MARPOL 73/78 - International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships
MARPOL 73/78 is the main international convention covering prevention of pollution of the marine environment by ships from operational or accidental causes.
Contains six technical annexes covering oil, noxious liquid substances, harmful substances in packaged form, sewage, garbage, and air pollution.
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- 19 November 2025
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