The ICS is pleased to announce the launch of Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals), Sixth Edition. This publication is available in e-book format to purchase today and print copies can be pre-ordered with stock expected in May.

About the new edition

The Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals), Sixth Edition is the trusted publication for chemical tankers since 1971. Now in its sixth edition, the guide continues to translate the regulatory requirements of MARPOL Annex II into practical on board procedures for safe and environmentally responsible operations.

Readers can expect updated and expanded guidance on:

· Annex I to Annex II cargo changeovers, including a practical flowchart that covers these tank cleaning operations step-by-step
· Safe enclosed space operations, helping crew better understand key safety requirements and building on updated guidelines from the IMO
· Washing water analysis, limiting the need for enclosed space entry and avoiding unnecessary risk
· Hot work hazardous zones and
· Safe use of shore power, reducing use of fuel and emissions
· It is recommended that this guide and its companion, International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals (ISGOTT), are on board all ships carrying hazardous and noxious chemicals in bulk.

The Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals), Sixth Edition is essential for anyone involved in the carriage of chemicals on ships, including crew on board chemical tankers, ship operators and managers, cargo interests and charterers, training institutes and terminal operators.

Visit www.ics-shipping.org/publications to read the full contents list, foreword and introduction.

A press release also accompanied this release and can be read via the ICS website: www.ics-shipping.org/press-release/international-chamber-of-shipping-announces-sixth-edition-of-tanker-safety-guide-chemicals-strengthening-safety-standards-for-chemical-tanker-operations/

Member discount  

Members – and their member shipping companies – are entitled to a 20% discount on the recommended retail price of this publication using the discount code ICSMEMBER at checkout.

The discount applies to the print and digital e-book formats. Print copies can be purchased through the ICS Publications shop: www.ics-shipping.org/publications, and E-book orders should be placed directly through your preferred platform: www.ics-shipping.org/publications/ebooks.

A discount flyer is attached below.