MARPOL Annex I: Sludge and Oily Waste from Tank Cleaning

How demucking and tank washing residues relate to MARPOL Annex I oily waste controls and reception pathways.

MARPOL Annex I: Sludge and Oily Waste from Tank Cleaning

Cleaning waste sits under oily residue controls

Sludge and oily mixtures from cargo tank cleaning are not an afterthought. Under MARPOL Annex I thinking, oily waste must be retained, transferred and documented through approved channels — not casually discharged.

What operations should plan

  • Estimated sludge / slop volumes before mobilisation
  • Segregation from incompatible streams
  • Licensed reception / disposal partners
  • Records that match the cleaning scope

Our waste disposal guide and sludge handling article cover the practical side. Services: sludge & waste disposal.

MARPOL Annex I oily waste sludge disposal tank cleaning waste
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