This webinar will focus on the latest developments in marine biofouling management following MEPC 83 and the work of the GloFouling Partnerships. It will cover the shift from voluntary guidelines to a legally binding instrument, best practices for in-water cleaning, emerging antifouling technologies, and strategies to manage the risk of invasive aquatic species.
Bev will join a panel who will discuss
- The transition from IMO’s 2023 Biofouling Guidelines to a legally binding framework
- New IMO guidance on in-water hull cleaning and its environmental considerations
- Technological innovations in antifouling coatings and non-toxic solutions
- How biofouling management ties into carbon emissions reduction and ship efficiency
- Practical advice for shipowners and operators preparing for enhanced compliance expectations
- Insights from GloFouling Partnerships and BIMCO’s role in shaping global best practices
Panellists inlcude:
Bev Mackenzie, Head of Intergovernmental Engagement, BIMCO
Frank Stuer-Lauridsen, Founder and Partner, LITEHAUZ
Mark Riggio, Simplify Ballast