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LRIT conformance test for Panamanian flagged ship
The Panama Maritime Authority has revised Merchant Marine Circular MMC-195 (in September 2025) regarding the implementation of LRIT Conformance Test for Panamanian flagged ships. Therefore, the contents of the previous ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-1351 (dated 11 June 2025) have been updated accordingly. This Technical Information supersedes the previous ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-1351. -1. The circular applies to the following types of Panamanian flagged vessels, engaged on international voyages. (MMC-195, 4.1, 4.2) - All passenger ships - Cargo ships of 300 gross tonnage and above - Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU) that are propelled by mechanical means - Offshore Support Vessels, Special Purpose Ships and Mobile Offshore UnitOmission of "Launching at 5 knots" test of Rescue boat(s) and Lifeboat(s) for Malta -flagged vessels
Transport Malta issued Technical Notice SLS.24 Rev.1 for omission of "Launching at 5 knots" test of Rescue boat(s) and Lifeboat(s) for sister ships. Previously, the omission of "Launching at 5 knots" test for sister ships during new building had not been accepted for Lifeboat(s). By the notice and detailed instruction, the omission of "Launching at 5 knots" test of not only Rescue Boat(s) but also Lifeboat(s) for sister ships is accepted subject to confirmation of the following: 1. the sister ships are built according to the same plans of the lead ship on which the test has been carried out; 2. they are provided with Rescue Boat(s), Lifeboat(s) and Launching arrangement(s) that are identical to those on the lead ship on which the launch test has beenThis Technical Information became null and void on 4 Dec 2025.
LRIT conformance test for Panamanian flagged ship
The Panama Maritime Authority has revised Merchant Marine Circular MMC-195 (in May 2025) regarding the implementation of LRIT Conformance Test for Panamanian flagged ships. Therefore, the contents of the previous ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-1321 (dated 30 April 2024) have been updated accordingly. This Technical Information supersedes the previous ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-1321. -1. The circular applies to the following types of Panamanian flagged vessels, engaged on international voyages and constructed on or after 31 December 2008. (MMC-195, 4.1, 4.2) - All passenger ships - Cargo ships of 300 gross tonnage and above - Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU) that are propelled by mechanical means - Offshore Support Vessels, SpeciaNotice of voluntary replacement of rocket parachute flares Kokusai Kakoh Co., Ltd / Type: KP-16
Kokusai Kakoh Co., Ltd. has issued a notice of the replacement of the following rocket parachute flares: Product name/type: Kokusai Kakoh Co., Ltd. Rocket parachute flares Type: KP-16 Date of manufacture: From February 2021 to July 2024 Owners and management companies of vessels equipped with the product(s) concerned are requested to follow the instructions from Kokusai Kakoh Co., Ltd. on their website at https://www.kokusai-kakoh.co.jp/kp-16en.html. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Material and Equipment Department, Administration Center Annex, Head Office Address: 3-3 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0094, Japan Tel.: +81-3-5226-2020 Fax: +81-3-5226-2057 E-mail: eqd@classnk.or.jpSpecial requirements for life-saving appliances and equipment installed on board Singapore-flagged vessels
The Marine and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA Singapore) has announced the following special requirement related to life-saving appliances and equipment installed on board Singapore-flagged vessels. This requirement applies to all Singapore-flagged vessels regardless of their date of construction. Compliance with this requirement is to be confirmed at the next survey related to the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate (i.e. SE survey) on or after the issued date of this ClassNK Technical Information. [Requirement] Wire-rope grips for the falls of life-saving appliances, such as bulldog grips, are not acceptable for any primary load-bearing terminations. This includes falls for lifeboats, rescue boats and davit-launched liferafts as well as hanging oThis Technical Information became null and void on 11 Jun 2025.
LRIT conformance test for Panama flagged ship
The Panama Maritime Authority has revised Merchant Marine Circular MMC-195 (in March 2024) regarding the implementation of LRIT Conformance Test for Panama flagged ships. Therefore, contents of the previous ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-1301 (dated 6 July 2023) have been revised. This Technical Information supersedes the previous ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-1301. - The LRIT conformance test shall be carried out within one year from the initial/latest conformance test, in addition to cases of all new installations. To comply with this annual conformance test, Panamanian vessels shall follow the timetable as below: (1) Vessels having the conformance test completed prior to 31 December 2018, should complete the test before the end of SeptemThis Technical Information became null and void on 30 Apr 2024.
