Bimco Pushes Clearer Ballast Water Rules

October 27, 2026

BIMCO

BIMCO urges IMO to revise ballast water management guidance for ships operating in challenging water quality, seeking clearer procedures and consistent implementation. The proposal, co-sponsored for MEPC 85, awaits the committee’s decision.
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