MRUDNEWS-the session was held for five days until July 24, 2026, in both in-person and virtual formats.
The Islamic Republic of Iran participated in this session with representatives from the Ports and Maritime Organization (headquarters and ports), the National Iranian Tanker Company, a shipping company, and two classification societies attending virtually. Pouria Kolivand, the permanent representative of the PMO and Deputy Permanent Representative of Iran to the IMO, attended in person.
During the session, Iran's delegation reviewed 18 agenda items and over 60 documents submitted by the IMO Secretariat, member states, and international organizations, participating in specialized negotiations and decision-making processes of this committee.
Alongside the main session, five working groups and a drafting group was formed simultaneously to examine and finalize specialized topics in the implementation of mandatory IMO instruments.
Major agenda items included Review and analysis of maritime casualty reports, Revision of the Casualty Investigation Code and related implementation guidelines associated with Resolution A.1075(28), Harmonization of Port State Control (PSC) procedures globally, Development of a training manual for Port State Control Officers (PSCO), Review of summary audit reports of IMO member states, Revision of inspection guidelines within the framework of the IMO Member State Audit Scheme (IMSAS), Updating the non-exhaustive list of obligations arising from mandatory IMO instruments, Cooperation with the United Nations on matters of common interest, and Revision of the draft guidelines for safety and seaworthiness inspections of small fishing vessels and related checklists
The Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments is one of the IMO's specialized committees responsible for examining issues related to the effective and uniform implementation of conventions, regulations, and other mandatory IMO instruments. The committee plays a crucial role in enhancing maritime safety, protecting the marine environment, increasing the effectiveness of the IMSAS, and improving member states' performance in implementing international maritime regulations.
Iran's active presence at this session aims to contribute effectively to the process of developing and revising international maritime regulations, conveying the country's technical perspectives, benefiting from the experiences of other member states, and strengthening Iran's technical and specialized position within the IMO.