L10 - Regulation 17 - Reception Facilities

Question 1

What are Port Reception Facilities?

Answer 1

Port reception facilities (PRFs) are essential components in the effort to prevent marine pollution by providing ships with the necessary infrastructure to safely dispose of waste generated during their voyages.

Question 2

According to MARPOL Annex VI, what should port facilities be provided for?

Answer 2

1. ODS related equipment and materials
2. Exhaust Gas Cleaning System Residue (e.g. residue collected
   from SOx Scrubbers)