BIO-UV Group is urging shipowners to prepare for rigorous Port State Control inspections following the launch of a Concentrated Inspection Campaign (CIC) focused on Ballast Water Management, effective September 1, 2025. This initiative, led by the Paris and Tokyo MoUs and running through November, will assess vessels against a standardized ten-point checklist to ensure compliance with the Ballast Water Convention.
This campaign represents a significant global enforcement effort, especially after the D-2 discharge standard became mandatory in September 2024. Inspectors will verify the possession of a valid International Ballast Water Management Certificate, an updated management plan, and an operational treatment system, while also evaluating crew knowledge and record-keeping.
Charlène Ceresola, BWT Project Manager at BIO-UV Group, emphasized the need for immediate compliance, stating that shipowners must be proactive in preparation. Non-compliance often stems from documentation issues or crew familiarity, potentially leading to detentions and reputational damage.
BIO-UV’s BIO-SEA ballast water treatment systems are type-approved by both the IMO and the U.S. Coast Guard, ensuring reliability. The company calls on operators to audit their compliance, train crews, and update procedural documents to avoid pitfalls during inspections.
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