What is the Law and Convention (IMSBC Code)?

The International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes Code (IMSBC Code) in Latin means the International Maritime Convention for the Carriage of Solid Bulk Cargoes. The convention, which governs the safe transport of solid bulk cargoes, became mandatory in 2011 under the SOLAS Maritime Law and Convention, and the latest revised version of the law (IMSBC Code) was published in 2016. شد.

The revised version of this convention, the IMSBC Code, was adopted in 2004 under MSC. 193 (79) and the 2004 Code of Safe Operations for Solid Bulk Shipments was adopted. According to the rules of IMSBC code, solid bulk cargoes can be divided into three categories. Among these three types, group "A" is one of those cargoes that, if loaded with available moisture or MC (Moisture Content) in it and in excess of the allowable portable, the cargo may be inside the ship's warehouses and like cargo The fluid is displaced. Therefore, nickel soil is by nature one of those cargoes that if the available moisture is too much, the cargo will definitely move inside the warehouses and will cause irreparable problems.

What parts of the IMSBC code relate to this topic, "Moisture Content"?

For easy access and easier understanding of the subject, we briefly explain the relevant paragraphs:

Part 1 - General Topic.

Section 1.4.1 states that the subject matter and content of this Code apply to all solid bulk cargoes and all vessels carrying such cargoes.

Section 2.4.1 states that this code is legally binding under SOLAS.

Explain that the SOLAS rules and conventions mean "Safety of Life at Sea".

Part 2 - Evaluate how shipments can be accepted for safe transport.

Clause 1.2.4 states that the seller is obliged to provide sufficient information about the shipment to the ship's captain or his legal representative before they begin loading so that they (the ship's captain and agents) can perform the work required for "proper loading and safe transport". Prepare the shipment.

Section 1.3.4 states that the seller must make the arrangements referred to in Section 1.2.4 and allow sampling and testing of the consignment. The seller must also submit the necessary certificates regarding the cargo test to the ship's commander.

Section 2.4.4 states that sampling should be performed by an experienced person trained for this purpose. Of course, this person must also work directly "under the supervision of an expert and aware of this type of cargo.

Clause 3.4.4 states that the seller shall provide facilities for access to the warehouses and depots of such consignments for testing and sampling for concentrate or other similar consignments that are moved or moved during transport.

Shipments that may be moved or moved:

Section 2.1.7 states that the movement of a ship may cause its cargo and cargo to move, which in turn causes the ship to sink.

The movement of cargo inside warehouses may also be divided into two categories: "sliding of cargo" or "liquefaction of cargo". ** Liquidation means that the water of the cargo is so large that the original cargo is mixed and dissolved in water and immersed as a liquid.

** If the consignment has less moisture, to prevent it from moving inside the warehouses, the best way is to smooth it all over the warehouses.

Section 3.2.7 states that the movement of cargo inside warehouses is often due to the presence of high humidity and water. Some cargoes appear to be "dry" when loaded, but over time this moisture may become more and more wet and cause the cargo to get too wet. Although the appearance of the cargo may seem dry, unchecked shipments may start moving after being stored in warehouses.

Section 1.1.3.7 states that concentrates or other cargoes, such as nickel dust or iron ore, that may be moved may only be accepted for loading if the available moisture is less than the "permissible limit" (TML).

What are the duties of sellers?

1. Provide the following to ship owners / commanders:

A: Provide detailed shipment information before loading.

B: Stamped and signed certificate of the consignment stating that there is no unauthorized and non-portable moisture.

2 - Allow access to the location of the cargo depot, for sampling.

3 - Planning to perform accurate testing of shipments.

Tips for ship commanders (ies).

SKULD    , one of the ship insurance companies, has developed instructions to guide ship commanders and local cargo inspectors to pay close attention when loading hazardous cargo, such as nickel dust or iron ore.

** Explain that SKULD Insurance Company is one of the most important and reputable insurance companies for ship owners and ship hulls, which was established in 1897 in Oslo, the capital of Norway.

This instruction is mandatory for members (shipowners) who must notify the P&I Club when loading Group A consignments of the IMSBC Convention.

** Explain that    P&I Club or its full name (Owners 'Protective and Indemnity Club) is the club that supports shipowners' insurance against any accidents or dangers or accidents or fire or loss of cargo and … Supports and compensates for losses and damages against damaged cargo as well as the hull.

The captain (s) of the ship (s) must pay attention to the red signs and flags before the start of any loading operation, especially for this type of cargo.

A. Rainy weather or stormy seasons

B- Lack of necessary cover in the place of cargo depots, mines, barracks

C- Counterfeit or inaccurate and illegible certificates regarding the confirmation of the moisture content of the permissible loadable load (TML)

D - Lack of proper loading facilities

C- Existence of rumors of intimidation or threat of death of some agents of local inspectors, by agents of sellers or agents of miners

D- Continuous and 24-hour loading operations of cargo, especially wet and juicy cargo

E) Announcing and sending the ship (s) on a long voyage to carry such cargo

If there is a possibility of any of the above, it is strongly recommended that members contact their P&I Club immediately and then select the inspection company and third-party experts to assess the situation and resolve the suspicion and ensure that there are no flaws. To.

In short:

Prevention is always better than cure.

Short and concise: And that, if the members of the P&I Club decide to load and carry dangerous goods such as nickel soil, they must inform their P&I Club before taking action, and the members are always obliged to make orders and recommendations. Of Club Pi. اند. Carry out the P&I Club exactly and carry out pre-loading inspections, in which case local inspectors and experts will prevent the loading and transportation of non-standard and problematic shipments before any action.

Also, when concluding a contract and setting up a charter party, P&I CLUB members should make sure that they include all the necessary provisions, clauses and clauses in the party charter, and if any of the club members have any doubts, doubts or questions in this regard. They can contact their own club