MARPOL Annex VI (SOX, NOX, VOC)

Annex VI of MARPOL sets specific limits on certain air emissions from ships and its engines. Compliance with these standards can be achieved through the use of clean fuels or abatement technology. As a policy matter, the INTERTANKO Council has decided that promoting the global switch to marine gas oil is the best way to comply with these standards. However, it is recognised that each tanker owner has to decide which option is best for their tankers to comply with Annex VI requirements.

To assist Members in deciding how best to comply with these requirements on their tankers, INTERTANKO provides advice and guidance on all aspects related to compliance with these requirements. INTERTANKO also produces contractual guidance and charterparty clauses to ensure everyone in the contractual chain complies with the limits on air emissions.