Maritime Lab provides accredited testing for ballast water in line with the International Ballast Water Management Convention (BWM), addressing both exchange and discharge performance standards.
Our service supports compliance with:
- Regulation D-1: Ballast Water Exchange Standards
- Regulation D-2: Ballast Water Performance Standards
Originally established in response to environmental concerns from countries like Canada and Australia, BWM aims to prevent the spread of invasive aquatic species across ecosystems. Our team is trained to deliver highly accurate, regulation-aligned results.
Our Procedures
Our testing service is streamlined for global fleets:
- Sampling kits delivered to vessel or port
- Pre-paid return shipping and handling
- ISO-accredited testing protocols
- Clear, compliant lab reports
- Expert interpretation and regulatory guidance
Comprehensive Menu
All required testing is performed in alignment with BWM Regulation D-2:
- Planktonic organism analysis
- Toxigenic Vibrio cholerae (O1 & O139)
- Escherichia coli (E. coli)
- Enterococci
- Dissolved Organic Carbon (DOC)
- Particulate Organic Carbon (POC)
- Total Suspended Solids (TSS)
- Heterotrophic Bacteria
Advanced Laboratory
Reliable Diagnostic Test
Advance Check-up
Early detection of non-compliance helps shipowners mitigate risks of discharge violations and environmental harm.
Marine Environmental Research
Screening Plans
Our service is available in all major ports, with fast logistics and efficient reporting:
