey and inspection practices, vessel safety, structural requirements, compliance matters, and other developments relevant to the international shipping industry.
Who are these regulatory and technical articles intended for?
The information is intended for shipowners, ship operators, technical managers, superintendents, marine surveyors, engineers, compliance professionals, and other maritime stakeholders who need to understand developments affecting vessel operations and technical compliance.
Why is it important to follow changes in maritime requirements?
Maritime requirements develop continuously. Keeping informed helps responsible technical and operational personnel understand changing obligations, prepare for surveys and inspections, and identify areas where vessel procedures, documentation, equipment, or technical arrangements may require review.
Do the articles provide practical technical information?
Yes. The articles are intended to explain regulatory and technical developments in a practical manner, with emphasis on how requirements can affect vessel condition, surveys, inspections, documentation, compliance, and technical decision-making.
Can the information help with survey and inspection preparation?
Yes. The information can assist shipowners, operators, and technical teams in understanding relevant requirements and identifying areas that may require attention before statutory, classification, regulatory, or technical inspections.
Are the articles intended to replace official regulations?
No. The articles provide technical information and practical interpretation for general professional guidance. They do not replace applicable legislation, official regulatory instruments, flag Administration requirements, classification requirements, or instructions issued by the competent authority.
How can regulatory developments affect vessel operations?
Regulatory developments may affect vessel procedures, documentation, equipment, inspection arrangements, maintenance, structural condition, safety management, and compliance responsibilities. The actual impact depends on the vessel, applicable requirements, flag, classification status, and operational circumstances.
How often are new regulatory information articles published?
New articles can be added as significant regulatory, statutory, technical, survey, and inspection developments arise, providing an expanding reference resource for maritime professionals.
Can PAMS provide technical support regarding regulatory requirements?
PAMS Pacific Admiralty Maritime Services provides independent marine surveying and marine technical consultancy support, including technical inspections, vessel condition assessment, regulatory compliance support, and assistance with preparation for applicable statutory and classification requirements.
Where should official regulatory requirements be confirmed?
Applicable requirements should always be confirmed against the current official instruments and instructions issued by the relevant Flag Administration, competent maritime authority, recognized organization, classification society, or other authorized body.
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