This Technical Information became null and void on 22 Dec 2017. Application of IMSBC Code (2014 Edition) Tec No.:TEC- 979 (413kb) Contact:Material and Equipment Department Issued:22 Jan 2014 With regard to application of IMSBC Code (2014 Edition), please be informed as follows. The IMSBC Code amended by IMO Resolution MSC.354(92) is referred to as "IMSBC Code (2014 Edition)" in this technical information. 1. Amendments of IMSBC Code The revised IMSBC Code (IMSBC Code (2014 Edition)) was adopted by IMO Maritime Safety Committee 92nd session (MSC92) and it includes amendments for individual schedules of each cargo. Please note that present IMSBC Code is "IMSBC Code (2012 Edition)". IMSBC Code (2014 Edition) is going to enter into force on 1 January 2015 and is mandatory for all ships that load solid bulk cargoes. 2. Guidance for IMSBC Code fitness certificate Regarding IMSBC Code (2014 Edition) fitness certificate, please refer to the at