
MARPOL 73/78 – A General Overview
MARPOL 73/78, since it came into force in 1973 and later revised by the protocol in 1978, ensures that shipping remains the least environmentally damaging modes of transport. It clearly highlights the points to ensure that marine environment is preserved by elimination of pollution by all harmful substance which can be discharged from ship. MARPOL 73/78 This marine environmental convention consists of six implemented Annexes for controlling and eliminating of marine pollution. Annex I: Regulation for prevention of pollution by oil from operational measures as well as from accidental discharges. Key relations: 1. Ballasting or cleaning of cargo oil tanks (Emcy’ ballast, … Continue reading MARPOL 73/78 – A General Overview