The Maritime Authority of the Cayman Islands (MACI) has issued a notice about the submersible craft requirements.
The Merchant Shipping Act (2021 Revision) requires independent registration and certification of Submersible Craft from the Cayman Islands ships by the Cayman Islands Shipping Registry (CISR).
Non-Cayman Islands ships' submersibles may also register and certify with CISR.
This notice outlines CISR's submersible ownership and operation requirements; consult specific regulations for details.
Registration
To register, provide:
- Survey Certificate by CISR surveyor
- Submersible Craft Safety Certificate
- Standard forms from www.cishipping.com
Marking
Display call sign and official number internally; mark official number externally.
Survey and Certification
Cayman Islands Submersible Craft Safety Certificate is valid for 2 years, needing annual and renewal surveys with full-depth dives.
Follow approved manuals. Annual surveys within +/- 3 months; owner/operator requests attendance.
Technical Requirements
Refer to REG Yacht Code (Annex K4), Submersible Craft Construction and Operations Regulations, and Merchant Shipping Act.
More guidance: IMO MSC/Circ. 981.
REG Yacht Code Requirements
Submersibles on Large Yachts adhere to Flag State, Class Society rules, equipment, Safety Management System, safety certificate, maintenance, and trained crew.
Construction Requirements
Submersibles need CISR-conducted surveys during construction.
Cover emergency supplies, atmosphere monitors, communication, hull protection, and more.
Operation Requirements
In-operation surveys ensure Merchant Shipping (Submersible Craft Operations) Regulations are met.
Cover records, parent vessel arrangements, full-depth dive assessment.
Approval of Drawings, Plans, Manuals
Submit approved manuals, plans, including Operations Manual, launching, recovery, and pilot training.
Survey Planning
For craft planning, contact CISR at technical@cishipping.com.
For surveys, contact regional planning groups based on location.
This notice was issued on 29 June 2023.
For more information, please see the document below (available only to subscribers):
Cayman Islands Submersible Craft Requirements
Sign up for our newsletter
Your most up-to-date maritime regulations news
It's free. No spam. Cancel anytime.
Related News
Highlights from the 109th IMO MSC meeting issued by RINA
Dec 09, 2024
Marshall Islands advisory: Preventing fatalities from falls on vessels
Dec 06, 2024
Liberia’s safety requirements for non-SOLAS vessels
Nov 29, 2024