Many countries have introduced regulations that prohibit ships arriving in their waters from discharging ballast water that could have an impact on the local environment. Under these regulations, a ship is expected to prove that it has taken steps to manage ballast water in accordance with national and or IMO regulations and guidelines.

IBS ballast water management services help shipowners to develop a safe, practical strategy to reduce the risks associated with ballast water management. By adopting our custom-made, well-structured systematic procedures, you can be confident of meeting national and International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations while effectively managing the operational risks to your ship. Our services will help you protect your business while meeting any environmental responsibilities.

Management of risks during ballast water operations helps protect your company’s business and assets.
Having a ballast water management plan helps prevent loss of hull integrity resulting from unplanned loads during ballast water transfer.

It allows business as normal without compromising recognized environmental regulations, such as those issued by individual port states and the IMO, and reduces possible business interruption due to visits on board by port state officers for ballast water management audits.

It also enables your company to demonstrate its vision for health, safety, quality and environmental issues, and can provide evidence for flag states, port state control, underwriters and charterers as may be required.