Cargo: What is the intent of the IMO International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes Code (IMBSC)?

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What is the intent of the IMO International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes Code (IMBSC)?

Sophie March · Accepted Answer

facilitate the safe stowage and shipment of solid bulk cargoes by:
1. providing information on the dangers associated with the shipment of certain types of solid bulk cargoes; and
2. instructions on the procedures to be adopted when the shipment of solid bulk cargoes is contemplated.

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What is the intent of the IMO International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes Code (IMBSC)?

Facilitate the safe stowage and shipment of solid bulk cargoes by: 1. providing information on the dangers associated with the shipment of certain types of solid bulk cargoes; and 2. instructions on the procedures to be adopted when the shipment of solid bulk cargoes is contemplated.

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