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Tank Container Assn Answers FAQs on SOLAS Weight Regs

June 7, 2016  SOURCE: ITCO Secretariat     SOLAS Container Weight Regulations —  In preparation for the Introduction by the IMO of SOLAS Regulation for Verified Gross Mass of Containers, the ITCO Secretariat has prepared answers to a number of FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions). In addition to the information supplied, please also see the links at the end of the document for addition information. If you have any further questions, please contact us.

1. What is the new regulation?

International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), as amended Chapter VI Part A, Regulation 2 (verified gross mass).

2. Why is there verified gross mass regulation?

It results from marine investigations that reported container mis-declared weights were a factor in a number of incidents involving ship safety. In one case, a container ship broke up and had to be beached to avoid a complete loss of the vessel.

3. When does the regulation come into force?

1 July 2016

4. What is the recommendation for ITCO tank container operators?

Plan ahead. Make preparations as appropriate. Be aware of: MSC.Circ.1475 June 2014 Guidelines Regarding The Verified Gross Mass Of A Container Carrying Cargo. Also, any additional local country/state issued guidelines. Communicate with shippers, shipping lines, ports and agents/local offices to arrange local procedures. Read More]]>

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