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Amendment to international Convention for the Safety of life at Sea, 1974, as modified by the protocol of 1988 relating to chapter III thereto and its applicability

Applicable to: All Indian seafarers, shipowners, and companies
Effective Date: Immediate
Superseded Circulars: None

Key Changes and Requirements

1. Amendments to SOLAS Convention — Annexure-1

The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974, as modified by the protocol of 1988, has been amended. The amendments are outlined in Annexure-1 and are effective immediately.

  • Amendments: Refer to Annexure-1 for detailed amendments.

2. Compliance Obligations

All stakeholders are advised to ensure compliance with the amended provisions to give full effect to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea.

  • Action Required: Review and implement the amended provisions as outlined in Annexure-1.
Annexure-1 SOLAS Convention Amendments

Refer to the attached Annexure-1 for a detailed list of amendments to the SOLAS Convention.

Important Note

Non-compliance may result in penalties under the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958. For further guidance, please refer to the DGS website (www.dgshipping.gov.in).

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