Waste Management News Archive

European Commission – Expert Group on Waste from Ships

This week, INTERTANKO participated in the European Commission Expert Group on Waste from Ships in Brussels. The group, formed as... MORE

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Port reception facilities database

Members are reminded that any reports of alleged inadequate port reception facility forms should be sent to their respective Flag,... MORE

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Environmental Committee meets in London

This week the Environmental Committee (EnvCom) met for its 60th Session. This meeting marked the final meeting for outgoing Chair... MORE

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PPR 12: Review and Revision of MARPOL Annex IV

The International Maritime Organization has established a dedicated working group to undertake the review and revision of MARPOL Annex IV,... MORE

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Rise in Turkish fines for marine pollution

Turkey has increased its fines for pollution in its waters for 2025. A summary of the rises and further information... MORE

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EU Publication of final texts – Port State Control, Flag State Control and Ship Source pollution

The final texts of the revised port State control, flag State control and Ship Source Pollution Directives have now been... MORE

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Treated sewage management in Dutch ports

This week, INTERTANKO sought clarification on the discharge of treated sewage and Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) usage based on Annex... MORE

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Turkish fines for marine pollution

Over the last few months, INTERTANKO Members have raised queries regarding inflated fines from Turkish ports in relation to suspected... MORE

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European Sustainable Shipping Forum (ESSF) Subgroup on Waste from Ships

This week, INTERTANKO participated in the final meeting of the European Sustainable Shipping Forum (ESSF) subgroup on waste from ships.... MORE

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European Sustainable Shipping Forum (ESSF) Subgroup on Waste from Ships

This week, INTERTANKO participated in the final meeting of the European Sustainable Shipping Forum (ESSF) subgroup on waste from ships.... MORE

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