Issuing agency: Lloyd's Register
Column: Regulatory updates
source: https://www.lr.org/en/knowledge/regulatory-updates/imo-meetings-and-future-legislation/msc-110-summary-report/
The IMO's Maritime Safety Committee is where maritime safety and security matters are discussed.
MSC 110 met at the IMO in London from 18 - 27 June 2025
Key issues that MSC is considering at the moment include the development of a safety regulatory framework supporting the reduction of GHG using alternative fuels and new technologies, and developing a Code for autonomous ships.
SOLAS regulation V/23 on pilot transfer arrangements;
Performance standards for pilot transfer arrangements; and
STCW.7 circular on generic interim guidelines on training for seafarers on ships using alternative fuels and new technologies.
MSC circular on the revised code of practice for atmospheric oil mist detectors.
Continues work on safe decarbonisation with identified barriers and gaps for alternative fuels and new technologies completed, and work assigned to sub-committees.
Considered the “one ship, one code” policy with regards to the IGF and IGC Codes and agreed to keep the policy. Consequently, new guidelines for the use of fuel on ships subject to the IGC Code will be required.
More LR regulatory updates, including those from IMO meetings, are available at www.lr.org/imo.