LRIT conformance test for Panama flagged ship
The Panama Maritime Authority has revised Merchant Marine Circular MMC-195 (May 2023) regarding the implementation of LRIT Conformance Test for Panama flagged ship. The revised circular added points 13., 14. and 15. mainly with the aim of greater control of the Panamanian Fleet (LRIT). Major revised parts from the previous version are as follows. - The LRIT conformance test shall be carried out within one year from the initial/latest conformance test, in addition to cases of all new installations, changes of flag and change of owner. To comply with this annual conformance test, Panamanian vessels shall follow the timetable as below: (1) Vessels having the conformance test completed prior to 31 December 2018, should complete the test before the end of SepCarriage of immersion suits onboard Panama flagged ship
The Panama Maritime Authority has revised Merchant Marine Circular MMC-144 (April 2023) regarding the implementation of the carriage of immersion suits onboard Panama flagged ship. The followings are major revised parts from the No. TEC-1289. The requirement for carriage of immersion suits for use during drills is NOT amended. This ClassNK Technical Information supersedes ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-1289. - For immersion suit and anti-exposure suit, air pressure test is to be conducted at three years intervals, and annually for suits over ten years of age according to MSC/Circ.1114. Air pressure test for suits over ten years of age is required from the next periodical survey of the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate, on or after 1 June 202Medical Oxygen Cylinder onboard Marshall Islands flagged vessels
The Marshall Islands Government has published a Notice of the special requirements for carriage of Medical Oxygen Cylinders onboard the Marshall Islands flagged vessels (Marine Notice No.2-011-2 Rev. Jun/2021). From the previous Notice (Rev. Nov/2019), the texts of item 5 related to checking and changing of the cylinders are revised. And the requirement of the shipboard Safety Management System (SMS) for carrying dangerous goods is added in item 7 of this Technical Information. This Technical Information supersedes the previous ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-1197 dated 24 December 2019. The main points of the Notice are as follows. 1. Vessels that fall under Column A or B of the MFAG Appendix 14 – List of Equipment, are required to carry a minimThis Technical Information became null and void on 8 Nov 2021.
Medical Oxygen Cylinder onboard Marshall Islands flagged vessels
The Marshall Islands Government has published a Notice of the special requirements for carriage of Medical Oxygen Cylinders onboard the Marshall Islands flagged vessels (Marine Notice No.2-011-2 Rev. Nov/2019). The underlined parts in the below texts are changes from the previous Notice (Rev. 1/15). This Technical Information supersedes the previous ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-1035 dated 1 July 2015. The main points of the Notice are as follows. 1. Vessels that fall under Column A or B of the MFAG Appendix 14 – List of Equipment, are required to carry a minimum of 44 L/200 bar oxygen as follows: "Column A" means the requirement for the vessels when casualties cannot be hospitalized on shore within 24 hours, and "Column B" means the requiremeRequirements for maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats and rescue boats, launching appliances and release gear
At the ninety-sixth session of the Maritime Safety Committee (MSC 96) held in May 2016, IMO Resolution MSC.402(96) on the requirements for maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats and rescue boats, launching appliances and release gear was adopted in conjunction with the adoption of the amendments to SOLAS III/3 and III/20 to make the MSC resolution mandatory. Taking into account the provision of the resolutions, IACS reviewed unified requirements related to approval of service suppliers and adopted URZ17 (Rev.14) in March 2019. The amendments of relevant Rules and Guidelines will come into force from 1 January 2020, but may apply before the effective date upon the request. Outline of the amendment madThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.
Carriage of immersion suits on cargo ships flying Malta Flag
The Malta Government has notified ClassNK of carriage requirements and air pressure tests of immersion suits as below (Technical Notice SLS.8 Rev.2). Contents of ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0658 (only requirements for Malta flagged vessels) and No.TEC-0953 were integrated into this ClassNK Technical Information, and therefore this ClassNK Technical Information supersedes No.TEC-0953. As for requirements for other flagged vessels described in No.TEC-0658, please refer continuously. 1. Requirements for the carriage of immersion suits (1) A ship other than a bulk carrier, as defined in SOLAS 74 Chapter IX Regulation 1, as amended, which is constantly engaged on voyages in warm climates, may be exempted from the requirement of SOLAS 74 Chapter IThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.
