A new guide from water monitoring specialist Rivertrace examines the controversial subject of wastewater discharges and their potential environmental impact.
The guide covers the MARPOL regulations controlling discharges from exhaust gas cleaning systems, exhaust gas recirculation system bleed off, bilge water treatment and tank washing systems.
It also covers regulations on monitoring oil content in bilge water and from tank washing systems in tankers, including a section on the science behind monitoring and the various methods employed in modern monitoring systems.
Mike Coomber at Rivertrace, said: “Regulation around monitoring is a hot topic in the shipping industry. The need to develop harmonised international rules covering wastewater quality and monitoring is pressing.
“At Rivertrace we are constantly refining our product range and developing new systems that give shipowners confidence of knowing their vessels are meeting all regulatory requirements and avoiding the chance of penalties and detentions.”
The guide will help owners and operators understand and appreciate the issues and take appropriate action to ensure compliance, in relation to wastewater discharges and their potential environmental impact.
For more information visit www.rivertrace.com
