MIN 674 (M) Amendment 4 guidance for shipowners regarding seafarers affected by Russia's invasion of Ukraine
This notice outlines information on Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) requirements and certification for seafarers affected by the conflict in Ukraine.
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This notice should be read with the merchant shipping (maritime labour convention) (minimum standards for seafarers etc.) regulations 2014 and the merchant shipping (standards of training, certification and watchkeeping) regulations 2015 and replaces all previous amendments.
This MIN expires 31st December 2026.
This notice clarifies the provisions within the notice for shipowners and adds a section on qualifications for seafarers holding Russian certificates of competency. With links to further reference information IMO circular no. 4232/Add 18 and IMO Circular Letter No. 4524/Add 3.
Amendment 4 updates references and extends the expiry date to 31st December 2026 only.
Note to:
- shipowners
- masters
- manning agents and seafarers