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Revised MARPOL Annex VI Fuel Data Collection System
New regulation 22A of MARPOL Annex VI regarding fuel data collection system requires operators to have an effective updated Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan on board managed vessels.

New California Biofouling Regulations
How aware are you of Biofouling Regulations? California State Marine Invasive Species Program Annual Vessel Reporting Form supersedes the California State Hull Husbandry Report.

Maritime Cyber Risk Management
UK Department of Transport released ‘Ship cyber security code of practice’ to provide detailed information on implementing and maintaining good cyber security practices on maritime vessels.

Enclosed Space Entry CIC
From 1 January 2015, crew members are required to take part in enclosed space entry and rescue drills. How familiar is crew, though, with the enclosed space entry requirements?

Safety of Navigation CIC – Best Practice Guide
Aiming to examine the conformity of safety regulations for ships Paris and Tokio MoU launched Safety of Navigation CIC. SQE MARINE has prepared a best practice guide.

Paris MoU MLC CIC Results
This SQE MARINE Circular summarizes the results of the Paris MoU MLC CIC which came about a twelve items questionnaire checking the compliance with the MLC 2006.

China PSC CIC for Bulk Carriers
New China PSC CIC inspection is focusing on structures of bulk carriers. Which are, therefore, the elements that the inspectors shall focus on during the campaign?

USCG PSC Annual Report 2016
SQE MARINE Circular on USCG PSC Annual Report 2016 presents facts and figures in comparison with 2015 PSC Report.

Results of Cargo Securing CIC
A recent concentrated inspection campaign (CIC) shows how familiar are crew members with the procedures and equipment required for Cargo Securing handling.

USA VGP Annual Report
Effective from December 19, 2013 to December 18, 2018, Vessel General Permit (VGP) requires Ship Managers with vessels covered under this, to submit their annual report by February 28, 2017.