The extra systems required to comply with upcoming environmental regulations will significantly impact space and weight for new product tanker designs. IMO rules on gaseous emissions (sulphur and nitrous oxides in emission control areas, known as ECAs, under Marpol Annex VI) mean owners will need to consider utilising engine exhaust abatement technology or installing separate fuel systems for marine gasoil (MGO). Operators will also need to install ballast water treatment plants, inert gas gener....

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