Ballastage in Maritime Law: Navigating Legal and Environmental Waters
Ballastage is the practice of taking on ballast water or other weight to stabilize a vessel, and it carries significant legal and environmental compliance obligations. Because ballast operations can introduce invasive species and pollution, they are regulated through international conventions and national laws that require specific management and reporting. This article explains how ballastage is […]
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