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Cape Town Agreement to Enter into Force in 2027
In 2012, a diplomatic conference held in Cape Town adopted an eponymous agreement establishing international safety standards for fishing vessels.
february 26, 2026 2621

MARPOL Amendments Entering into Force – new ECAS for the Norwegian Sea & Canadian Arctic
Russian Maritime Register of Shipping reminds stakeholders that amendments to Annex VI of the MARPOL Convention (resolution MEPC.392(82)) on nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulphur oxides (SOx) and particulate matter Emission Control Areas in the Norwegian Sea and the Canadian Arctic will enter into force on March 1, 2026.
february 26, 2026 3789

Comprehensive Review of the STCW Set to Continue at IMO
On February 23, the 12th session of the Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW 12) opens at the IMO headquarters.
february 21, 2026 2906

RS provides insights on PPR 13
As part of the 13th session of the IMO Sub-Committee on Pollution Prevention and Response, delegates from Russian Maritime Register of Shipping (RS) contributed to discussions on pressing environmental protection issues and response measures for ship-source pollution.
february 16, 2026 1986

RS to attend PPR 13
The 13th session of the Sub-Committee on Pollution Prevention and Response (PPR 13) commences today at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Headquarters in London.
february 09, 2026 2350

RS at the 47th Session of the ADN Safety Committee: Harmonizing Regulations and Refining Provisions
Russian Maritime Register of Shipping (RS), represented by Senior Principal Surveyor of the International Affairs Department, Sergey Legusha, took part in the 47th session of the Joint Meeting of Experts on the Regulations annexed to the European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Inland Waterways (ADN) – the ADN Safety Committee.
february 04, 2026 2453

IMO Regulatory Agenda 2026: Environmental Protection
Among more than 170 items in the work programme for 2026–2027, environmental protection is currently IMO’s top priority.
january 30, 2026 2551

IMO Regulatory Agenda 2026: Maritime Safety, Seafarer Training and Facilitation
Over 170 items were included in the updated 2026–2027 work programme of IMO bodies, following the adoption of the Organization’s revised Strategic Plan at the 34th session of the IMO Assembly.
january 28, 2026 3745