International Maritime Conventions
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International Maritime Conventions Glossary #
International Maritime Conventions Glossary
Admiralty Law #
Admiralty Law
Admiralty law, also known as maritime law, is a body of laws, conventions, and t… #
It covers a wide range of issues, including ship ownership, navigation, salvage, collisions, and pollution.
Ballast Water Management Convention (BWMC) #
Ballast Water Management Convention (BWMC)
The Ballast Water Management Convention is an international treaty that aims to… #
Ships are required to manage their ballast water to minimize the transfer of invasive species.
Collision Regulations (COLREGs) #
Collision Regulations (COLREGs)
The Collision Regulations, also known as COLREGs, are a set of rules established… #
These rules govern the actions of vessels when they encounter each other in different situations.
Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea… #
Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREG)
The Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea… #
It sets out the responsibilities of vessels and provides guidelines for safe navigation.
Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) #
Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)
An Exclusive Economic Zone is a sea zone prescribed by the United Nations Conven… #
The EEZ extends up to 200 nautical miles from the baseline of the coastal state.
Flag State #
Flag State
A Flag State is the country in which a ship is registered and whose flag the ves… #
The Flag State has jurisdiction over the vessel and is responsible for ensuring that it complies with international maritime regulations.
International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)<… #
International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)
The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, also kn… #
It sets out regulations for the prevention of pollution from oil, chemicals, sewage, and garbage.
International Maritime Organization (IMO) #
International Maritime Organization (IMO)
The International Maritime Organization is a specialized agency of the United Na… #
The IMO sets international standards for the safety, security, and environmental performance of ships and works to prevent marine pollution.
International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS Code) #
International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS Code)
The International Ship and Port Facility Security Code is an international instr… #
It aims to prevent acts of terrorism against ships and ports by implementing security measures and procedures.
International Convention on Civil Liability for Oil Pollution Damage (CLC)</b… #
International Convention on Civil Liability for Oil Pollution Damage (CLC)
The International Convention on Civil Liability for Oil Pollution Damage, also k… #
It sets out the compensation regime for victims of oil pollution incidents.
International Convention on Salvage #
International Convention on Salvage
The International Convention on Salvage is an international treaty that governs… #
It sets out the rights and obligations of salvors and shipowners in cases of maritime salvage operations.
International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkee… #
International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW Convention)
The International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchke… #
It aims to ensure that seafarers are competent and qualified to perform their duties safely.
International Convention relating to Intervention on the High Seas in Cases o… #
International Convention relating to Intervention on the High Seas in Cases of Oil Pollution Casualties (INTERVENTION Convention)
The International Convention relating to Intervention on the High Seas in Cases… #
The International Convention relating to Intervention on the High Seas in Cases of Oil Pollution Casualties, also known as the INTERVENTION Convention, is an international treaty that establishes procedures for the prompt and effective response to oil pollution incidents on the high seas.
International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS Convention) #
International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS Convention)
The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, also known as the SO… #
It covers a wide range of safety issues, including construction, equipment, and operation of vessels.
International Convention on Load Lines (LL Convention) #
International Convention on Load Lines (LL Convention)
The International Convention on Load Lines, also known as the LL Convention, is… #
Load lines indicate the maximum draft to which a ship can be loaded based on its stability and buoyancy.
International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships (ITC Convention) #
International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships (ITC Convention)
The International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships, also known as the… #
Tonnage measurement is used to determine various fees and taxes related to the operation of ships.
International Convention on the Control of Harmful Anti #
fouling Systems on Ships (AFS Convention)
The International Convention on the Control of Harmful Anti #
fouling Systems on Ships, also known as the AFS Convention, is an international treaty that regulates the use of anti-fouling systems on ships. It aims to prevent the release of harmful substances into the marine environment.
International Convention on the Prevention of Marine Pollution by Dumping of… #
International Convention on the Prevention of Marine Pollution by Dumping of Wastes and Other Matter (London Convention)
The International Convention on the Prevention of Marine Pollution by Dumping of… #
It aims to protect the marine environment from pollution.
International Convention on Civil Liability for Bunker Oil Pollution Damage (… #
International Convention on Civil Liability for Bunker Oil Pollution Damage (BUNKER Convention)
The International Convention on Civil Liability for Bunker Oil Pollution Damage,… #
It sets out the compensation regime for victims of bunker oil pollution incidents.
International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC Convention) #
International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC Convention)
The International Convention for Safe Containers, also known as the CSC Conventi… #
It aims to ensure that containers are structurally sound and safe for handling.
