What is the procedure under the Hong Kong Convention after a ship reaches the recycling yard?

flowchart TD
    A[Ship arrives at yard] --> B{Valid IRRC?}
    B -->|Yes| C[Verify facility authorization]
    C --> D[Confirm SRP approved & matches IHM]
    D --> E[Facility reports planned start to Competent Authority\nwith IRRC copy]
    E --> F[Recycling cannot start\nuntil report submitted]
    F --> G[Minimise residues\nSafe-for-entry/hot work]
    G --> H[Recycling begins\nUse IHM & SRP]
    H --> I[Statement of Completion\nwithin 14 days]

• Prerequisite on arrival: ship must be certified as ready for recycling by the Administration prior to any recycling activity
• Facility must be: authorized by a Party to conduct ship recycling
• Ship-specific plan: approved Ship Recycling Plan reflecting the Inventory of Hazardous Materials
• Mandatory report: facility reports planned start of recycling to its Competent Authority with a copy of the IRRC
• No-start rule: recycling cannot commence until the planned-start report is submitted
• Pre-recycling condition: ship must have minimised residues and wastes; for a tanker, cargo tanks and pump room must be ready for Safe-for-entry or Safe-for-hot work
• During recycling: facility ensures safe removal of hazardous materials with workers actively using the IHM and SRP
• Completion: Statement of Completion issued within 14 days and reported to Competent Authority
• Governing instruments: Hong Kong Convention Regulations 8, 9, 16, 20, 24, 25; India — MS Act 2025 s.147, Recycling of Ships Act 2019; DGMA is competent authority