Uruguay’s Coast Guard Authorities have issued a new by-law, “Disposición Marítima N° 172”, which establishes the mandatory compliance with the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code.
The by-law establishes that the shipper must provide the Master or his representative with appropriate information on the cargo which may be necessary for proper stowage and safe carriage of the cargo.
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When carrying a concentrate or other cargo which may liquefy,...