IMO PPR 12 Finalizes Guidelines for In-Water Cleaning of Ships’ Biofouling
The 12th session of the IMO’s Sub-Committee on Pollution Prevention and Response (PPR 12) recently finalized guidance on in-water cleaning of ships’ biofouling during a meeting in London. This guidance includes voluntary procedures for planning, documentation, reporting, and inspection, with further work planned for developing additional guidance on various aspects of in-water cleaning.