The introduction of harmful aquatic organisms to new environments by ships has been identified as a major threat to the world's oceans and to the conservation o

These Guidelines for the control and management of ships' biofouling to minimize the transfer of invasive aquatic species (hereafter 'the Guidelines') are inten

This Companion sheds light on the law and practice of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), which plays a key role in securing safe, secure, and effici

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