IMO Conventions mobile app from KR

The app is based on KR’s KR-CON software, described as an international database program containing the full up-to-date texts of all IMO Conventions, Codes, Resolutions and Circulars. It enables users to identify regulations relevant to a specific task and helps ensure all IMO requirements are applied correctly. The IACS-member class society says that KR-CON is currently being used by surveyors, port state control inspectors, shipping companies, shipyards and design houses in more than 30 countries.

The app version of KR-CON was developed to meet an increasing demand from users wanting to access information whilst on the move. The app may be downloaded from the Google and Apple play stores.

Dr Chon Young-kee, chairman and CEO of KR said:“The mobile version of KR-CON facilitates easy and on-the-go access to our database which enhances its user-friendliness and satisfies the wishes of our current users. This new version includes photos, diagrams and videos related to the IMO conventions and codes. These will illustrate what used to be a text only system and will help our users further understand complex IMO communications. Our aim is to maximise our users’ understanding of these conventions”

The software allows users to identify and track amendments to IMO instruments, and includes amendments adopted at MSC92 and MEPC65.