Hundreds of vessels remain unable to transit the Strait of Hormuz and, in the event of a return to more normal navigation conditions, the movement of all those vessels within the Strait could represent a considerable navigational hazard. To avoid such an issue, the industry organisations of ICS, BIMCO, INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO, IMCA, and OCIMF have worked together to produce guidance aimed at assisting ships in transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
May 2026
Resource | Free
Download the Russian translation of this resource. Leaflet prepared jointly by ICS, IMO and UNHCR providing guidance on relevant legal provisions, on practical procedures to ensure the prompt disembarkation of rescued persons, and on measures to meet their specific needs, particularly in the case of refugees and migrants.
May 2026
Reports, Positions and Papers | Free
Download the Chinese translation of this resource. Leaflet prepared jointly by ICS, IMO and UNHCR providing guidance on relevant legal provisions, on practical procedures to ensure the prompt disembarkation of rescued persons, and on measures to meet their specific needs, particularly in the case of refugees and migrants.
May 2026
Reports, Positions and Papers | Free
Download the Arabic translation of this resource. Leaflet prepared jointly by ICS, IMO and UNHCR providing guidance on relevant legal provisions, on practical procedures to ensure the prompt disembarkation of rescued persons, and on measures to meet their specific needs, particularly in the case of refugees and migrants.
May 2026
Reports, Positions and Papers | Free
Download the Spanish translation of this resource. Leaflet prepared jointly by ICS, IMO and UNHCR providing guidance on relevant legal provisions, on practical procedures to ensure the prompt disembarkation of rescued persons, and on measures to meet their specific needs, particularly in the case of refugees and migrants.
May 2026
Reports, Positions and Papers | Free
Download the French translation of this resource. Leaflet prepared jointly by ICS, IMO and UNHCR providing guidance on relevant legal provisions, on practical procedures to ensure the prompt disembarkation of rescued persons, and on measures to meet their specific needs, particularly in the case of refugees and migrants.
May 2026
Reports, Positions and Papers | Free
Leaflet prepared jointly by ICS, IMO and UNHCR providing guidance on relevant legal provisions, on practical procedures to ensure the prompt disembarkation of rescued persons, and on measures to meet their specific needs, particularly in the case of refugees and migrants.
May 2026
Reports, Positions and Papers | Free
The shipping industry remains deeply concerned about the human impact of ongoing conflict in the Middle East, and is deeply troubled by reports of some seafarers being killed whilst working on board ships travelling through the Strait of Hormuz. A newly updated poster is available providing the most up-to-date support helplines.
May 2026
Resource | Free
The Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals), Sixth Edition is the trusted publication for chemical tankers. The new edition translates MARPOL Annex II regulations into practical procedures for safe and environmentally responsible operations. It includes updated guidance on Annex I to Annex II cargo changeovers, safe enclosed space entry, washing water analysis, hot work zones and shore power.
April 2026
Guidelines | £480
The Helicopter Operation Procedures for Ships: Assigning Roles and Responsibilities to the Ship's Crew details the responsibilities that the ship’s crew undertake during helicopter operations.
March 2026
E-learning | £15