Technical Notices

Brief Report of the key decisions from the IMO Maritime Safety Committee’s – 110th session (MSC 110, 18–27 June 2025)

Technical overview of regulatory changes, amendments, and guidance adopted or advanced.

Executive Summary – MSC 110 (18–27 June 2025)

The 110th session of the IMO’s Maritime Safety Committee (MSC 110) marked a pivotal step forward in modernizing maritime safety regulations. Held from 18 to 27 June 2025, the session addressed emerging technologies, alternative fuels, and evolving operational risks.

Key outcomes included:

• the adoption of new SOLAS amendments to Chapter V for improving transfer arrangements safety for pilots & personnel when embarking/diserbanking ships,
• progress on the new MASS Safety Code for autonomous ships (non-mandatory),
• updates to gas-fuel codes, and
• enhanced provisions for crew safety, training, and remote inspections.

These decisions reflect the Committee’s focus on proactive, risk-based regulation to support the safe decarbonization and digital transformation of shipping—while upholding seafarer welfare and international consistency.