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IMO Increases BWTS Inspection Focus in 2026

The International Maritime Organization has increased its focus on Ballast Water Treatment System (BWTS) operation in 2026. Most ships already have an approved BWTS installed.What has changed is how inspections are carried out. Operation is now a key inspection point In 2026, inspectors focus more on real BWTS operation, not only certificates. During inspections, crews […]

Ship Inspections Are Becoming More Practical: What Changed After the IMO Assembly in 2025

At the end of 2025, ship operators and technical managers reviewed inspection readiness following outcomes of the International Maritime Organization Assembly, where updated guidance on surveys and Port State Control (PSC) procedures was confirmed. These updates do not create new technical limits.They change how inspections are carried out and what inspectors focus on onboard. Why […]

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