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Ballast Water Record Book – BWM Compliance

31st January 2025

Staying compliant with the Ballast Water Management (BWM) Convention is now easier with the updated Ballast Water Record Book. This edition follows the latest IMO amendments, ensuring ship operators and crew can accurately log ballast water operations. As a result, inspections become simpler, records stay clear, and compliance improves.

Key Updates in This Edition:

  • Improved Record-Keeping Format – The book follows Resolution MEPC.369(80), which takes effect on 1 February 2025. Because of the improved structure, crews can now log ballast water operations with greater accuracy and efficiency.
  • Expanded Documentation Requirements – Additionally, this edition aligns with Circular BWM.2/Circ.80, providing clearer instructions on how to record ballast water exchanges, discharges, and contingency measures. This means records will be easier to complete while reducing errors.
  • Stronger IMO Compliance – Most importantly, the updated format ensures shipowners, operators, and crew meet the latest BWM Convention regulations. Since proper record-keeping is crucial for reducing compliance risks, this book helps avoid issues during inspections. Furthermore, maintaining structured documentation prevents unnecessary delays in port or costly penalties.

Shipowners, operators, and crew must keep reliable and structured records to comply with modern maritime regulations. Because of this, the Ballast Water Record Book provides an easy-to-use, well-organised system for documenting ballast water activities. Whether recording ballast water exchange, treatment, or discharge, this book simplifies reporting and ensures full compliance with IMO requirements.

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