Air pressure test of immersion suit on board India Flagged Vessels
Instructions from the several flag states regarding air pressure test of immersion suit and anti-exposure suit seams and closures were informed by ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0756 dated 9 December 2008 and No.TEC-0826 dated 25 August 2010. The India Government has notified ClassNK of the additional information concerning air pressure test of immersion suit on board India Flagged Vessels as per attached. According to the information, the air pressure test may be carried out by trained ship’s crews on board the ship subject to the several conditions required by the India Government. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Survey Department, Administration Center Annex, Head Office Address: 3-3 KioThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.
Monthly inspection of immersion suits / anti-exposure suits
It has already been informed by ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0513 of 1 April 2003 about monthly inspection of immersion suits / anti-exposure suits for Singapore flagged vessels, Hong Kong flagged vessels and Greek flagged vessels. In addition to the above, India Governments have notified ClassNK of the similar instructions. In this connection, please be informed that the monthly inspection of immersion suits / anti-exposure suits are now required to the vessels flagged with Singapore, Hong Kong, Greece and India. ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0513 has been superseded accordingly. According to the notices, that IMO Circular MSC/Circ.1047 "Guidelines for monthly shipboard inspection of immersion suits and anti-exposure suits by ships"Launching at 5 knots" test of Lifeboat and Rescue boats for vessels under Netherlands flag
The Netherlands Shipping Inspectorate has informed ClassNK about "Launching at 5knots" test of lifeboats and rescue boats as follows. 1. For ships built according to the same plans and with identical installation of rescue boats and launching arrangements, the successful results from the launch test at 5 knots headway speed on the mothership are acceptable as documented evidence of the similar ability to launch the rescue boats from the sister ships in the series. 2. In the case of existing ships and in particular to address the problems with the launching test at 5 knot of lifeboats after replacement of lifeboat release and retrieval systems which is required in MSC.1/Circ.1392, the Administration allows the following test to be performed, as an equivThis Technical Information became null and void on 16 Mar 2017.
Maintenance, inspection and test of Fire Fighting equipments and Lifesaving appliances on board the Vanuatu-flagged vessels
The Administration of Vanuatu has informed ClassNK that FLEET / SAFETY LETTER 2016-May-25 (SCHEDULE ON THE SERVICING OF LIFESAVING AND FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT), which is in reference to maintenance, inspection and test of Fire Fighting equipments and Lifesaving appliances on board the Vanuatu registered vessels. [Purpose of this notice; FLEET / SAFETY LETTER 2016-May-25] This notice summarizes and specifies the intervals for maintenance, testing and inspection of the fire protection systems and Lifesaving appliances. Application of this notice; 1. This notice applies to all Vanuatu-flagged vessels. 2. Our surveyors will confirm that the maintenance and testing records are kept on board the vessel in accordance with this notice at every periodical suThis Technical Information became null and void on 22 Mar 2023.
Atmosphere Testing Instrument for Enclosed Spaces(Singapore and Vanuatu)
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore and Vanuatu Maritime Services have informed ClassNK of the requirement for atmosphere testing instrument for enclosed spaces. Both Flag Administrations require ships which are registered in the flag states to provide atmosphere testing instrument for enclosed spaces specified in Resolution MSC.380(94) as soon as possible but not later than 1 July 2015. Compliance of above requirement shall be verified by surveyor at first survey relating to the Safety Equipment on or after 1 July 2015. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Survey Operations Headquarters, Administration Center Annex, Head Office Address: 3-3 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0094, Japan Tel.: +8This Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.
Carriage of immersion suits and lifejackets on board Danish flagged vessels
The Danish Maritime Authority (DMA) has notified of carriage of immersion suits and lifejackets for that flagged ships as follows. Therefore, this ClassNK Technical Information supersedes ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0790 "Installation of immersion suits on board Danish flagged vessels" issued on 13 November 2009. 1. Immersion suits on board Danish flagged vessels are to be of a type in accordance with the LSA Code Regulation 2.3.2.2 that ensures a thermal protection for 6 hours (insulated). However, the DMA accepts any wheel-marked immersion suit that is in accordance with the Marine Equipment Directive 96/98/EC. 2. Immersion suits and lifejackets are to be so placed as to be readily accessible and their position is to be plainly indicated. ThThis Technical Information became null and void on 30 Mar 2021.
