What size ships require IOPP?

What size ships require IOPP?

• A. Ships of 400+ gross tons; Oil Tankers 150+ gross tons
• B. Ships of 100+ gross tons
• C. All ships over 200 GT
• D. Only tankers

Answer: (A)

IOPP certification is tied to MARPOL’s oil pollution prevention requirements. It is required for ships of 400 gross tons and above, and for oil tankers of 150 gross tons and above, when they engage in international voyages. This ensures vessels have appropriate oil pollution prevention measures and the necessary records and plans in place. So, a ship must have an IOPP if it’s an oil tanker of 150 GT or more, or any other ship of 400 GT or more. The other options set the threshold too low or exclude non-tankers that meet the 400 GT rule.

IOPP certification is tied to MARPOL’s oil pollution prevention requirements. It is required for ships of 400 gross tons and above, and for oil tankers of 150 gross tons and above, when they engage in international voyages. This ensures vessels have appropriate oil pollution prevention measures and the necessary records and plans in place. So, a ship must have an IOPP if it’s an oil tanker of 150 GT or more, or any other ship of 400 GT or more. The other options set the threshold too low or exclude non-tankers that meet the 400 GT rule.