IMO SOLAS amendments prohibiting fire-extinguishing media containing perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS), coming into force on 1 January 2026, with answers to common questions.
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted new amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) concerning the use of fire-extinguishing media containing perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS). These forthcoming regulations, which come into force on 1 January 2026, are a key component of global efforts to enhance safety and protect the marine environment. This briefing addresses the most common questions regarding the new requirements.