NL 293/24 | Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI, Regulation 14—Mediterranean Sea SOx Emission Control Area (ECA) starting from 1 May 2024
Refers to: Ship Owners / Managers/ Operators, PHRS Surveyors / Representatives
Action Date: Starting from 1 May 2024
By this message we would like to inform you regarding the amendments to MARPOL Annex VI, Regulation 14—Mediterranean Sea SOx Emission Control Area (ECA) starting from 1 May 2024.
Adopted by: MEPC.361(79)
Summary:
Starting from 1 May 2024, the proposed regulation will include the Mediterranean Sea as an Emission Control Area (ECA) for Sulphur Oxides (Sox) and Particulate Matter (PM)
Implication:
Amendments will start being enforced on 1 May 2025 for all vessels operating in the Mediterranean SOx ECA which will:
- not be able to use fuel oil onboard with a sulphur content exceeding 0.10% m/m.
- be required to ensure the 0.10% m/m fuel oil sulphur content limit is documented by the supplier.
- must carry a written procedure detailing how the fuel changeover is to be carried out (applicable for ships using separate fuels)
Application:
Amendments will apply to new and existing ships.
Please treat this matter with the utmost urgency and take all necessary measures to ensure timely compliance.
