IHM Compliance for Greek Flag Vessels

Complete Inventory of Hazardous Materials maintenance and Hong Kong Convention guidance for the world's largest beneficial-owner fleet (~1,600 Greek-flagged vessels). Continuous IHM Part I, II & III updates aligned with HKC, EU SRR and MEPC.405(83) — powered by Varuna Sentinels’ VSIMS platform.

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Greek Flag — Key IHM Compliance Facts

Greece, an EU Member State, applies both EU SRR and HKC. Below are the regulatory pillars every Greek-flagged ship operator should track in 2026.

Greek shipowners control approximately 20% of the world's tonnage; the Greek flag itself hosts ~1,600 vessels.

Dual-regime EU SRR + HKC compliance required.

Greece applies EU Implementing Decision 2026/116 (single unified ICIHM format) for both regimes.

Hellenic Coast Guard authorises classification societies (RINA, Lloyd's Register, DNV, ABS, BV) as ROs.

Greek beneficial owners frequently use other flags (Liberia, Marshall Islands, Malta) but ultimate IHM/HKC obligations follow the registered flag.

IHM Part I, II & III — Greek Flag Specifics

Greek-flagged ships must use the EU SRR substance list and recycle exclusively at EU-listed facilities. Greece transposes EU Directive 2024/1203 (criminal liability for ship recycling violations) by 21 May 2026.

How Varuna Sentinels supports the Greek fleet

Our cloud-based VSIMS platform delivers continuous IHM Part I maintenance, automated MEPC.405(83)-compliant Material Declarations, IHM Part II & III preparation for end-of-life events, and audit-ready evidence packs for Port State Control inspections. We coordinate with your Recognised Organisation, classification society and recycling yard from the first survey to the final IRfRC.

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Greek Flag IHM — Frequently Asked Questions

How many Greek-flagged vessels are subject to HKC?

Approximately 1,600 Greek-flagged vessels of 500 GT and above are within scope of the Hong Kong Convention from 26 June 2025.

Do Greek beneficial owners with foreign flags need to comply with EU SRR?

EU SRR applies by flag. Greek beneficial owners flagging vessels in non-EU registries follow the rules of that registry, but EU port calls trigger EU SRR substance scrutiny.

What is the role of RINA for Greek-flagged IHM?

RINA is one of the principal classification societies for Greek-flagged tonnage and acts as Recognised Organisation for IHM verification. Varuna Sentinels BV holds RINA Service Supplier Approval for IHM surveys.

Are Greek-flagged ships recycled in South Asia?

Greek-flagged (EU) vessels must be recycled exclusively at EU-listed yards. Greek beneficial owners using other flags often recycle in HKC-compliant South Asian yards.

How does the FuelEU Maritime regulation affect Greek-flagged shipping?

All ships above 5,000 GT calling at EU/EEA ports — including Greek-flagged — must satisfy the FuelEU Maritime well-to-wake GHG intensity standard. The first compliance balance deadline is 30 April 2026.

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