Until 1 January 2017, seafarers who commenced training before 1 July 2013 may be issued with certificates in accordance with the provisions of STCW 95. By 1 January 2017 full compliance with the 2010 (Manila) Amendments must be achieved by all seafarers, including all seafarer medical fitness certificates. STCW 95 certificates will no longer be valid.
In relation to the 2010 Amendments to STCW, what is the significance of the date 1 January 2017?
