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What is ISM Code or International Management Code for the Safe Operation of Ships and for Pollution Prevention?

SMC is issued for a period not exceeding 5yrs.

Validity of SMC is subject to  atleast one intermediate verification. If there is only one intermediate  verification carried out, then it should be between the 2nd and 3rd anniversaries.SMC can be withdrawn if an annual review is not requested by the company or if there are major non-conformities.If the renewal verification of a DOC or SMC is carried out 3 months before the expiry, the renewal date of the new DOC or SMC will be from the date of completion of the verification to 5yrs from the date of expiry of the existing.

If the renewal verification of a DOC or SMC is carried out more than 3months before the expiry, the renewal date of the new DOC or SMC will be from the date of completion of verification to 5yrs from the date of completion of the verification.

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