On 2026-09-23, the Maritime Safety Administration (MSA) published the notice 《交通运输部海事局关于征求《船舶检验机构认可与管理实施细则（征求意见稿）》意见的通知》 on msa.gov.cn to solicit feedback on draft implementing rules for ship inspection institutions. source The draft 《船舶检验机构认可与管理实施细则（征求意见稿）》 is intended to further standardize accreditation and management of ship inspection institutions and ensure that their technical capabilities correspond to their business scope. source Interested parties are invited to submit comments and suggestions to the designated contacts by 2026-10-22. source
Who is affected
This development primarily affects ship inspection institutions, shipping companies, and other maritime industry participants that operate under central-level licensing and supervision regimes, particularly those seeking or maintaining accreditation to conduct vessel surveys in China. source
What to do
Review the draft 《船舶检验机构认可与管理实施细则（征求意见稿）》 to evaluate potential changes to accreditation scope, capability requirements, and ongoing supervisory obligations.
Prepare written comments on any operational or compliance impacts and submit them to the designated MSA contacts before the 2026-10-22 deadline. source
Monitor msa.gov.cn for release of the final rules and any implementation timetable following the close of the consultation period.
Key dates
2026-09-23: Publication of the consultation notice on msa.gov.cn. source
2026-10-22: Deadline for submitting feedback on the draft rules to the contacts listed in the notice. source