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Ballast water management compliance progress reported across bulk fleet

Retrofit programmes have advanced across much of the trading fleet.

By Mei Lin Chow, Fleet & Regulation Editor· Published 24 Aug 2026, 11:33 UTCAI-assisted, editor-reviewed

Compliance with ballast water management requirements has advanced across the dry bulk fleet as retrofit programmes complete, according to industry reporting.

Technical managers said installation scheduling has become more predictable, with dry dock slots planned well in advance.

Operational familiarity with treatment systems has also improved, reducing reported downtime.

Regulators continue to emphasise correct operation and record keeping alongside equipment installation.

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