Inventory of Hazardous Material

The restriction of the use of hazardous materials; Asbestos, PCB, Ozone Depleting Substances & Anti-fouling compounds on board the ships requires extensive survey & documentation to ensure that the ships meet the relevant International Regulation. As an approved Hazmat Expert, Purenviro International is able to provide professional advice, consultation & documentation to meet the following international regulations:

• EU Regulation on Ship Recycling [Entry into Force: 30 Dec 2013]
• International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)[Entry into Force: 1980]
• Hong Kong Convention[Entry into Force: In Progress]
• MARPOL [Entry into Force: 1973/78]

The main objective of the international regulations is to ensure that owners/ occupiers consider the risk of hazardous materials from the construction of the ship till its end of life (cradle to grave approach).

The other benefits for regulatory compliance also includes

• higher resale value of the vessel
• excellent management standards
• enhancement of ISO system
• discounts at ports & insurance companies