MEMBERS of the International Ship Managers' Association (ISMA) have reported accelerating progress towards certification under the ISMA Code of Ship Management Standards.
The code is generally accepted as the most comprehensive quality assurance programme for the ship management industry.
Twelve members have either successfully completed their audit or are undergoing audit, ISMA's annual meeting, held in London last month, was told.
Another 18 have passed an intermediate audit and are on course for full accreditation, and newer members are embarking on the process.
Retiring president Guy Morel said: ''This proves the commitment of the ISMA membership to the goals and objectives of the association.'' The annual meeting received reports from the chairmen of the three ISMA committees, covering the ISMA Code, manpower supply and training, and insurance matters.
Hereward Lawford of the International Transport Intermediaries Club said the objective of the group's activities was to reduce P&I Club premiums for ISMA quality-assured members.