Maritime Publications – IMO, SOLAS and Safety at Sea

Here you will find official IMO publications, maritime safety manuals and professional maritime publications. Kart.no offers publications from the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in print format and also provides licensed digital IMO publications via the IMO’s e-reader platform.

Our range also includes SOLAS manuals, safety and training materials from UK-based I.C. Brindle & Co. Ltd. These publications are used by ships, shipping companies, maritime schools and operators around the world, and cover areas including SOLAS, MARPOL, IAMSAR, GMDSS, IMO Model Courses and international maritime conventions.

Kart.no is a distributor of IMO publications and stocks a broad and growing selection of maritime publications and manuals in Norway. We offer fast delivery to customers worldwide via DHL Express.

What is the IMO?
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is the United Nations specialized agency responsible for safety and regulations in international shipping. The organization develops global standards for navigation, communication, emergency preparedness, and the environment, among other areas. Regulations such as SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM, and ISPS form the basis for the safe operation of ships worldwide, and the publications in this category are the official reference works used by the industry.
Digital publications
Licensed digital editions of IMO publications – fast delivery. Learn more.
Search and Rescue (SAR)
IAMSAR manuals and charts containing procedures for search and rescue operations at sea.
GMDSS and Communication
Manuals, guidance cards, and publications on maritime emergency and safety communications.
Navigation and Rules of the Road at Sea
COLREG, Ship Routing, and regulations for safe navigation and maritime traffic.
IMO Conventions and Regulations
SOLAS, STCW, ISM, ISPS, Load Lines, and other key IMO conventions and codes.
IMO Model Courses
Official IMO course manuals for maritime training, certification, and simulator training.
Cargo and hazardous materials
IMDG, IMSBC, CSS Code, and publications on cargo, stowage, securing, and dangerous goods.
Medicine at Sea
Medical handbooks for the treatment of illnesses and injuries on board ships.
MARPOL and the Environment
Publications on pollution, oil spill response, ballast water, discharges, and maritime environmental compliance.
Offshore and Special-Purpose Vessels
MODU, HSC, Diving Code, Chemical OSV, and regulations for specialized vessels.
Signals and messages
The International Code of Signals and publications on standardized maritime communication.

Search and Rescue (SAR)

GMDSS and Maritime Communications

Navigation and Bridge Procedures

IMO Conventions and Regulations

IMO Model Courses

Cargo and hazardous materials

Medicine at Sea

Environment and Pollution

Offshore and Special-Purpose Vessels

Maritime Signal Publications