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Based upon the analyses carried out by the Committee, further consideration was given to the issues at stake in combating substandard ships. This work led the Committee to develop a Policy Statement, in close collaboration with the International Maritime Organisation, that specifies measures needed to eradicate sub-standard shipping around the world.
Whilst this statement is non binding it sets out what governments can do to complement the work of the International Maritime Organisation to promote safer and more environmentally sound shipping.
The Policy Statement in particular focuses on:
- strengthening Flag State effectiveness in identifying and removing sub-standard ships, supporting Port State controls,
- evaluating Classification Society performance in detecting sub-standard vessels, reducing the unintended effects of insurance policies that allow unfettered coverage of sub-standard ships,
- improving seafarer training and conditions of work,
- developing incentives for responsible shipowners,
- amplifying the deterring impact of information disclosure on sub-standard ships and their owners, and
- elaborating an appropriate legal framework for proof of negligence where shipowners, charterers, cargo interests or others have intentionally taken advantage of, and benefited from, the use of substandard ships.
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