Hong Kong Ship Recycling Convention to Take Full Effect

The Hong Kong Convention, adopted in 2009, aims to ensure safe and environmentally sound ship recycling practices.
 
It focuses on eliminating risks to human health, safety, and the environment during the end-of-life stage of ships

The Hong Kong Convention is set to officially enter into force on June 26, 2025. This milestone brings us one step closer to a safer and more sustainable future for the global shipping industry.
 
The Convention covers all aspects of ship recycling, including waste management and disposal.
 
Responsibilities and obligations are outlined for shipowners, shipbuilding yards, recycling facilities, flag States, port States, and recycling States.
 
Bangladesh and Liberia have recently become contracting states, demonstrating their commitment to the Convention.

The Hong Kong Convention has gained momentum with five signatories and approval from twenty-two states.
 
The combined merchant fleets of the signatory states represent approximately 45.81% of the world's gross tonnage.
 
The annual ship recycling volume of the Contracting States over the past 10 years amounts to 23,848,453 gross tonnage, equivalent to 3.31% of the required recycling volume.
 
Let us commemorate this achievement and continue workig together to promote responsible ship recycling pratices worldwode!

- Shailesh Singh, Asst. General Manager (IHM) Back to all Verifavia Shipping News