Marpol Annex VI

Marpol Annex VI is an international regulation aimed at reducing air pollution from ships. It sets limits on emissions of harmful gases like sulfur oxide (SOx), nitrogen oxide (NOx), and particulate matter that ships produce, which contribute to air pollution and acid rain. The annex also addresses fuel quality standards and the allowable sulfur content in ship fuel, encouraging cleaner energy use. Its goal is to protect the environment and human health by minimizing the shipping industry's impact on air quality, promoting cleaner technologies, and ensuring ships operate more sustainably worldwide.