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Technical Director Peter Wallbank Delivers Keynote on MARPOL Compliance at Palma International Boat Show
August Race™ Technical Director Peter Wallbank delivered a keynote presentation at Palma International Boat Show discussing MARPOL compliance and emerging environmental responsibilities within the leisure marine sector.
MARPOL Annex V and Marina Pollution - The Uncomfortable Truth
A new international regulatory review examines how MARPOL Annex V is being interpreted globally in relation to marina wash-down activities, boat cleaning and the use of products classified as harmful to the marine environment. Featuring direct responses from maritime administrations and analysis of aquatic hazard classifications within marine cleaning products.
August Race Technical Director reviews environmental management for Marina World Magazine
August Race™ Technical Director Peter Wallbank explores environmental management, marina digitalisation and compliance in Marina World’s The State of Marinas 2026 report.
Australia passes High Seas Biodiversity legislation
Joint media release with: Senator the Hon Murray Watt, Minister for the Environment and Water 31 March 2026 Federal Parliament has today passed the Albanese Government’s legislation that will see Australia officially join a landmark international treaty to protect the ocean beyond our country’s borders. The High Seas Biodiversity Treaty (also known as Marine Biological Diversity Beyond National Jurisdiction) provides the comprehensive framework for nations, including Australia, to protect and sustainably manage the world’s ocean beyond the limits of national jurisdiction. The high seas, which sit outside individual countries’ maritime boundaries and exclusive economic zones, cover more than 60 percent...
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.
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