Entry into force of the BWM Convention

The entry into force of the Ballast Water Management Convention (BWM Convention) is currently the top issue in the maritime sector. Shipping companies have many questions about the handling of ballast water: Under which specific conditions is a discharge of ballast water permitted? Which exceptions exist? Does the ballast water necessarily have to be treated on board? Which ships must have a Ballast Water Management Plan? What special regulations apply for North and Baltic Sea?

The German Flag answers these and other questions in our FAQs under Environmental protection.