Location: National Maritime Institute, Saltgola, Chattogram, Bangladesh
Minimum Cadet Complement Certificate – Securing Seafarers’ Future
by Commandant (Retd) Sajid Hussain CEng
The author proposes the establishment of a new regulatory mechanism — the Minimum Cadet Complement Certificate (MCCC) — designed to complement the existing Safe Manning Certificate (SMC). While the SMC ensures the operational safety of vessels through adequate manning levels, the MCCC would guarantee the structured training and development of future officers. By embedding cadet training obligations into regulatory frameworks, this initiative aims to secure the sustainability of the global maritime workforce and safeguard the continuity of seafaring professionalism for generations to come.
IHM (Inventory of Hazardous Materials) and its Impact in Ship Recycling
by MarEngr. M Mahbubur Rahman CEng
This presentation will explore the Inventory of Hazardous Materials (IHM) and its critical role in promoting safe, environmentally sound, and sustainable ship recycling. It will examine the purpose, structure, and regulatory requirements of the IHM, emphasizing its function in identifying, documenting, and managing hazardous materials throughout a ship’s lifecycle. The presentation will also discuss the contribution of the IHM to compliance with the Hong Kong International Convention and other relevant international regulations, while highlighting its benefits for shipowners, ship recycling facilities, regulatory authorities, and the wider maritime industry.
