Class 2 (2nd Engineer) SSEP 📅 Feb 2021

Exam Question

India, one of the world's five major ship recycling countries, has acceded to the IMO Hong Kong Convention, the treaty that will set global standards for safe and environmentally sound ship recycling.

Discuss the key features of "The Hong Kong International convention for the safe and environmentally sound Recycling of Ships" (20)

Reference Answer

The Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships
Historical Background
From Scrapping to Recycling : Traditionally, ship dismantling was referred to as "scrapping." However, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) changed this terminology to "recycling," promoting the idea that every part of a ship should be recycled as practically as possible.
MEPC’s Involvement : The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) developed guidelines, finalized during its 49th session in July 2003 .

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