At the 9th session of the IMO's Sub-committee on Human Element , Training and Watchkeeping which is due to be held between the 6th and 10th of February, the IMO will commence work on the long awaited 'comprehensive review' of the STCW Convention.
This review is aimed at updating the convention and code in light of the many changes that the industry has undergone in the almost 28 years since the last comprehensive review was undertaken and ensuring that it remains relevant taking into account expected future developments.
At this session of the P&T Forum, members will be updated as to the present situation with regards to the review and given the opportunity to share their thoughts and opinions on what they would like to see come out of this process.
There will also be an update on the other workstreams that are due to be discussed at the upcoming HTW meeting as well a general discussion where members can raise any matters of concern that they may have.
