The Document of Compliance (DOC) is a statutory certificate issued under the International Safety Management (ISM) Code, made mandatory by SOLAS Chapter IX. It certifies that a shipping company (the company responsible for ship operation) has an effective Safety Management System (SMS) that meets IMO requirements. What is the DOC? The DOC is issued to […]
Carrying bulk grain cargoes such as wheat, maize, barley, or rice may seem straightforward, but it presents serious stability and safety risks if not properly managed. To address this, the International Code for the Safe Carriage of Grain in Bulk (International Grain Code) was developed under the SOLAS Convention. Compliance with this code is demonstrated […]
When it comes to keeping a ship seaworthy, safe, and accepted for global trade, one document plays a central role — the Class Certificate. This certificate is issued by a recognized classification society and proves that a vessel is built, maintained, and operated according to strict technical standards. Without it, a ship simply cannot trade […]
Oil tankers play a crucial role in global trade, but they also carry significant environmental risks. A single spill of crude or heavy fuel oil can devastate marine ecosystems, coastlines, and local economies. To address this, the international community developed the Civil Liability Convention (CLC), which requires tankers to carry a Civil Liability Certificate for […]
The maritime industry carries immense responsibility when it comes to preventing pollution at sea. Among the many statutory certificates that ships must carry, the Civil Liability Certificate for Bunker Oil Pollution Damage (Bunker CLC Certificate) is one of the most important. It directly addresses the risks of oil spills from ships’ bunkers, ensuring financial accountability […]
The Certificate of Registry is the passport of every ship, proving nationality, ownership, and the right to fly a flag. Learn its purpose, contents, issuing authority, and why it’s one of the most important statutory certificates on board. Introduction Every ship sailing across the oceans must belong somewhere. Just like people carry passports to prove […]
The Cargo Ship Safety Radio Certificate (SRC) is one of the three core statutory safety certificates mandated under the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974, as amended. It confirms that the ship’s radio and communication systems comply with the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) requirements. Together with the […]
Red and green navigation lights are essential safety features that indicate a ship’s direction and prevent collisions at sea, as required under international maritime rules. From a ship captain’s perspective, mentoring juniors and cadets about the correct understanding and use of these lights is critical for nurturing watchkeeping competence and professional responsibility. Why Red and […]
The Cargo Ship Safety Construction Certificate (SCC) is one of the three key safety certificates issued to cargo ships under the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974, as amended. It serves as proof that a vessel’s structure, machinery, and essential systems are built, maintained, and surveyed in accordance with international […]
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