Marine Advisory: 05/2019 - China’s FAQs concerning early implementation of the Global Sulphur Limit in Domestic Emission Control Areas, and Energy Consumption Data Collection for Ships

07 March 2019

Marine Advisory: 05/2019

Subject: China’s FAQs concerning early implementation of the Global Sulphur Limit in

Domestic Emission Control Areas, and Energy Consumption Data Collection for Ships

Ref:

1. Marine Advisory 11/2018
2. Marine Advisory 03/2019

Dear Shipowner/Operator/Master;

Purpose: This Advisory is to provide additional information to Owners, Operators and Masters of Liberian flagged vessels regarding The Peoples Republic of China’s:

1. Implementation Scheme of Domestic Emission Control Areas for Atmospheric Pollution from Vessels; and
2. Energy Consumption Data Collection.

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) met with the Chinese delegation at the recent session of the IMO Sub Committee on Pollution Prevention and Response and has obtained a Frequently Asked Questions document (attached) issued by the Ministry of Transport of China covering both of the above issues.

If you have any questions, please contact safety@liscr.com or our office in Shanghai, China at China@liscr.com.

Attachment: The relevant China FAQs.

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