Description
IBC Code, 2020 Edition is the official edition of the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk developed by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). The publication sets out international requirements for ships carrying dangerous chemicals in bulk and is used by maritime operators and authorities worldwide.
The purpose of the IBC Code is to reduce the risk to people, vessels and the environment when transporting chemicals at sea. The regulations set detailed requirements for vessel design, construction, equipment, safety systems and operational procedures for chemical tankers.
The publication includes requirements for tank design, choice of materials, ventilation systems, fire protection, emergency equipment and control systems. It also describes which chemicals can be transported, the types of ships required and the safety measures that must be in place during transportation.
The IBC Code is used daily by shipping companies, ship officers, classification societies, shipyards and maritime authorities dealing with chemical transportation. The regulations are an important part of international maritime compliance and are used for new construction, certification and operations.
The 2020 edition contains updated requirements and revisions adopted by the IMO to ensure harmonization with modern safety standards and international maritime practices. The publication serves as both a technical reference and a practical working tool for companies involved in the transportation of hazardous chemicals by sea.
The IBC Code is mandatory under both the SOLAS and MARPOL conventions and is a key tool for ensuring safe and environmentally sound chemical transportation in international shipping.
Kart.no delivers IMO publications to customers in Norway and the Nordic region, including IBC Code, IGC Code, IMDG Code, MARPOL, SOLAS, COLREG and other official maritime publications from the International Maritime Organization.
