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Corrigendum to DGS Order No.6 of 2013- Certification of Containers Manufactured in India in accordance with CSC 1972.

Applicable to: Container Manufacturers and Recognized Organizations
Effective Date: Immediate
Superseded Circulars: DGS Order 6 of 2013

Key Changes and Requirements

1. Joint Certification of Containers

The DGS has permitted joint certification/inspection of containers as per the CSC Convention 1972 by the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) along with any other recognized organization authorized by the Government of India.

  • Duration: 6 months, extendable to 12 months subject to review
  • Fees: To be guided by mutual agreements between IRS and the other recognized organization
II/4  Joint certification/inspection of containers as per CSC Convention 1972
Important Note

This order comes into operation with immediate effect.

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