Description
MARPOL – How to Do It, 2013 Edition is the official IMO publication providing practical guidance on the implementation of the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL). The publication has been developed by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to help maritime operators understand and comply with the world’s most important regulations for the prevention of pollution from ships.
The MARPOL Convention includes requirements relating to discharges of oil, chemicals, sewage, waste, air pollution and other environmental impacts from shipping. MARPOL compliance is essential to protect the marine environment and ensure sustainable operations in international shipping.
The publication explains how the regulations can be implemented in day-to-day operations on board and provides practical advice on establishing procedures, documentation and control systems. Among other things, the manual describes requirements for record keeping, waste management, emission control, environmental management and crew training.
MARPOL – How to Do It is used by shipping companies, masters, technical inspectors, environmental officers, port authorities and maritime authorities working with environmental regulations and compliance. The publication is also a useful tool for companies that want to improve their internal environmental procedures and ensure compliance with international requirements.
The guide covers the most important aspects of the MARPOL Convention and provides a practical approach to how the requirements can be met through effective operational procedures. The manual helps to make a comprehensive set of regulations more accessible to users working with vessel operations and environmental management.
The 2013 edition serves as a practical working tool for organizations that want to strengthen their environmental work and ensure correct implementation of MARPOL regulations in both national and international shipping.
Kart.no delivers IMO publications to customers in Norway and the Nordic region, including MARPOL, SOLAS, STCW, IMSBC Code and other official maritime publications from the International Maritime Organization.
