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,
Ballast Water Sample To Be Must When Calling At Saudi Aramco Ports And Terminals
The aim of this initiative is to ensure all ships comply with BWM convention requirements, which has been ratified by Saudi Arabia and will become internationally enforced by 8 September 2017.
OFE: BWM Convention Extension May Delay Recovery In Tanker Market
While the tanker market was previously counting on the implementation of the IMO BWM Convention in September 2017, the MEPC recently decided to delay its implementation by two years.
Bureau Veritas Launches New E-Business Solution To Help The Industry Meet BWM Deadline
As the BWM Convention’s D1 September 8th deadline looms, ship owners must secure International BWM Certificates and approved BWM plans for their ships.
IMO Moves Ahead With Oceans And Climate Change Agenda
IMO, has progressed its environmental agenda at the recent meeting of its MEPC, 71st session, the Committee clarified the ballast water management schedule and other pollution issues.
IMO’s MEPC To Implement BWM Convention
MEPC 71 is now under way at IMO Headquarters in London and A key item on the agenda is the implementation of the BWM Convention.
Panama Accedes To Global Treaty To Halt Invasive Aquatic Species
Panama has become the latest State to accede to the BWM Convention, bringing the proportion of global shipping tonnage covered by the treaty to 53.28%, with 53 Contracting Parties.