Exam Question
What are the various Annexes to the MARPOL 73/78 convention. Briefly state, what each one of the Annex signifies and the key regulations within each. (20)
Class 4 (4th Engineer)
SSEP
📅 Sep 2025
Reference Answer
### Introduction to MARPOL 73/78
The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) is the main international convention covering prevention of pollution of the marine environment by ships from operational or accidental causes. It is a combination of two treaties adopted in 1973 and 1978 and has been updated by amendments through the years.
MARPOL is structured into a main convention and six technical Annexes, each dedicated to regulating a specific type of ship-generated pollutant. For a ship to be certified as MARPOL compliant, it must adhere to the regulations of the Annexes ratified by its flag state.
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The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) is the main international convention covering prevention of pollution of the marine environment by ships from operational or accidental causes. It is a combination of two treaties adopted in 1973 and 1978 and has been updated by amendments through the years.
MARPOL is structured into a main convention and six technical Annexes, each dedicated to regulating a specific type of ship-generated pollutant. For a ship to be certified as MARPOL compliant, it must adhere to the regulations of the Annexes ratified by its flag state.
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