International Convention on Salvage #
International Convention on Salvage
The International Convention on Salvage is an international treaty that governs… #
It sets out the rights and obligations of salvors and shipowners in cases of maritime salvage operations.
International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Wat… #
International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments (BWM Convention)
The International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Wa… #
Ships are required to manage their ballast water to minimize the transfer of invasive species.
International Convention on the Liability and Compensation for Damage in Conn… #
International Convention on the Liability and Compensation for Damage in Connection with the Carriage of Hazardous and Noxious Substances by Sea (HNS Convention)
The International Convention on the Liability and Compensation for Damage in Con… #
The International Convention on the Liability and Compensation for Damage in Connection with the Carriage of Hazardous and Noxious Substances by Sea, also known as the HNS Convention, is an international treaty that establishes the liability and compensation regime for damage caused by hazardous and noxious substances transported by sea.
International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkee… #
International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Fishing Vessel Personnel (STCW-F Convention)
The International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchke… #
It aims to improve the safety and efficiency of fishing operations.
International Convention for the Unification of Certain Rules of Law relating… #
International Convention for the Unification of Certain Rules of Law relating to Bills of Lading (Hague-Visby Rules)
The International Convention for the Unification of Certain Rules of Law relatin… #
It provides a standard set of rules for bills of lading.
International Convention on the Arrest of Ships (ICAS) #
International Convention on the Arrest of Ships (ICAS)
The International Convention on the Arrest of Ships, also known as ICAS, is an i… #
It provides a legal framework for the enforcement of maritime liens and other claims against ships.
International Convention on Salvage #
International Convention on Salvage
The International Convention on Salvage is an international treaty that governs… #
It sets out the rights and obligations of salvors and shipowners in cases of maritime salvage operations.
International Convention for the Unification of Certain Rules relating to Col… #
International Convention for the Unification of Certain Rules relating to Collisions between Vessels (COLREG)
The International Convention for the Unification of Certain Rules relating to Co… #
It sets out the responsibilities of vessels and provides guidelines for safe navigation.
International Convention on Maritime Liens and Mortgages (MLM Convention) #
International Convention on Maritime Liens and Mortgages (MLM Convention)
The International Convention on Maritime Liens and Mortgages, also known as the… #
It provides a legal framework for securing maritime claims against vessels.
International Convention for the Control of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediment… #
International Convention for the Control of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments (BWM Convention)
The International Convention for the Control of Ships' Ballast Water and Sedimen… #
Ships are required to manage their ballast water to minimize the transfer of invasive species.
International Convention on Civil Liability for Oil Bunker Pollution Damage (… #
International Convention on Civil Liability for Oil Bunker Pollution Damage (BUNKER Convention)
The International Convention on Civil Liability for Oil Bunker Pollution Damage,… #
It sets out the compensation regime for victims of oil bunker pollution incidents.
International Convention on the Assessment of Civil Liability for Oil Polluti… #
International Convention on the Assessment of Civil Liability for Oil Pollution Damage (CLC Convention)
The International Convention on the Assessment of Civil Liability for Oil Pollut… #
It sets out the compensation regime for victims of oil pollution incidents.
International Convention on Liability and Compensation for Damage in Connecti… #
International Convention on Liability and Compensation for Damage in Connection with the Carriage of Hazardous and Noxious Substances by Sea (HNS Convention)
The International Convention on Liability and Compensation for Damage in Connect… #
The International Convention on Liability and Compensation for Damage in Connection with the Carriage of Hazardous and Noxious Substances by Sea, also known as the HNS Convention, is an international treaty that establishes the liability and compensation regime for damage caused by hazardous and noxious substances transported by sea.
International Convention on the Control of Harmful Anti #
fouling Systems on Ships (AFS Convention)
The International Convention on the Control of Harmful Anti #
fouling Systems on Ships, also known as the AFS Convention, is an international treaty that regulates the use of anti-fouling systems on ships. It aims to prevent the release of harmful substances into the marine environment.
International Convention on the Prevention of Marine Pollution by Dumping of… #
International Convention on the Prevention of Marine Pollution by Dumping of Wastes and Other Matter (London Convention)
The International Convention on the Prevention of Marine Pollution by Dumping of… #
It aims to protect the marine environment from pollution.
International Convention on the Control of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments… #
International Convention on the Control of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments (BWM Convention)
The International Convention on the Control of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediment… #
Ships are required to manage their ballast water to minimize the transfer of invasive species.
