When considering marine pollution control procedures there are three general areas which demand close attention. These are: ⦁ oily bilge water ⦁ refuse ⦁ sewage All of these applications can be handled constantly changing to address the complexity of the waste management issues. The basic marine pollution regulations are covered by the International Maritime Organizations MARPOL 73/78 convention, with the various annexes and revisions. Of particular importance for equipment to deal with oily-water, sewage and plastic wastes.

• R. Powell