Class Maintenance
The Class Maintenance Certificate (CMC) is an official document issued by Biro Klasifikasi Indonesia (BKI) that formally verifies a vessel's classification status during a specific historical period as requested by the owner. It serves as an authoritative statement confirming that the vessel was maintained in class and in compliance with BKI Rules for that duration.
The CMC is a vital document for various commercial and administrative processes. It is typically requested to support:
Insurance Claims
Providing evidence of the vessel's compliance status at the time of an incident or accident.
Sale and Purchase (S&P)
Assuring prospective buyers of the vessel's maintenance and survey history.
Scrapping or Recycling
Confirming the vessel's class status prior to its final voyage.
Administrative & Financial Requirements
Fulfilling due diligence requests from banks, charterers, or other stakeholders.
Information Contained in the CMC
Each CMC is uniquely numbered and includes the date and location of issuance. The certificate is officially signed by the Head of BKI's Survey Division and contains the following key vessel details
Ships Name
BKI Register Number (or Contract Number if pre-registration)
Gross Tonnage (GT)
Full Class Notation and Character
Registered Owner's Name
Vessel's Flag
The specific maintenance period being certified
A "Notes" section for remarks, particularly concerning any incidents unrelated to a formal accident claim.
Important
Disclaimer
The owner is fully responsible for the proper use of the issued CMC. BKI is not liable for any losses, damages, or disputes arising from the misuse of the certificate by the owner or any third party.
If information provided by the applicant is later found to be false or inaccurate, the issued CMC will be considered null and void. This includes, but is not limited to, evidence that the vessel was operated outside its certified navigational limits during the period in question.
BKI will promptly correct and re-issue a CMC at no additional charge if any clerical errors are found to have been made by BKI during the issuance process.
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