Ballast water (BW) is a dead weight used by ships to provide stability in their journeys. It
poses health, economic and ecological problems. Since 2017, the International Maritime …

The ballasting and de-ballasting of ships are two necessary operations with ballast water
that provide stability for safe navigation. Empty ships must ballast tanks with water, which …

The spread of invasive species through ballast water is a major threat to the world's oceans.
For that reason the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has set rules for ballast water …

The transoceanic movement of non-indigenous microorganisms and organic and inorganic
contaminants through the transfer of ballast water of ocean-going vessels can be considered …

Aquatic invasive species are one of the major threats to the world's oceans. One of the main
transport pathways for these invasive species is ships ballast water. Because of this the …

The spread of aquatic invasive species through ballast water is a major ecological and
economical threat. Because of this, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) set limits to …

With the imminent ratification of the International Maritime Organisation's Ballast Water
Management Convention, ship owners and operators will have to choose among a myriad of …

Man's impact on the Earth is constantly increasing due to ever progressing technological
developments. One of our major impacts is the transportation of organisms to new habitats …

Ballast water (BW) is fresh water or seawater taken onboard to stabilize ships. By traveling
with the vessels, different species can be introduced into a new area, which has potential …

Introduction of invasive species through ballast water discharge has been a serious concern
with the marine ecosystem. With growing research in the ballast water management, recent …