1 Purpose
This Marine Notice provides a consolidated reference for the statutory certificates that Novaveritas Maritime Division (NVMD) is authorized to issue or endorse on behalf of flag state maritime administrations, including the applicable conventions, survey types, and validity periods.
2 Principles Governing Issuance
Statutory certificates are issued by NVMD only following satisfactory completion of the corresponding survey or audit, and only within the scope of the relevant delegation agreement with the flag state. The flag state administration retains authority over all certificates issued on its behalf.
All certificates issued by NVMD are conditional on the continued compliance of the vessel with the applicable requirements. Certificates may be withdrawn, suspended, or invalidated if conditions change or if deficiencies are not corrected within the required timeframe.
3 Complete Certificate Reference Table
| Certificate | Convention / Instrument | Validity | Intermediate Survey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety Construction Certificate (Cargo) | SOLAS 74, Chapter I | 5 years | Yes (between 2nd–3rd year) |
| Safety Equipment Certificate | SOLAS 74, Chapter I | 5 years | Yes (annual) |
| Safety Radio Certificate | SOLAS 74, Chapter IV | 5 years | Yes (annual) |
| Passenger Ship Safety Certificate | SOLAS 74, Chapter I | 1 year | N/A |
| International Load Line Certificate | LL Convention 1966/88 | 5 years | Yes (annual) |
| International Tonnage Certificate | Tonnage Convention 1969 | Permanent | N/A |
| IOPP Certificate | MARPOL Annex I | 5 years | Yes |
| NLS Certificate | MARPOL Annex II | 5 years | Yes |
| ISPP Certificate (Sewage) | MARPOL Annex IV | 5 years | Yes |
| IAPP Certificate | MARPOL Annex VI | 5 years | Yes |
| IEE Certificate (EEDI) | MARPOL Annex VI | Permanent | N/A |
| Int'l BWM Certificate | BWM Convention 2004 | 5 years | Yes |
| AFS Certificate | AFS Convention 2001 | As specified | No |
| Maritime Labour Certificate | MLC 2006 | 5 years | Yes (2nd–3rd year) |
| Document of Compliance (ISM) | ISM Code / SOLAS IX | 5 years | Yes (annual) |
| Safety Management Certificate (ISM) | ISM Code / SOLAS IX | 5 years | Yes (between 2nd–3rd year) |
| Int'l Ship Security Certificate | ISPS Code / SOLAS XI-2 | 5 years | Yes (between 2nd–3rd year) |
| Minimum Safe Manning Document | SOLAS V/14 | Until changed | N/A |
4 Interim Certificates
Interim certificates may be issued in certain circumstances (new vessels, vessels transferred to a new flag, company restructuring). Interim certificates have shorter validity and must be replaced by full certificates following the initial survey. NVMD issues interim certificates in accordance with the requirements of the applicable convention and the flag administration's procedures.
5 Certificate Custody & Display
All statutory certificates must be kept on board the vessel and be available for inspection by port state control officers and other authorized persons at any time. Certificates must be displayed in a prominent location where required by the applicable convention. The master is responsible for the safekeeping and renewal of all certificates.