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Outcomes of the UN Ocean Conference

07 July 2022

The UN Ocean Conference sets the tone for understanding international priorities for ocean protection, a barometer of feeling towards industry and environmental priorities, and how shipping fits within the global context. From highlighting the BIMCO position on underwater radiated noise and conveying the need for harmonised regulation based on sound science – through to demonstrating the work being undertaken to address the plastic footprint of shipping we are committed to representing our members on the international stage.

United Kingdom, England - Wales, Portsmouth - Pilotage

20 August 2019

IMO develops guidance on the impact of the situation in the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov on insurance or other financial security certificates

31 March 2022

The introduction of economic sanctions against Russian banks and other interests may restrict insurers or other financial security providers from processing claims or prohibit payment of claims arising under IMO liability and compensation conventions.

Bangladesh, Chittagong - Entrance

27 February 2018

Explanatory notes

10 March 2018

Croatia, Ploce - ETA

27 February 2018

IMO Legal Committee agrees unified interpretation on limitation of liability

10 August 2021

At its meeting held from 26 to 30 July 2021, the Legal Committee (LEG) of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) agreed on a unified interpretation of the test for breaking a shipowner’s right to limit liability under certain IMO conventions. The committee also considered several other issues relating to the abandonment of seafarers, to Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) and to the committee’s future work programme.

Guyana, Georgetown - Entrance

27 February 2018

Revised Charter Party Guarantee adopted by Documentary Committee

24 November 2022

At its meeting in Copenhagen on 16 November, BIMCO’s Documentary Committee adopted a revised version of its standard Charter Party Guarantee. The Charter Party Guarantee 2022 is an up-to-date, clearly worded and comprehensive time charterers’ guarantee for all sums payable and liabilities under a time charter party.

Towage and Salvage Masterclass Online

21 October 2020

Towage & Salvage Masterclass Online is a series of 10 online sessions highlighting the wide range of ocean towage and salvage agreements provided by BIMCO. This course focusses on practical solutions and ways for the parties to allocate risks and obligations.