22 Dec 2025
The UK government has introduced a series of updates to international maritime law designed to enhance safety at sea and reduce environmental pollution. The changes, which are set to come into force on 1 January 2026, will apply to a range of maritime activities including ship construction, crew training, and the prevention of marine […]
06 Nov 2023
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is marking 50 years since the adoption of the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL), the primary global treaty for the prevention of pollution of the marine environment by ships from intentional, operational or accidental causes. The graphic above details one of the six […]
16 Apr 2019
Bypassing the ship’s oily water separator to dump bilge waste is an illegal but relatively common practice. In the United States, it is one of the most frequently prosecuted maritime crimes, thanks to generous whistleblower awards, the ease of finding physical evidence and an enthusiasm for MARPOL enforcement. However, oily water discharge rules are less commonly […]