Mayis

The maritime industry faces increasing regulatory pressures to monitor and control pollutant discharges, such as scrubber wash water, sewage, oil, and MARPOL Annex II chemical discharges, particularly in port and coastal areas. These pollutants pose serious threats to marine ecosystems, compromising water quality, harming marine life, and disrupting delicate ecological balances. Strict MARPOL and local regulations impose substantial financial penalties based on vessel tonnage, with expectations of even tighter restrictions in Particularly Sea Sensitive Areas (PSSA) in the near future. Continuous monitoring of water quality parameters—such as pH, PAH (Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons), turbidity, and heavy metals—is essential to ensure compliance and protect the marine environment. However, effectively managing these parameters in port and sensitive coastal regions remains a significant challenge for the industry.