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EU Detergents Regulation 2026/405: The End of Vague Claims
The EU has rewritten the rules on detergents. Regulation (EU) 2026/405 signals a clear shift away from vague environmental claims towards full transparency, traceability and evidence-led performance.
August Race™ Appoints Exalto Emirates as Exclusive UAE Distributor for Oceans Assured™
August Race™ has appointed Exalto Emirates as the exclusive distributor for the Oceans Assured™ range across the United Arab Emirates. The partnership will introduce MARPOL Annex V compliant Non-HME marine maintenance and vessel care products to the UAE and the wider Middle East region
IMO NEWS - IMO Strategy to Address Marine Plastic Litter from Ships Explained
The IMO has published its Strategy to Address Marine Plastic Litter from Ships, reinforcing the importance of MARPOL Annex V in reducing pollution from vessels. While the regulatory framework already exists, awareness and compliance remain a challenge across the leisure marine sector. This article explores why better understanding of MARPOL requirements is key to reducing operational pollution in marinas and boatyards.
What Really Happens When Cleaning Chemicals Enter Marina Waters?
Marine pollution in marinas is rarely dramatic - it is cumulative. This article explores how routine wash-down discharge may affect enclosed coastal ecosystems over time.
What Is a Non-Harmful Boat Cleaner?
A technical guide to understanding what a non-harmful boat cleaner should mean under recognised marine environmental criteria.
