ClassNK De-harmonization of the IOPP (International Oil 2016 12)

The International Convention for the Control and Management of Ship's Ballast Water and Sediments (BWM Convention) will enter into force on 8 September 2017 and according to IMO Resolution A.1088(28), the implementation deadline for the existing ships to conduct ballast water exchange through Ballast Water Management Systems is the first renewal survey associated with the IOPP Certificate after 8 September 2017.

The International Convention for the Control and Management of Ship's Ballast Water and Sediments (BWM Convention) will enter into force on 8 September 2017 and according to IMO Resolution A.1088(28), the implementation deadline for the existing ships to conduct ballast water exchange through Ballast Water Management Systems is the first renewal survey associated with the IOPP Certificate after 8 September 2017.