GL Customers Discuss New IMO Convention – Ship Recycling at the Turn of the Tide?

Ship Recycling, a challenging aspect on the conscience of shipping, is finally being addressed by the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC). The MEPC convened its 58th meeting and, amongst others, approved the final draft of the Convention on Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships, to be considered for final approval in May next year at the Diplomatic Conference in Hong Kong. How can shipowners and yards prepare for the new requirements? This was the key question discussed by more than 60 representatives of the shipyards, owners, and supply industry at Germanischer Lloyd’s First Class Exchange Forum.