International Convention on Salvage #
International Convention on Salvage
The International Convention on Salvage is an international treaty that governs… #
It sets out the rights and obligations of salvors and shipowners in cases of maritime salvage operations.
International Convention on the Assessment of Civil Liability for Oil Polluti… #
International Convention on the Assessment of Civil Liability for Oil Pollution Damage (CLC Convention)
The International Convention on the Assessment of Civil Liability for Oil Pollut… #
It sets out the compensation regime for victims of oil pollution incidents.
International Convention on the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)</… #
International Convention on the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)
The International Convention on the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, also kno… #
It sets out regulations for the prevention of pollution from oil, chemicals, sewage, and garbage.
International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS Convention) #
International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS Convention)
The International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea, also known as the SOL… #
It covers a wide range of safety issues, including construction, equipment, and operation of vessels.
International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships (ITC Convention) #
International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships (ITC Convention)
The International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships, also known as the… #
Tonnage measurement is used to determine various fees and taxes related to the operation of ships.
International Maritime Organization (IMO) #
International Maritime Organization (IMO)
The International Maritime Organization is a specialized agency of the United Na… #
The IMO sets international standards for the safety, security, and environmental performance of ships and works to prevent marine pollution.
International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS Code) #
International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS Code)
The International Ship and Port Facility Security Code is an international instr… #
It aims to prevent acts of terrorism against ships and ports by implementing security measures and procedures.
International Convention on the Liability and Compensation for Damage in Conn… #
International Convention on the Liability and Compensation for Damage in Connection with the Carriage of Hazardous and Noxious Substances by Sea (HNS Convention)
The International Convention on the Liability and Compensation for Damage in Con… #
The International Convention on the Liability and Compensation for Damage in Connection with the Carriage of Hazardous and Noxious Substances by Sea, also known as the HNS Convention, is an international treaty that establishes the liability and compensation regime for damage caused by hazardous and noxious substances transported by sea.
International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS Convention) #
International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS Convention)
The International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea, also known as the SOL… #
It covers a wide range of safety issues, including construction, equipment, and operation of vessels.
International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkee… #
International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW Convention)
The International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchke… #
It aims to ensure that seafarers are competent and qualified to perform their duties safely.
International Convention on the Control of Harmful Anti #
fouling Systems on Ships (AFS Convention)
The International Convention on the Control of Harmful Anti #
fouling Systems on Ships, also known as the AFS Convention, is an international treaty that regulates the use of anti-fouling systems on ships. It aims to prevent the release of harmful substances into the marine environment.
International Convention on the Prevention of Marine Pollution by Dumping of… #
International Convention on the Prevention of Marine Pollution by Dumping of Wastes and Other Matter (London Convention)
The International Convention on the Prevention of Marine Pollution by Dumping of… #
It aims to protect the marine environment from pollution.
International Convention on Civil Liability for Bunker Oil Pollution Damage (… #
International Convention on Civil Liability for Bunker Oil Pollution Damage (BUNKER Convention)
The International Convention on Civil Liability for Bunker Oil Pollution Damage,… #
It sets out the compensation regime for victims of bunker oil pollution incidents.
International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkee… #
International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Fishing Vessel Personnel (STCW-F Convention)
The International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchke… #
It aims to improve the safety and efficiency of fishing operations.
International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS Convention) #
International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS Convention)
The International Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea, also known as the SOL… #
It covers a wide range of safety issues, including construction, equipment, and operation of vessels.
International Convention for the Unification of Certain Rules of Law relating… #
International Convention for the Unification of Certain Rules of Law relating to Bills of Lading (Hague-Visby Rules)
The International Convention for the Unification of Certain Rules of Law relatin… #
It provides a standard set of rules for bills of lading.
International Convention on the Assessment of Civil Liability for Oil Polluti… #
International Convention on the Assessment of Civil Liability for Oil Pollution Damage (CLC Convention)
The International Convention on the Assessment of Civil Liability for Oil Pollut… #
It sets out the compensation regime for victims of oil pollution incidents.
International Convention on Salvage #
International Convention on Salvage
The International Convention on Salvage is an international treaty that governs… #
It sets out the rights and obligations of salvors and shipowners in cases of maritime salvage operations.
International Convention on the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)</… #
International Convention on the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)
The International Convention on the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, also kno… #
It sets out regulations for the prevention of pollution from oil, chemicals, sewage, and garbage.
International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships (ITC Convention) #
International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships (ITC Convention)
The International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships, also known as the… #
Tonnage measurement is used to determine various fees and taxes