IMO CCC 12: Revised guidelines for methanol as fuel
The 12th session of the IMO Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 12) was held from 14 to 18 September 2026. CCC 12 finalized the revision of the interim guidelines for the use of methyl/ethyl alcohol as fuel, and added a harmonized performance standard for lashing software to sup
Maritime Fuel Policy Update
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Session Details: The IMO Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 12) concluded its session held from 14 to 18 September 2026.
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Methanol Regulations: CCC 12 successfully finalized the revision of interim guidelines governing the use of methyl and ethyl alcohol as marine fuel.
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Technical Standards: The committee established a new harmonized performance standard specifically for lashing software used in maritime operations.
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Regulatory Scope: The updates focus on enhancing safety and operational frameworks for alternative fuel implementation and cargo securing systems.
Maritime Safety & Operational Impact
Operators utilizing methanol-based propulsion must align with updated interim guidelines for regulatory compliance.
Developers of lashing software must adapt to newly introduced harmonized performance standards set by the IMO.
Policy Radar: Regulatory Rollout
- Formal ratification of revised methanol guidelines post-CCC 12
- Implementation timeline for lashing software performance standards
IMO Regulatory Q&A
What fuels do the revised IMO guidelines cover? ▾
The revised interim guidelines specifically cover the use of methyl and ethyl alcohol as marine fuel.
What new technical requirement was finalized at CCC 12? ▾
The committee finalized a harmonized performance standard for lashing software.
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