15^th Session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Dangerous Goods, Solid Cargoes and Containers Sub-Committee (DSC Sub-Committee)

Purpose:  Participate in the delegation to the IMO DSC Sub-Committee, which is responsible for maintaining the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG).  The IMDG Code includes the requirements for the safe transport of hazardous materials by sea. Under the U.S. Hazardous Material Regulations (HMR) transport of hazardous materials by vessel in accordance with the IMDG Code is authorized subject to certain conditions and limitations.