Australia

In-water hull cleaning regulations

The following regulations for in-water hull cleaning and maintenance of vessels have come info force in Australia, and are applicable to all commercial vessels in Australian waters.

"No part of a vessel's hull treated with antifoulant is to be cleaned in Australian waters without the written permission of the Harbour Master, local government or state Environment Protection Agency(administering authority)..."

"In water hull cleaning is prohibited, except under extra ordinary circumstances and permission will not normally be granted...

"The polishing of ship's propellers may be permitted subject to any conditions attached to the permit. An application seeking permission to carry out "propeller polishing" must be lodged with the Administering Authority..."