ISU Survey Sees Decline in Salvage Workload
The results of the International Salvage Union s (ISU) annual Pollution Prevention Survey show that the 605,677 tonnes of oils, chemicals, other pollutants and bunker fuel recovered last year represent a 37% decrease on the 2002 total. The emergency assistance provided worldwide for 218 vessels with cargoes and bunkers threatening pollution was down from 268 vessels in 2002, another significant decline in the salvage workload.
The results of the International Salvage Union s (ISU) annual Pollution Prevention Survey show that the 605,677 tonnes of oils, chemicals, other pollutants and bunker fuel recovered last year represent a 37% decrease on the 2002 total. The emergency assistance provided worldwide for 218 vessels with cargoes and bunkers threatening pollution was down from 268 vessels in 2002, another significant decline in the salvage workload.
Related Articles
EQUIPMENT
MARINE CONSTRUCTION
FEATURES & VIDEOS