Survey on lifeboat on-load release mechanisms (Lifeboat Release and Retrieval Systems: LRRSs) for ships flying Bahamian flag
With regard to survey on LRRSs, it had been notified by the Technical Information (No.: TEC-0966, Date: 3 October 2013), and the Bahamian Government's instructions have been given, which is summarized as flows of actions for ships flying Bahamian flag in the Attachment 1. Ships flying Bahamian flag are required to follow the flows. In the Case 1 and Case 2 of the flows, a copy of evaluation report by the Recognized Organization (the Attachment 2) of the LRRS type registered to IMO GISIS is acceptable to us, and the copy is supplied by the lifeboat maker or the service provider. IMO GISIS is web page (http://gisis.imo.org) that evaluation results of LRRS types are registered to. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAThis Technical Information became null and void on 30 Mar 2021.
Special requirements for Life-saving appliances and Equipment onboard Panamanian flagged vessels
The Panamanian Government has notified ClassNK that employment of fall preventer devices (FPDs) on lifeboats for ships flying Panamanian flag is not mandatory with regard to Merchant Marine Circular MMC-250 issued in July 2012 by the Government. For your attention, section 2 of Technical Information No.TEC-0937 dated 17 December 2012, related to application of requirement on FPDs employment, has been replaced with this information accordingly. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Material and Equipment Department, Administration Center, Head Office Address: 4-7 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8567, Japan Tel.: +81-3-5226-2020 Fax: +81-3-5226-2057 E-mail: eqd@classnk.or.jpThis Technical Information became null and void on 30 Mar 2021.
Survey on lifeboat on-load release mechanisms (Lifeboat Release and Retrieval Systems: LRRSs)
With regard to conformity with SOLAS III/1.5 amended by MSC.317(89) as notified by Technical Information (No.TEC-0858, Date: 1 August 2011), our survey on LRRSs will be carried out in the first scheduled dry-dock after 1 July 2014. The survey is to be applied to ships on which lifeboat on-load release mechanisms are installed. Each type of existing LRRS has been evaluated by an Administration. There are the following cases of evaluation results: Case 1. Compliant Case 2. Compliant after modification Case 3. Non-compliant (to be replaced) About the type of LRRS for the ship and evaluation result, please ask the lifeboat maker. Ship owners should order the lifeboat maker or the service provider for the LRRSs to comply with SOLAS III/1.5 amended by MSThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Jun 2018.
Carriage of immersion suits on cargo ships flying Malta Flag
With reference to the carriage of immersion suits on board Malta Flagged vessels, although ClassNK informed ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0658 and TEC-0901, Malta Government has noticed ClassNK of additional immersion suits as below (Technical Notice SLS.8 Rev.1). ･ Immersion suits intended solely for training purposes and marked accordingly. (The immersion suits intended for training purpose are to be non-vacuum packed immersion suits.) ClassNK confirmed to Malta Government that the number of immersion suits is deemed by managers of ship under consideration of actual number of crew participating in the drill, drill content, etc. The immersion suits should be provided by 31 December 2013. The said number is not included in the Form E to the SEThis Technical Information became null and void on 4 Jul 2025.
Omission of "Launching at 5 knots" test of Rescue boat(s) for Malta flagged vessels
The Maltese Government has noticed ClassNK of the notice for omission of "Launching at 5 knots" test of Rescue boat(s) for sister ships. Previously, the omission of "Launching at 5 knots" test for sister ships during new building had not been accepted. By the notice and detailed instruction from the Maltese Government, the omission of "Launching at 5 knots" test of Rescue Boat(s) for sister ships is accepted subject to confirmation of followings; 1. The sister ships are built according to the same plans of the lead ship on which the test has been carried out 2. They are provided with Rescue Boat(s) and Launching arrangement(s) that are identical to those on the lead ship on which the launch test has been carried out stated as above 1. 3. Type of RServicing of Inflatable Liferaft on board Malta-registered Ships
The Maltese Government has notified the Society of the following instruction about the servicing of inflatable liferafts onboard Malta-registered ships; The servicing of liferaft may only be carried out by liferaft servicing stations that are in possession of the manufacturers' approval for the specific liferafts intended to be serviced and approved in accordance with IMO Resolution A761(18) as amended by Resolution MSC.55(66) by either: ・ the Administration of the SOLAS Contracting Government of the State within which the servicing station is located; or ・ an IACS Member Society recognized by this Administration acting for and on behalf of the Administration of the SOLAS Contracting Government of the State within which the servicing station is locThis Technical Information became null and void on 30 Mar 2021.
