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This Regulatory News provides an update and guidance on the latest developments regarding the arrangements for the emergency escape trunk from Category A machinery spaces.

This Regulatory News provides an update and guidance on the latest developments regarding the arrangements for the emergency escape trunk from Category A machinery spaces.

The 12th session of the IMO Sub-Committee on Ship Systems and Equipment (SSE 12) took place from 9 to 13 March 2026.

Nickel ore cargoes present significant hazards to shipping, with the potential for catastrophic outcomes if not handled properly.

To enhance seafarer safety and prevent the loss and damage of bulk cargo due to strong movements at sea, the IMO is introducing amendments to SOLAS Chapter V.

SOLAS (Chapter II-1, Reg 5.4) requires that where any alterations are made to a ship so as to materially affect the stability information supplied to the master, amended stability information must be provided.

Corrosion in cargo and water ballast tanks presents a significant challenge. DNV analyses reveal that corrosion is the most common cause of hull findings, and our surveyors often discover coatings breaking down much earlier than anticipated. Exposure of the ship structure to high temperatures may be a possible reason. This technical news explores the topic in more detail.

This Regulatory News provides an update and guidance on the latest amendments to the International Code for the Safe Carriage of Grain in Bulk.

The European Union has adopted Directive 2023/946, which amends the “water on deck” damage stability requirements for ro-ro passenger ships in Directive 2003/25/EC. This new Directive is intended to align the EU’s stability requirements with the enhanced standards established by SOLAS 2020.

To align with the latest revision of the ESP Code (as amended by IMO Res. MSC.525(106)) and IACS Unified Requirements (UR Z10.1/.2/.4/.5), DNV has updated the periodical survey requirements. These new requirements will be in force for surveys commenced on or after 1 July 2024.