K559E e-reader: Guide on the Implementation of the OPRC Convention and OPRCH-HNS Protocol, 2020 Edition

New IMO ePublications platform - launched 1st July 2024

The International Maritime Organizations’ ePublications is the new digital platform that contains all IMO published materials such as Conventions, Codes, regulations, recommendations and guidelines.  This innovative new platform is the go-to tool for the maritime industry and other stakeholders.

ePublications has been created to improve your digital publication experience and includes features that deliver speed, flexibility and reliability.  Included in this resourceful platform, you will find features such as:

• Personal favourites list
• Advanced search options
• Creating and managing alerts
• Citation tool
• DOI identification
• Subscription available
• Offline reader
• IMO Certificate integration

and More!

IMO ePublications offers information to reach a range of audiences:

• Government and public Administrations
• Non-governmental organizations
• Businesses and private sector
• Educational institutions

IMO ePublications Premium Annual Subscription

The new IMO ePublications platform offers an annual subscription option, providing access to a comprehensive list of IMO publications to ensure maritime professionals and organizations stay informed and updated with international maritime regulations.

Key benefits of the premium annual subscription to all IMO content
- Official source for all IMO Publishing titles Rest assured you are reading genuine content as published by the International Maritime Organization.
- Unlimited access Browse all IMO publications in all the languages (as published) for twelve consecutive months.
- Continuous updates Enjoy seamless access to crucial maritime information, including instant availability of new editions and supplements, at no additional cost.
- Cost-effective One-time annual payment will save time and administrative costs and provide access to 600+ titles.
- Global access Read content anywhere on a computer or via mobile device using the e-reader tool.
- Offline capability Access information offline in areas with limited internet connectivity.
- Facilitation of inspections for shipboard use Peace of mind through the certificate including the IMO number of the vessel and displaying all the publications as purchased.

IMO Vega on the Web subscription is not affected by the new IMO ePublications platform.

Manual for users (customers) available here.

IMO BOOKSHELF continues on Witherby Connect IMO e-books are also available through MS SeaReader.

You can continue using the IMO Bookshelf on Witherby Connect.

The advantage of doing so is that you don’t need to move to a new platform.

When choosing this option, nothing changes, and all titles are accessible from within Witherby Connect as they were previously.

New IMO titles will continue to be available as well, together with eBooks from Witherbys.

The latest errata, corrigenda and supplements will be provided in the usual manner.

WITHERBY CONNECT

Witherby Connect enables browser-based access to IMO publications.
Witherby Connect is an online library solution for the maritime industry. It provides users with streamlined access to IMO eBooks and other publications.

Once purchased, we will assign the eBook to your email address and send you your login details for Witherby Connect.

Benefits and Features

No installation required
Witherby Connect is a browser-based hybrid software, meaning that it runs in web browsers yet behaves like desktop software, so there is no need to download or install anything.

Works on low connection speeds
Ships with download speeds as low as 0.3 Mbps can access the Witherby Connect while at sea.

Access on multiple PCs/devices
Witherby Connect is not limited to one device and can be accessed on any computer or tablet that can access the internet. Multiple licences are required for multiple concurrent users.

Use online and offline
Witherby Connect provides flexible access. Our digital titles can be viewed while connected to the internet and are downloaded to the browser’s cache for access offline, making it suitable for use even when you do not have a reliable internet connection.

Cyber secure
Designed with new requirements on cyber security in mind.

IMO E-books (PDF) has been discontinued.

Electronic copies of older IMO publications are no longer available as an e-books and can now be purchased through the ePublications platform.

SeaReader 1.6 includes many minor changes and bug fixes. New Edition was released September 2023.

SeaReader is a digital technical catalogue for use on board vessels or in the office. It stores all of the publications that are needed on board and displays them in a digital format that is fast and easy to use.

New Editions
Publications that are in the announcements section of the distributor portal will also appear as “New Publications” in SeaReader. They will be at the top of the Catalogue view and be marked with a yellow star.

Offline Mode
SeaReader can now operate without any internet connection. The user must provide their distributor with an Activation file from the settings window of a SeaReader client.

Custom Notes
Users are now able to add their own custom notes to the publications inside SeaReader. These notes can then be searched for and the user can jump to the page for easy access to important content. Notes can also be exported and shared to other users. This will allow educators to share premade notes with students or shipping companies to indicate important items of text in a publication.

eBooks are available to purchase individually or in bulk and once installed, the SeaReader is easy to use.

The digital library is easy to access and update and you don’t need to be online to access the publications. SeaReader makes compliance inspections easy by having the latest mandatory publications on board at all times.
The shipping costs and administration associated with maintaining a paper library are removed - there are no physical books to ship and the entire library is updated with the click of a button.

SeaReader contains Flag State Regulations from Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Canada, Cayman Islands, Cyprus, Denmark, Hong Kong, Isle of Man, Liberia, Malta, Marshall Islands, Netherlands, Norway, Panama, Singapore, United Kingdom, USA and Red Ensign Group. Included e-books from IMO, Brown, Son & Ferguson, Imray, and a growing list of other maritime publishers.

SeaReader keeps the administrative work on board to a minimum as the latest set of publications are always available.
The easy to use system makes it quick and easy to see what books are on board the vessel. One annual licence provides access to paid for ebooks on two separate PCs.

SeaReader is simple, very easy and intuitive to use. With one-click updating and filtered search results, it is quick and easy to find the information you need. There is no need for additional work to make sure your vessel is flag state compliant, as SeaReader does this for you.

Key features

Windows-only software.

As a Mac user you will need to use a Windows emulator (e.g., Boot Camp or Parallels Desktop) to use the MS SeaReader.

Boot Camp is a built-in tool that supports Dual-boot on Mac. It is accessible in the Utilities under the name Boot Camp Assistant. This emulator lets you have both Windows and Mac installed on the same disk and run them. You can either run Windows or Mac at a time and the other OS or its folders cannot be accessed. To get started with Boot Camp Assistant on Mac please see the following link.

Minimum System Requirements

•  Windows PC with Windows version 10 or 11
•  8 GB RAM. 15GB hard disk space
•  HD and above resolutions 1360x768 (minimum 1024x720)
•  Minimum .NET 6.0 Desktop Runtime
•  Internet connection needed for installation

https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/bootcamp-assistant/welcome/mac