Regulation

IMO to impose stricter cleanup requirements after container loss

The maritime organization has agreed to tighten guidelines to minimize environmental damage.
The guidelines for the management of lost plastics are scheduled for urgent consideration by the MEPC at its next meeting, which will be held in a couple of weeks in mid-March. | Photo: Marjet Van Veelen/AP/Ritzau Scanpix
The guidelines for the management of lost plastics are scheduled for urgent consideration by the MEPC at its next meeting, which will be held in a couple of weeks in mid-March. | Photo: Marjet Van Veelen/AP/Ritzau Scanpix
by METTE GRUBE CONDRUP

The loss of containers containing plastic pellets, also known as nurdles, from ships can cause major environmental damage if it ends up in the sea. 

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