Almost half of ballast water systems failing port state inspections, experts warn

Warnings have been raised about possible vessel detentions as ballast water treatment technology routinely fails port state tests.

Under the Ballast Water Management Convention, all vessels are expected to have functioning treatment technology that enables ballast water to be discharged almost free of potential invasive species. These are known as the D-2 standards.

TradeWinds ShipTech

Your new weekly newsletter with insight into the business, rules and risks of maritime technology, from the editorial team at TradeWinds direct into your inbox.