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Discharge of Ship Generated waste at Indian Ports.
Applicable to:
All vessels (Indian or Foreign flag) calling at Indian ports/anchorages
Effective Date:
16th March 2021
Superseded Circulars:
DGS Circular No. 6 of 2018 dated 20th November 2018
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Waste Discharge Restrictions
No vessel is permitted to discharge any waste from onboard without express permission of the Director-General of Shipping, unless the vessel is involved in designated port operations or approved repairs.
- Designated Port Operations: Cargo loading/unloading, passenger embarkation/disembarkation, off-shore operations, towing operations
- Repairs: Only in approved repair yards
2. Exception for Offshore Vessels
Vessels operating offshore for a long period are permitted to discharge MARPOL Annex V operational waste to other vessels operating offshore, subject to certain conditions.
- Conditions: Vessels must have a reviewed garbage management plan, safe storage space, and submit activities on the Swachh Sagar portal
II/4 MARPOL Annex IV - Garbage
Important Note
Vessels found violating these waste discharge restrictions may face penalties and delays in port operations.
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