Regulation on Ship Classification, Inspection and Survey Organizations

The Ministry of Transport approved comprehensive regulations governing the recognition, authorization, and oversight of ship classification societies operating in Libya. The framework establishes mandatory standards for organizations conducting statutory inspections and surveys on Libyan-flagged vessels. The regulation aligns Libya's flag state regime with IMO conventions and the RO Code.

This directly affects international classification societies (IACS members and others) seeking authorization to certify Libyan-flagged vessels, as well as shipowners, charterers, and P&I clubs dealing with Libyan registry. Companies operating vessels under Libyan flag or considering registry will face formalized inspection requirements and need agreements with recognized organizations. The regulation suggests Libya is attempting to modernize its maritime administration and improve flag state performance, potentially making Libyan registry more credible but adding compliance layers.