The digital edition of the IMDG Code 2026 is expected to be available in October 2026.
IMDG Code 2026 Edition: Your Essential Guide to Safe Sea Transport of Dangerous Goods
The International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code is the cornerstone of global regulations for the safe transport of dangerous goods and marine pollutants by sea. First published in 1965, the IMDG Code has evolved to amplify the safety requirements set out in parts A and A-1 of chapter VII of the 1974 SOLAS Convention and Annex III of MARPOL, addressing the growing concern of marine pollution.
The IMDG Code 2026 edition provides comprehensive guidelines for handling dangerous goods and marine pollutants in sea transport. It outlines essential principles, detailed recommendations for specific substances, materials, and articles, and best practices for operational safety. The latest edition will be voluntary from 1 January 2027 and mandatory from 1 January 2028, ensuring your operations are compliant with up-to-date international standards.Key Features of the IMDG Code 2026 Edition:
Volume 1:General provisions, definitions, and training requirements
Classification of dangerous goods
Packing and tank provisions
Consignment procedures
Construction and testing of packaging, IBCs, large packagings, portable tanks, MEGCs, and road tank vehicles
Transport operations
Volume 2:Dangerous Goods List, special provisions, and exceptions
Appendix A: List of generic and N.O.S. proper shipping names
Appendix B: Glossary of terms
Index for easy reference
Please be aware that this is NOT a PDF download.
This is an E-Reader edition of IMDG Code 2026 Edition (inc Amdt 43-26) Digital Edition
E-reader files are accessed using the new IMO e-Publications site, providing access to essential IMO publications.
The older Windows-based IMO Bookshelf software has now been retired and all digital IMO publications are available only in the new platform.
