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Amendments to MARPOL Convention
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Applicable to:
All Indian ships and stakeholders
Effective Date:
13th February 2024
Superseded Circulars:
None
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Amendments to MARPOL Annex I
Several amendments to MARPOL Annex I have entered into force since 2010. These amendments introduce new requirements and update existing ones.
- Key Changes: Updates to definitions, oil residue (sludge) tank requirements, use of heavy fuel oil in Arctic waters, and more.
- Compliance: Indian ships must comply with these amendments.
2. Amendments to MARPOL Annex II
Amendments to MARPOL Annex II include updates to reception facilities and cargo unloading terminal arrangements, and modifications to the categorization of noxious liquid substances.
- Key Changes: Updates to reception facilities, cargo unloading arrangements, and noxious liquid substances categorization.
- Compliance: Indian ships must comply with these amendments.
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For detailed amendments, refer to the IMO Resolutions
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