MSC 107 adopted the amendments to SOLAS chapter XIV and the Polar Code through resolutions MSC.532(107) and MSC.538(107) to provide safety-related provisions for non-SOLAS ships navigating in the polar waters, i.e., new chapters 9-1 (safety of navigation) and 11-1 (voyage planning) of the Polar Code Part I-A. These amendments enter into force on 1 January 2026.
Accordingly, enclosed herewith please find the relevant technical information and required actions for your reference.
Kind regards,
Convention and Legislation Service Team
Korean Register