In complying with MARPOL Annex V, the management of the residues of solid bulk cargoes depends primarily on the classification of a solid bulk cargo as to whether it is harmful to the marine environment (HME) or non-HME. The INTERCARGO General guidance on shippers declaration on cargoes HME properties, version 1.1, Dec 2015 provides necessary information for members reference. Click here to download this document.