Special requirements for Life-saving appliances and Equipment onboard Panamanian flagged vessels
ClassNK had been inquiring questions to be confirmed in Merchant Marine Circular MMC-250 issued in July 2012 of The Panamanian Government. The government has responded to the questions as follows: 1. Application Date of LSA Code Amended by MSC.320(89) to Newly Constructed Ships According to IMO circular MSC.1/Circ.1393, the code will be applied to ships constructed on or after 1 July 2014. 2. Application of Requirement on FPDs employment The application is under SOLAS CHAPTER III Regulation 1 paragraph 5 "Notwithstanding paragraph 4.2, for all ships, not later than the first scheduled dry-docking after 1 July 2014, but not later than 1 July 2019, lifeboat on-load release mechanisms not complying with paragraphs 4.4.7.6.4 to 4.4.7.6.6 of the Code shalSpecial requirements for Life-saving appliances and Equipment onboard Hong Kong flagged vessels
The Hong Kong Government has noticed ClassNK of the special requirements for Life-saving appliances and Equipment on board Hong Kong flagged vessels through "Some Frequently Asked Technical Information / Requirements for Hong Kong Registered Cargo Ships". Following requirements are to be applied to all Hong Kong ships regardless of date of construction. And the compliance with this regulation will be confirmed at the first survey after 15 December 2012 in respect of the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate. 1. Liferafts, if located at the aft/forward end of the ship and at a distance of more than 100 m from the closest survival craft, as required by SOLAS regulation III/31.1.4, should be regarded as "remotely located survival craft" with regard to SOLThis Technical Information became null and void on 8 Mar 2013.
Maintenance, inspection and test of Life Saving, Fire-Protection Systems and Appliances on board the Hong Kong-registered ships
The Hong Kong Government has issued "Some Frequently Asked Technical Information / Requirements for Hong Kong Registered Cargo Ships", addresses technical issues involving maintenance, inspection and test of Life Saving, Fire-Protection System and Appliances on board the Hong Kong-registered ships. This Technical Information provides with the information on Life Saving, Fire-Protection Systems and Appliances. As necessary, please refer to the original text of the Guideline which is available on Hong Kong Government Internet Homepage (http//www.mardep.gov.hk). This ClassNK Technical Information supersedes the previous ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0602 dated 30 September 2004. 1. Applicable due date The due date for the requirements newlySummary of LSA Code amendments adopted by Marine Safety Committee (MSC) at the 87th session Rev.1
Marine Safety Committee (MSC) has amended LSA Code 4.2(an average mass per embarked person for liferaft) by Res.MSC.293(87) at the 87th session and ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0881 dated 8 December 2011 has been issued for the information of the application date. Due to the instructions from the four Governments (Cyprus, Liberia, Malta, Singapore), the Technical Information has been revised as follows. The said No.TEC-0881 is revoked, accordingly. At present, with regard to the application date of this amendment, the following flag states treat the same application with ClassNK: this amendment is applied for the liferafts installed for ships the keels of which are laid on or after 1 January 2012. - Bahamas, Cyprus, Hong Kong, Liberia, Malta,Maintenance, servicing and inspection for lifeboats and launching appliances
According to a statistic data of PSC inspections for ships classed with ClassNK in 2011, a frequency of PSC pointing-out deficiencies with the lifeboat arrangements had once decreased in 2010, however, it was increased again in 2011 to the top frequency. (277 deficiencies pointed out/ 78 detentions) Analysis of PCS inspection reports shows that the main items, with which deficiencies were pointed out, are as follows: - Releasing gear: 32 deficiencies - Engine (including fuel, lub., exh. and cooling systems, clutch and battery): 71 deficiencies, * Battery for starter: 26 deficiencies - Reflective tape: 15 deficiencies These deficiencies themselves may be judged "to be rectified before departure" etc. However, if two or more deficiencies are found concurThis Technical Information became null and void on 3 Sep 2013.
Revision of the instructions from the flag states on the implementation of MSC.1/Circ.1206/Rev.1 regarding periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear
Instructions from the several flag states on the implementation of MSC.1/Circ.1206/Rev.1 regarding periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear were informed by ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0693 dated 12 April 2007, TEC-0721 dated 26 December 2007 and TEC-0784 dated 10 September 2009. As UK has informed us of new instructions, we update the information of said instructions on this matter. Please replace the attachment of the ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0784 dated 10 September 2009 "Instructions from the flag states on the implementation of MSC.1/Circ.1206 (2009.09)" with the attached "Instructions from the flag states on the implementation of MSC.1/Circ.1206/Rev.1 (2012.05)". For aThis Technical Information became null and void on 13 Jun 2013.
