Infographic: Complying With The BWM Convention
A key international measure for environmental protection that aims to stop the spread of potentially invasive aquatic species in ships’ ballast water entered into force on 8 September 2017.
ClassNK Advises Existing Ships To Install BWMS Early On
ClassNK has analyzed the retrofitting status of BWMS on its registered ships and confirmed that installation deadlines based on the BWM Convention for many of them are highly concentrated in the year 2022.
Consistent Testing Standards, Vital To Ensure Ballast Water Compliance
Despite the months that have passed since entry into force of the BWC last September, the shipping industry is still grappling with the impact of the regulations and the array of available technologies.
Oldendorff Carriers Partners With ERMA First For BWTS
In 2004, the IMO adopted a new “Convention for the Control and Management of Ship’s Ballast Water and Sediments”. The purpose of this new convention was to control the harmful effects of unwanted or invasive species being transported in ships’ ballast water.
BIMCO Launches Practical Guide To Support BWM Convention Entry Into Force
BIMCO’s new Shipmaster’s Ballast Water Manual provides clear, accessible information for seafarers dealing with practicalities of daily ballast water management.
IMO Signifies Implementation Of Standards On Board
Once technical standards have been developed by IMO and adopted into national laws, the next step is implementation on board ships.
Global Treaty To Halt Invasive Aquatic Species Enters Into Force
A key international measure for environmental protection that aims to stop the spread of potentially invasive aquatic species in ships’ ballast water enters into force today (8 September 2017).
ICS Calls On All Parties To Ensure Successful Implementation Of Ballast Convention
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) Ballast Water Management (BWM) Convention will enter into force on 8 September 2017.
ABS Report Reveals Key Insights Into BWMS
ABS-led workshop leads to comprehensive survey of ballast water treatment systems, providing snapshot of industry compliance progress.
Global Project Launched To Address Bioinvasions Via Ships’ Hulls
The GloFouling Partnerships project a collaboration between the GEF, the UNDP and the IMO will address the transfer of aquatic species through biofouling,