IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim states regulation modification is being executed effectively without considerable disturbance to maritime transportation
The International Maritime Organization states that details from numerous resources has actually suggested there has actually been a reasonably smooth change to the 0.50% worldwide restriction on sulfur in aquatic gas that came reliable January 1.
Prices for certified gas– very-low sulfur gas oil (VLSFO) and also aquatic gas oil (MGO) increased swiftly originally, states IMO, today seem maintaining.
As of January 20, just 10 instances of certified gas being not available had actually been reported in IMO’s Global Integrated Shipping Information System (GISIS); and also a specialized e-mail address developed by the IMO Secretariat ([email protected]) has actually not obtained any kind of particular communication reporting problems with application.
IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim claimed, “I believe it is testimony to the diligence and dedication of IMO, its member states, the shipping industry, the fuel supply industry and other relevant industries that such a major rule change is being implemented successfully without significant disruption to maritime transport and those that depend on it.”
He included, “The next important target is fast approaching, when carrying non-compliant fuel oil on board ships becomes prohibited on March 1, 2020. I urge all shipowners, operators and masters to comply with the carriage ban, where applicable, when it comes into effect. IMO will remain vigilant and ready to respond and provide any support.”
