Flag state accepts digital documentation

Vessels flagged to that state can now replace many of their printed documents with a single compliance CD or DVD disc. Regs4ships claims to operate the only database of its kind, combining flag state, EU, ILO, IMO and MCA documentation into a single resource. The service is reviewed by maritime experts, which, the company says, removes the uncertainty of inaccurate information and saves clients time manually tracking changes to documentation and legislation.

Antigua & Barbuda is one of 15 flag states on behalf of which the digital maritime regulations service is available. The documentation that vessels are required to carry includes all shipping related directives, circulars and information letters from the flag state, plus copies of the maritime conventions, codes and related publications. These requirements can be satisfied with a subscription to the Regs4ships standard digital maritime regulations package. It provides flag state legislation, codes, notices and circulars, plus MCA M notices for best practice.

David Clayden, sales and marketing manager at Regs4ships Limited, said: “This is great news for Regs4ships. We are continually improving our products and services and flag state recognition is paramount. We look forward to continued expansion throughout 2012.”