Hong Kong Convention Series | Episode 5 | Compliance Maze – HKC vs. Basel vs. EU SRR

In Episode 5 of the GMS Hong Kong Convention Podcast Series, Ingrid and Henning unpack the confusion that persists, even after the Hong Kong Convention (HKC) has entered into force.

With overlapping rules from Basel, EUSRR, and flag states, many shipowners are still asking: Can I recycle this vessel safely, without facing legal or regulatory fallout?

Drawing from the GMS HKC Webinar Series, this episode features insights from Sveinung Oftedal, Nikos Mikelis, Anaëlle Boudry, and George Novak, who highlight the regulatory tension, legal risks, and practical workarounds for responsible shipowners.

Learn what really works and what to watch out for when navigating the global compliance maze.

Key Topics Covered:

• Why HKC isn’t enough on its own

• How Basel Convention and EU SRR create overlapping controls

• The role of flag states, port states, and OECD departure points

• What Article 11 means and why harmonization still lags

• How HKC-aligned ship recyclers are being penalized despite compliance

• What shipowners must document to stay legally protected

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