Introduction of continuous monitoring mechanism in the IMO Member State Audit Scheme (IMSAS)
Abstract
The first cycle of audits of IMO Member States under the IMO Member State Audit Scheme (IMSAS) is currently nearing completion, which is expected in early 2026. Since the start of mandatory audits in 2016, a wealth of experience has been accumulated in audit planning and organization, which can be used in developing measures to improve the efficiency of the Scheme in order to improve the safety, economy and environmental friendliness of maritime shipping at the global level.
The existing IMO regulatory framework describing the Audit Scheme does not fully provide for the use of modern digital technologies, continuous monitoring, self-audit of States, and also does not fully take into account the specifics of the organization of the audit preparation process. The purpose of this article is to develop sound proposals and measures to modernize the IMO Member States Audit Scheme through the introduction of a mechanism for continuous monitoring and wider use of digital technologies and management tools.
The implementation of the proposed solutions, methodological approaches and management mechanisms will optimize the operational processes and qualitative characteristics of the IMO Member States Audit Scheme. The results of the study can be applied to improve the functioning of the Scheme and conduct audits in other areas of activity.
About the Author
O. A. Chernov
FAI Russian Maritime Register of Shipping
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Head of International Dep.
191181 St. Petersburg, Millionnaya ul., 7A
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Chernov O.A. Introduction of continuous monitoring mechanism in the IMO Member State Audit Scheme (IMSAS). Research Bulletin by Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. 2024;(77):33-40. (In Russ.)
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