Paris MoU: Guidelines on MARPOL Annex VI

The Paris Memorandum of Understanding on Port State Control (Paris MoU) has issued guidelines on MARPOL Annex VI.

The document was published on 1 July 2023.

This document provides guidelines for Port State Control Officers (PSCOs) to ensure compliance with MARPOL Annex VI regulations. It covers various aspects of the inspection process, including introduction, goals, application, inspection procedures, follow-up actions, and reporting. The content is structured as follows:

1. Introduction

• General overview
• Goals and purpose
• Application areas
• Specific focus on various regulations

2. Inspection of Ship

• Preparation before boarding
• Initial inspection stages, including certificates and compliance checks
• Different scenarios for initial inspections
• Clear grounds for inspection
• More detailed and expanded inspection considerations

3. Follow-Up Action

• Addressing deficiencies that justify detention

4. Reporting

Annex:

• Additional information on non-availability of compliant fuel oil claimed (FONAR)

For more information, please see the document below (available only to subscribers):

Guidelines on MARPOL Annex VI