Starting from 1 January 2025, new regulations will be enforced regarding the discharge of garbage, oil, and oily mixtures within the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden Special Areas. These changes are mandated by the following IMO Resolutions:
Resolution MEPC.381(80): This resolution establishes the discharge requirements of regulations 15.3, 15.5, and 34.3 to 34.5 of MARPOL Annex I for the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden Special Areas, in accordance with Regulation 38.8.1 of MARPOL Annex I.
Resolution MEPC.382(80): This resolution sets the discharge requirements of Regulation 6 of MARPOL Annex V for the Red Sea Special Area, in line with Regulation 8.2 of MARPOL Annex V.
What Actions Should Shipowners, Ship Managers, and Ship Operators Take?
Be aware that, from 1 January 2025, the following requirements will apply:
MARPOL Annex I – Regulations 15.3, 15.5, and 34.3 to 34.5:
For all ships:
- From 1 January 2025, any discharge of oil or oily mixtures into the sea from ships of 400 gross tonnage and above will be prohibited within the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden Special Areas, unless all the following conditions are met:
- The ship is en route.
- The oily mixture is processed through oil filtering equipment that meets the requirements of Regulation 14.7 of Annex I.
- The oil content of the effluent, without dilution, does not exceed 15 parts per million.
- The oily mixture does not originate from cargo pump room bilges on oil tankers.
- In the case of oil tankers, the oily mixture is not mixed with oil cargo residues.
Ensure compliance with these new regulations to avoid penalties and contribute to the protection of our marine environment.
What Marine Surveyor Consultant Sagl can do for you
Is here to support shipowners and technical operators with our expertise. We can assist you in navigating these new regulations and ensuring your operations remain compliant.
