Bilge water
Oily water from the engine room, collected MARPOL-categorised.
Independent advice on MARPOL classificationKnowledge of MARPOL regulations & EURALInsight into certified processing routes
What is ship waste?
Ship waste covers all residual streams produced by operating vessels — from bilge water and slops to oily residues and ship chemicals. Under the MARPOL convention these streams may not go overboard and must be collected and processed by category. IAM advises you on the correct MARPOL category and processing route.
Ports throughout the Netherlands
MARPOL-categorised
Audit-proof documentation
Which ship-waste streams are there?
Slops & sludge
Oil residues and sediment from tanks and separators.
Oily residues
Residual oils and oil-bearing mixtures from on board.
Ship chemicals
Packaged chemicals and residues, safely classified and disposed of.
Sewage water
Septic sewage water from vessels and terminals.
Residual fuels
Residual fuel batches and contaminated bunkers.
A different ship-waste stream? Ask us for advice via contact.
Why choose IAM?
Onafhankelijk en deskundig advies
Up-to-date knowledge of regulations
Clear classification of your waste
Insight into the right processing routes
Advice on legally correct documentation
Knowledge of certified processors
One expert point of contact
Applicable across diverse waste streams
How does our advice help?
1
Mapping your stream
You describe your waste stream, situation and question; together we map out the starting points.
2
Classification & regulations
We determine the correct EURAL classification and which laws and regulations apply to your stream.
3
Route & processing advice
You receive independent advice on the right processing route, required documentation and safe storage.
4
Independent recommendation
We point you toward suitable, certified processors — clearly and with no obligation.
Regulations & certification
Compliant from classification to processing
Ship waste is handled to international standards, with the right registrations and permits backing every step.
MARPOL-compliantADR-authorisedVIHB registeredBia permit
EURAL codes we advise on
The most common codes for this stream. Unsure about the right code? We help you classify it.
13 04* Bilge water13 02* Waste engine & lube oil16 07 08* Oily residues15 01 10* Packaging w/ hazardous residues20 03 04 Sewage (septic)
Frequently asked questions
What falls under ship waste according to MARPOL?
This includes bilge water, sludge, waste oil, cargo residues and ship-generated waste. IAM advises you on classifying these MARPOL streams and the correct, compliant disposal route.
Can IAM advise on ship waste in the port of IJmuiden?
Yes. IAM is based in IJmuiden and advises vessels and terminals in the region and beyond on classification, regulations and the right processing route.
Which documentation is required when ship waste is disposed of?
Every disposal requires the correct MARPOL and accompanying documents. We advise you on which documentation is needed, so the chain is demonstrable and audit-proof.
Does IAM also advise on the correct MARPOL category?
Yes. We help you classify the stream under the correct MARPOL annex and EURAL code, so disposal and processing are correct and compliant.
Which ship-waste streams does IAM advise on?
Among others bilge water, sludge, waste oil, oily mixtures, garbage and packaged hazardous waste from on board — all in line with the relevant MARPOL annexes.
From the knowledge base
Rules & practice explained
Need advice on ship waste?
Questions about MARPOL classification, the right processing route or documentation? We are happy to advise you, with no obligation.
Independent, expert advice
No obligation, tailored to your stream
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