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Implementation of Cyber-security risk mitigation measures on board Indian Flag Ships.
Applicable to:
All Indian shipping companies holding Document of Compliance (DOC) under ISM Code
Effective Date:
Immediately
Superseded Circulars:
None
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Cyber-Security Risk Mitigation Measures
All shipping companies must comply with IMO's MSC.428(98) resolution by January 1, 2021, integrating cyber-risk management into their Safety Management Systems (SMS).
- Action Required: Review and update SMS manuals to include cyber-risk management procedures.
- Timeline: New DOC applicants on/after January 1, 2018. Existing DOC holders encouraged to comply before January 1, 2021.
II/4 Review and verification of cyber-risk mitigation measures by Recognized Organizations (RO) and Administration Surveyors.
Important Note
Failure to comply may result in non-acceptance of DOC annual/renewal audit requests and vessel SMC intermediate/renewal audit requests.
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