Special requirements for Air Pressure Test of Immersion Suit and Anti-Exposure Suit onboard Malta flagged vessels
The Malta Government has noticed ClassNK of the special requirements for Intervals of Air Pressure Test of Immersion Suit and Anti-Exposure Suit onboard Malta flagged vessels. Before this notice, the Immersion Suit and Anti-Exposure Suit are to be subjected to an air pressure test at intervals not exceeding three years. The requirement of the air pressure test at intervals every 30 months (2 1/2 years) for suits of less than 10 years of age or every 12 months (1 year) for suits of ten years of age over are revised in this notice. In addition Testing may be performed at a suitable shore-based facility or alternatively on board ship provided that suitable testing equipment is available. In this case, suits shall undergo an air pressure test at a shoreThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Feb 2016.
Fall Preventer Devices (FPDs) for the UK Flagged vessels
The UK Government has notified ClassNK of the special requirement for fall preventer devices (FPDs) for lifeboats on board UK flagged vessels (MGN 445 (M+F)). The UK Government strongly urges that all UK vessels fitted with lifeboat on-load release systems (LRRS) should be equipped with FPDs in accordance with MSC.1/Circ.1327 pending the evaluation of the systems for compliance with the requirements of the revised LSA Code. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Material and Equipment Department, Administration Center, Head Office Address: 4-7 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8567, Japan Tel.: +81-3-5226-2020 Fax: +81-3-5226-2057 E-mail: eqd@classnk.or.jp Attachment: 1. MARINE GUIDANCE NOTE MGN 445This Technical Information became null and void on 30 Mar 2021.
Information of the lifeboat release and retrieval systems from Cyprus Government
The Cyprus Government has noticed ClassNK of the information regarding evaluation and replacement of the lifeboat release and retrieval systems. Please be advised as follows. As for the guidance of MSC.1/Circ.1392, the Government requests to carry out the evaluation at the earliest opportunity and at the latest by 1 July 2013 for the existing lifeboat release and retrieval systems. Fall preventer devices (FPDs) in accordance with MSC.1/Circ.1327 are to be employed for each existing lifeboat release and retrieval system until the systems installed on board comply with the requirement of SOLAS regulation III/1.5. The fitting of FPDs of ships in service is to be confirmed during the first survey required by SOLAS regulation I/7(a) or I/8(a), which they willThis Technical Information became null and void on 9 Oct 2020.
Fall Preventer Devices (FPDs) for the Norwegian Flagged vessels
The Norwegian Government has notified ClassNK of the special requirement for fall preventer devices (FPDs) for lifeboats on board Norwegian flagged vessels as follows. The Norwegian Government requires the Fall Preventer Devices (FPDs) which comply with MSC.1/Circ.1327 for all Norwegian Flagged vessels, until such time as the lifeboat release and the retrieval systems (LRRS) have undergone the necessary design review and performance test, and have been either confirmed compliant with the relevant requirements of the revised LSA Code or replaced with compliant devices. Quote of Instruction to Class (dated 19 January 2012) Until existing types of on-load release and retrieval systems for lifeboats are verified to be in compliance with the LSA code asNew instruction for the additional liferaft from Liberian Flag
In relation to the additional liferaft required by SOLAS Reg.III/31.1.4. for ships flying Liberian Flag, it was required that "Those liferafts are to be transportable and launchable by one person. They may be stowed in protected positions provided they are readily available at all times. Particular care should be given to their accessibility when deck cargoes are carried. Where appropriate, portable guard rails or bulwarks should be provided to facilitate launching." Please be advised that the Administration notified this requirement was abolished. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Material and Equipment Department, Administration Center, Head Office Address: 4-7 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8567, JaSpecial requirements for Life-saving appliances and Equipment onboard Marshall Islands flagged vessels
The Marshall Islands Government has noticed ClassNK of the special requirements for Life-saving appliances and Equipment onboard Marshall Islands flagged vessels (Marine Notice No. 2-011-37). For your attention, sections of Marshall Islands Marine Notice 2-011-5 Rev.9/09 (Technical Information No.TEC-0796 dated 18 December 2009) related to lifeboat servicing, lifeboat damage, falls and equipment dispensations, lifeboat equipment dispensation have been relocated to this Notice accordingly. The requirement of the "On-Load Release Hook Evaluation and Replacement" in accordance with MSC.1/Circ.1392, "Secondary Safety System" and "Fall Preventer Devices" are specified additionally in this notice. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPThis Technical Information became null and void on 30 Mar 2021.
