These guidelines provide recommendations for Parties on establishing mechanisms for authorizing Ship Recycling Facilities in accordance with the requirements of the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships, 2009 (hereafter referred to as "the Convention").
These guidelines should be used primarily by the Competent Authority(ies) and the organizations recognized by the Competent Authority(ies). The guidelines may also be useful for Ship Recycling Facilities in preparing for the authorization process.