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What is Emission Control Area?

Emission Control Area Designated sea region where MARPOL Annex VI limits on SOx, NOx and PM apply; requires low-sulphur fuel or equivalent abatement.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Emission Control Area” Used in Practice?

Baltic Sea ECA entry in twenty miles; chief engineer confirm change-over to 0.10 percent sulphur marine gas oil complete and record logbook time.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Emission Control Area?

Designated sea region where MARPOL Annex VI limits on SOx, NOx and PM apply; requires low-sulphur fuel or equivalent abatement.

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