On June of 2018, the International Maritime Organization published the 2018 edition of the Manual on Oil Pollution Section II - Contingency Planning. This publication aims to assist governments in establishing a national oil spill response system and, in developing or revising their national oil spill contingency plans. The manual also includes information related to contingency planning for offshore installations, sea ports and oil handling facilities.

It was an honor to serve as a contributor and editor of this important update. I would like to thank the country and industry representatives as well as the IMO Executive Secretariat, especially Colleen O'Hagan, for their tireless work and contributions to make this a reality.

Within the United States you may purchase the Section here among other IMO authorized distributors.