Fall Preventer Devises (FPDs) for the Hong Kong-registered vessels
The Hong Kong Government has notified ClassNK of the special requirement for fall preventer devises (FPDs) for lifeboats on board Hong Kong-registered vessels as follows. (a) With a view to reducing the accidental release of lifeboat, shipowners and managers of Hong Kong registered vessels are strongly urged to ensure that the lifeboats on their ships fitted with on-load release devices are equipped with fall preventer devices (FPD) as per paragraph 6 of the Guidelines for Evaluation and Replacement of Lifeboat Release and Retrieval Systems (MSC.1/Circ.1392), pending the evaluation which will be conducted in accordance with the above guidelines; and (b) Provided that the existing lifeboat release and retrieval systems have been evaluated (not later thaThis Technical Information became null and void on 14 Sep 2012.
Summary of LSA Code amendments adopted by Marine Safety Committee (MSC) at the 87th session
Marine Safety Committee (MSC) has amended LSA Code by Res.MSC.293(87) at the 87th session. Revised points are mentioned as attached. Please refer to the attachment of Summary of Revised LSA Code and RESOLUTION MSC.293(87). Revised point by Res.MSC.293(87): - Liferafts (an average mass of 82.5kg per person for a cargo ship and a passenger ship) The requirement will be applied for the liferafts installed for ships the keels of which are laid on or after 1 January 2012. At this time, the following flag states will treat the same application with ClassNK. For the other flag states, the information will be issued when the instruction for this matter is given from the flag states. - Bahamas, Hong Kong, Marshall Islands, Panama For any questions abInformation for Boat Davit Limit Switches from the UK Government and Marshall Islands Government
The UK Government and Marshall Islands Government have noticed ClassNK of the information for the confirmation of boat davit limit switches. Please refer to the attached documents. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Material and Equipment Department, Administration Center, Head Office Address: 4-7 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8567, Japan Tel.: +81-3-5226-2020 Fax: +81-3-5226-2057 E-mail: eqd@classnk.or.jp Attachment: 1. Information from UK Government: OAN 740 2. Information from Marshall Islands Government: MSA No.112-11This Technical Information became null and void on 30 Mar 2021.
Fall Preventer Devices (FPDs) for the Maltese Flagged vessels
The Maltese Government has notified ClassNK of the special requirement for fall preventer devices (FPDs) for lifeboats on board Maltese flagged vessels as follows. Quote (e-mail dated 17 June 2011 and 28 July 2011) Reference is being made to MSC Resolution 317(89), MSC Resolution 320(89), MSC.1/Circ.1392 and MSC.1/Circ.1327. This Directorate advises that Fall Preventer Devices should be provided onboard all Maltese ships that are equipped with lifeboat on-load release devices. Fall Preventer Devices shall remain in use until such time as the said devices have undergone the necessary Design Review and Performance Test, and have been either confirmed compliant with the relevant requirements of the revised Life-Saving Appliances Code or replaced witLifeboats and Liferafts pharmacies for vessels flying the Greek Flag
Greek Government has notified of lifeboat and liferaft pharmacies for vessels flying the Greek flag by "First Aid Medical Kits of Lifeboats and Liferafts" (4339.27/03/10) as follows. This ClassNK Technical Information supersedes existing Technical Information No. TEC-0672 dated 28 September 2006. (1) The medical and sanitary materials that are contained in the pharmacies of the lifeboats and liferafts of the ships, have to be approved by the National Medical Organization according to Document from National Medical Organization 34311/02-06-2005 and YEN/DEEP/DEPT. EY letter with ref. no. 1426/98/23/-09/1998. (2) In case the vessel is outside Greece during the expiry date of the medicines of the lifeboats or liferafts and the supply of new medical mateThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.
