Blog Preview
Certification of Offshore vessels, Accommodation barges etc. under the provisions of SOLAS, 1974 or Special Purpose Ships Safety Code (SPS Code),Self propelled vessels,Indian Special Purpose Ships, Explosive Stowage,Electrical Installations. subsequent me…
Applicable to:
Indian seafarers, ship owners, and companies operating offshore vessels, accommodation barges, and special purpose ships in Indian waters.
Effective Date:
23 January 2007
Superseded Circulars:
SD Circular No. 2/2006 and DGS letter No. SD-9/CHRT(82)/97-III dated 17/08/2006
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Phased Compliance for Self-Propelled Vessels
Self-propelled vessels not complying with the SPS Code will be required to comply in a phased manner as follows:
- Season 2006-2007: SD Circular No. 2/2006 and DGS letter No. SD-9/CHRT(82)/97-III dated 17/08/2006 are kept in abeyance.
- Season 2007-2008: Vessels carrying more than 12 special personnel must comply with Chapter 8 - Life Saving Appliances of the SPS Code.
- From 2008-2009 season: Vessels must fully comply with the provisions of the SPS Code.
2. Phased Compliance for Non-Self-Propelled Vessels
Non-self-propelled vessels will comply in a phased manner as follows:
- Season 2006-2007: SD Circular No. 2/2006 and DGS letter No. SD-9/CHRT(82)/97-III dated 17/08/2006 are kept in abeyance.
- Season 2007-2008: Vessels carrying more than 12 special personnel must comply with Chapters 6, 7, 8, and 9 of the SPS Code.
- From 2008-2009 season: Vessels must also comply with Chapters 2 and 3 of the SPS Code.
3. Indian Special Purpose Ships
Indian owners shall not acquire any self-propelled vessel or non-self-propelled vessel that does not fully comply with the provisions of the SPS Code after the issue of this Circular.
Want to learn and share your knowledge about the maritime world?
Explore the Blog app on Navvyx - Get maritime insights from across the world in one place.