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Guidelines for the control and management of ships
Applicable to:
Shipping companies
Effective Date:
8 June 2001
Superseded Circulars:
None mentioned
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Adopt IMO Guidelines
Shipping companies must adopt procedures based on the IMO's Voluntary Guidelines for the control and management of ships' ballast water to minimize the transfer of harmful aquatic organisms and pathogens.
- Action: Implement IMO's Resolution A.868(20)
- Support: Approach respective Classification Societies for assistance
IMO Resolution A.868(20) provides detailed guidelines for ballast water management
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