Annex VI

Annex VI is a section of international regulations that aim to reduce air pollution from ships, especially emissions of sulfur oxides (SOx), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter. It sets limits on the sulfur content in fuel used by ships and requires the adoption of cleaner technologies to cut pollution. The goal is to protect the environment and human health by making shipping emissions cleaner. These rules apply globally and help standardize efforts to minimize the shipping industry's impact on air quality, ensuring ships use cleaner fuels or emission reduction methods in designated areas or worldwide.