Iran: Ballast Water Regulations
All ships arriving at Iranian ports from Iraqi ports are systematically quarantined at an anchorage. The Ports and Maritime Organisation (PMO) then board the ship and take samples of ballast water for analysis for Cholera.
The analysis results may take up to 3 to 4 days giving rise to delays for which Members should ensure they are adequately protected under their respective Charterparty.
If in the meantime the ship intends loading without discharging the ballast, then the Iranian PMO may permit ships to berth and will also check that no water was de-ballasted prior to departure from an Iranian port.
The Iranian PMO has been demanding security for their operational costs arising from their attendance, sampling, testing and monitoring.
For further information, Members are advised to contact local P&I correspondents, whose advisory can be accessed by clicking here.