Under MARPOL Annex I, the discharge of oily water from a ship's bilge must not exceed 15 parts per million (ppm). This regulation helps prevent oil pollution in the marine environment by limiting the amount of oil released into the water.
The International Air Pollution Prevention (IAPP) Certificate ensures that ships comply with air pollution regulations under MARPOL Annex VI. This includes regulations on sulfur emissions, nitrogen oxides, and other air pollutants to reduce the impact of shipping on air quality.
MARPOL (International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships) is the primary international regulation that aims to minimize pollution from ships, covering oil, garbage, sewage, ballast water, and air emissions to protect the marine environment.
The Ballast Water Management Convention was created to prevent the spread of invasive aquatic species by regulating ballast water discharge from ships. This helps protect marine biodiversity and ecosystems.
MARPOL Annex I regulates oil pollution, requiring ships to carry a Pollution Prevention Certificate that verifies compliance with oil discharge regulations, including the installation of oil separators and the proper management of oil waste.
