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29 Oct 2014

WTO Publishes Annual Package of Trade and Tariff Data

The WTO released on 28 October 2014 new editions of its key statistical publications: International Trade Statistics, Trade Profiles, World Tariff Profiles and Services Profiles. The four publications provide a detailed breakdown of the latest trade developments. International Trade Statistics 2014 provides a detailed overview of world trade up to the end of 2013, covering merchandise and services trade as well as trade measured in value-added terms. A variety of charts illustrate noteworthy trends in global trade while numerous tables provide more detailed data. A chapter on methodology explains how the data are compiled. The publication is available first in electronic format, with a print version to follow in November.

01 Mar 2010

ISM Code, 2010 Edition, Now Available

Now available from IMO is the 2010 edition of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code, which includes all related guidelines and consolidates all amendments to the Code adopted since the last edition was published in 2002. Amendments to the ISM Code adopted in 2004, 2005 and 2008; Guidelines on implementation of the ISM Code by Administrations (Assembly resolution A.1022(26); The complete text of SOLAS chapter IX Management for the Safe Operation of Ships, as amended in 2000 and 2005; Guidelines for the operational implementation of the ISM Code by Companies (MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.5); Guidance on the qualifications, training and experience necessary for undertaking the role of the designated person under the provisions of the ISM Code (MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.6)…

01 Apr 2009

Revised MARPOL Annex VI, NOx Tech. Code

A new publication is now available from IMO Publications on the revised international regulations on preventing and reducing harmful emissions from ships, such as sulphur oxides (SOx), nitrogen oxides (NOx) and particulate matter. The revised MARPOL Annex VI (Regulations for the Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) and the revised NOx Technical Code 2008 were adopted by IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee in October 2008, with an entry into force date of 1 July 2010. The Revised MARPOL Annex VI & NOx Technical Code 2008 (2009 Edition) is an essential publication for  maritime Administrations, classification societies, shipping companies (owners and operators)…

03 Jun 2008

IMO Releases Performance Standards for Radiocommunications

A new consolidated edition containing all IMO adopted performance standards for shipborne radiocommunications and navigational equipment is now available. Performance Standards for Shipborne Radiocommunications and Navigational Equipment (2008 Edition) is essential reading for the shipbuilding industry, manufacturers of equipment, shipyards and Administrations. ·                 Provision of radio services for the GMDSS. The 2008 edition supersedes the 2002 consolidated edition. The new edition is now available from authorized distributors of IMO publications (http://www.imo.org/Publications/mainframe.asp?topic_id=429) and via IMO's Online Bookshop. For further information, please consult the IMO website at www.imo.org.

28 May 2008

IAMSAR Volumes Available

New editions of the three volumes of the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual have just been published jointly by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in English, French and Spanish. They include all amendments that were adopted between 2001 and 2007 by IMO's Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) and ICAO. Volume I Organization and Management discusses the global search and rescue (SAR) system concept, establishment and improvement of national and regional SAR systems, and co-operation with neighbouring States to provide effective and economical SAR services. Volume II Mission Co-ordination assists personnel who plan and coordinate SAR operations and exercises.

08 Oct 2007

IMO Publishes New GMDSS Manual

system (GMDSS), the GMDSS Manual. form the GMDSS and the Master Plan for the GMDSS. communication. The Manual is available from authorized distributors of IMO publications and via IMO's Online Bookshop.