The Exhaust Gas Cleaning System Association (EGCSA) has launched a free to access global database concerning operating rules for scrubbers for shipowners. The association says the database will assist shipowners with scrubber-equipped vessels in removing uncertainty and inaccurate information.
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(the database aims to) assist in removing uncertainty and inaccurate information
The database has the format of a world map with a zoom-in facility that makes it possible to identify individual wharfs and quays and see if there are any restrictions on the operation of EGCS in place.
In addition, the database provides links and verified information on legislation or rules that have been imposed. Verification material is included on the database.
In light of the database, the Clean Shipping Alliance 2020 approached many ports to identify any local rules. Additionally, the International Chamber of Shipping has also sought feedback from its ship-owner community. The work of these organisations and any other interested groups will also be incorporated into the EGCSA database once verified, thus ensuring the most comprehensive and up-to-date verified information is made available to ship operators around the world.
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Concluding, the Association stated that this investment will also benefit those ship-owners who have chosen to do nothing and plan just to procure fuel that complies with IMO limits. The significant number of ship-owners who have opted for EGCS will alleviate some of the pressure on 0.50% sulphur fuel supplies as they are likely to reduce global demand by approximately 18%.
