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Amendments to International Code on the Enhanced Programme of Inspections during surveys of Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers, 2011 (2011 ESPCODE) and its applicability

Applicable to: All Indian seafarers, companies, and stakeholders
Effective Date: 15th February 2024
Superseded Circulars: None mentioned

Key Changes and Requirements

1. Amendments to 2011 ESP Code

The International Code on the Enhanced Programme of Inspections during surveys of Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers, 2011 (2011 ESP Code) has been amended. The amendments are effective from the dates mentioned in the annexure.

  • Amendments: 2014, 2016, 2018, 2021, 2023, and 2024
  • Effective Dates: Vary for each amendment (see annexure)

2. Compliance Obligations

All stakeholders are advised to comply with the provisions of the ESP Code, as amended, to give full effect to the Safety of Life at Sea Convention (SOLAS).

  • Action: Review and implement the amendments in your operations
  • Deadline: Ongoing, as per the effective dates of each amendment
Annexure - I  Amendments to the 2011 ESP Code
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