Carriage of immersion suits on cargo ships flying Hong Kong Flag
With regard to the carriage of immersion suits on the Hong Kong flagged ships, ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0667 dated 6 July 2006 has been issued. Recently, the Government has notified of the additional instruction of immersion suits for the stored position of the additional liferaft required by SOLAS Reg.III/31.1.4. In response, ClassNK Technical Information No.TEC-0667 paragraph 1 has been modified as follows. (1) At least two immersion suits should be provided in wheel house and engine control room respectively as additional immersion suits. The same number of immersion suits as life-jackets at the wheel house and engine control room are required (i.e. if 3 life-jackets are required at the wheel house then 3 immersion suits are required atSpecial requirements for Life-saving appliances and Equipment on board Isle of Man Flagged vessels
The Isle of Man Government has noticed ClassNK of the special requirements for Life-saving appliances and Equipment on board Isle of Man flagged vessels (MANX SHIPPING NOTICE (MSN 011/Amended December 2010)). Bull Dog / Cable Grips are not acceptable. Where these terminations are found to have been used on primary load-bearing terminations, arrangements are to be made by the operators to have them replaced Wedge sockets etc. And this requirement is to be applied to all ships regardless of date of construction. The compliance with this regulation is confirmed at the next SE survey after on or 10 March 2011 in respect of the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK)The remotely located survival craft (liferaft required by SOLAS Chapter III/31.1.4) flying Isle of Man Flag
Isle of Man Government has notified of the remotely located survival craft (liferaft required by SOLAS ChapterIII/31.1.4) for that flagged ships as follows. According to the interpretation contained in IMO circular MSC.1/Circ. 1243, the area where the remotely located survival craft, required by regulation 31.1.4 of SOLAS Chapter III, is stowed should be provided with: 1. a minimum number of 2 lifejackets and 2 immersion suits; 2. adequate means of illumination complying with SOLAS regulation III/16.7, either fixed or portable, which should be capable of illuminating the liferaft stowage position as well as the area of water into which the liferaft should be launched. Portable lights, when used, should have brackets to permit their positioning on bothInformation for Life-saving appliances (Lifebuoy, Thermal Protective Aid) from the U.K. Government
The U.K. Government has noticed ClassNK of the following information (SAFETY ALERT-TECHNICAL No.32, No.33 and No.34) for the Life-saving appliances (Lifebuoy, Thermal Protective Aid). Please refer to the attached documents. 1. Recommendation of confirming safety condition for Lifebuoy (Eval ,Type 558, manufactured by E.G Vallianatos S.P.A., Athens in November 2004) 2. Calling for attention for Thermal Protective Aid (Type MF206B, manufactured by BCB International Ltd) 3. Information of above 1 from the U.K. Government with the manufacturer's instruction. For any questions about the above, please contact: NIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI (ClassNK) Material and Equipment Department, Administration Center, Head Office Address: 4-7, Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku, TThis Technical Information became null and void on 3 Sep 2013.
Periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear on cargo ships flying Isle of Man Flag
Instructions from the several flag states regarding periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear were informed by ClassNK Technical Information No. TEC-0693 dated 12 April 2007, TEC-0721 dated 26 December 2007 and TEC-0784 dated 10 September 2009. Isle of Man Ship Registry has informed ClassNK of new instruction on this matter as follows: [Point of Instruction] The periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats, launching appliances and on-load release gear are to be conducted by authorized service provider in accordance with MSC/Circ.1277. The Isle of Man Ship Registry will only 'authorize' service providers based in the Isle of Man. The Isle of Man Ship Registry will also 'accept' service providers aRequirement of Infant and Oversize adult lifejackets as amended by MSC.201 (81) - U.K. registered ships
The U.K. Government (Operational Advice Note, OAN718) has noticed ClassNK of the special requirements for the installation of Infant (SOLAS III/7.2.1.1 and 7.2.1.2) and Oversize adult lifejackets (SOLAS III/7.2.1.5) which was amended by MSC.201 (81) onboard the U.K. registered ships. The following amended requirements are applied. a) All passenger ships engaged on international voyages should by encouraged to comply with SOLAS III/7.2.1.1 & 7.2.1.2 - provision of infant lifejackets - from 1 July 2010 b) All passenger ships engaged on international voyages and all cargo ships of 500 GT and above engaged on international voyages should be encouraged to comply with SOLAS III/7.2.1.5 - provision of oversized lifejackets - from 1 July 2010 c) All High SpeThis Technical Information became null and void on 5 Nov 2018.