Bureau Veritas

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted new amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) concerning the use of fire-extinguishing media containing perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS). These forthcoming regulations, which come into force on 1 January 2026, are a key component of global efforts to enhance safety and protect the marine environment. This briefing addresses the most common questions regarding the new requirements.

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