These amendments were adopted for consistent and easier completion by recognised organsations (ROs) with respect to Clean Ballast Tanks (CBTs), Segregated Ballast Tanks (SBT), Protective Location (PL).

IOPP certificate supplement B contains design/arrangements that no longer required but IOPP certificate remains valid until its expiry. As proactive measure subject to ship’s compliance, the IOPP Certificate and its supplement can be replaced at the first opportunity.

The timing of IOPP certificate re-issuance will follow as per MSC-MEPC.5/Circ 7. The below amendments have been done to the Form B of Supplement to IOPP Certificate:

Source: MEPC.276 (70), MSC-MEPC.5/Circ 7

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