Understanding the IMO’s new guidance on biofouling

Understanding the IMO’s new guidance on biofouling

(ARENDAL, Norway) — The revised International Maritime Organization (IMO) Biofouling Guidelines came into force in 2023 and provide updated guidance on how to prevent the spread of marine invasive species. Here are the key recommendations. Marine invasive species infestations are a major threat to the world’s oceans and to the conservation of biodiversity. They can be triggered by marine hull…
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Global project to fight biofouling asks industry to take seat at table

Global project to fight biofouling asks industry to take seat at table

Invasive aquatic species have a tremendous negative effect on the world’s marine ecosystems. According to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the economic impact totals several hundred million dollars per year. For shipowners, the cost of invasive and non-invasive interlopers is even higher. To address the problem, the GloFouling Partnerships project is aiming to build capacity in developing countries to implement…
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