Verified Gross Mass Requirements - IMO Issues Circular Promoting Pragmatic and Practical Approach By Authorities
In response to concerns about the application of the requirements for a container loaded on board and in transit prior to the 01 July implementation date, the IMO MSC agreed that some leeway should be granted to avoid any problems during the transitional period.
It has issued a circular (MSC.1/Circ.1548) that asks Flag Administrations and Port State Control to take a “practical and pragmatic approach” when enforcing the new regulations.
Click here for the full text of the circular.
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