NEW IMO REGULATIONS FROM 2028: 36 MONTHS FROM PRODUCTION DATE What shipowners need to know Important: This article describes regulations that are not yet in force. They were formally adopted by the IMO and become mandatory from 1 January 2028. From 2028, the rules around pilot transfer arrangements (PTA) will change significantly. For the first … Read more
PRODUCTION DATE, CERTIFICATE ISSUE DATE AND THE 30-MONTH RULE How pilot ladder validity is assessed today Summary: This article explains how pilot ladder validity is assessed today based on ISO standards, and why the production/assembly marking and the 30-month test interval matter more than a certificate “issue date”. In daily maritime operations, one question appears … Read more
ISSUE DATEON PILOT AND EMBARKATION LADDER CERTIFICATES ISO 799 & ISO 5489 We often get questions from our clients: “What does the date on a ladder certificate actually mean?” It’s a natural question – certificates look official, and an expiration date might suggest you need to renew something. Let’s explain it step by step. Certificate … Read more
