IMO publications at Kart.no
IMO – International Maritime Organization
Kart.no is a Norwegian retailer of IMO publications. Explore printed books and digital licences for shipping, safety, the marine environment and maritime training.
Printed IMO publications
Conventions, codes, manuals and course publications on paper. Browse popular titles or search our full range by title, IMO code and subject.
Digital IMO publications
Digital licences through IMO ePublications. Search conventions, codes and Model Courses, and order the publications you need in our online store.
What is IMO?
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is the United Nations agency for maritime safety, security and the prevention of pollution from ships. It provides a forum for countries to develop international rules and standards for shipping.
IMO Publishing makes conventions, codes, technical guidance and training material available to the maritime industry. The publications are used by seafarers, shipowners, maritime authorities and educational institutions.
What does IMO publish?
Safety and security
SOLAS, the ISM Code and the ISPS Code cover central aspects of ship safety, safety management and maritime security.
Marine environment
MARPOL, ballast water and pollution response publications support work on environmental requirements and prevention of pollution from ships.
Cargo and dangerous goods
IMDG, IMSBC and the CSS Code address dangerous goods, solid bulk cargoes, cargo stowage and securing.
Navigation and communication
COLREG, Ships’ Routeing, the International Code of Signals and GMDSS publications support navigation and communication at sea.
Search and rescue
The IAMSAR manuals and action cards provide guidance for organising, coordinating and carrying out search and rescue operations.
Training and competence
STCW publications and IMO Model Courses provide reference material for maritime education, instructors and training institutions.
Choose the right format and edition
Printed books are shipped to your delivery address. Digital licences are assigned manually after ordering and linked to the recipient’s account on IMO ePublications. The digital platform offers search tools and an offline reader. Check the edition, language and licence information on each product page before ordering.
Availability can differ between printed and digital formats. Our two catalogues show the titles currently offered by Kart.no, with prices and direct links to the products.