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Sludge, Bilge & Garbage Disposal

Ship waste disposal coordination: sludge, oily bilge water, used oil and garbage collected by licensed port reception facilities in line with MARPOL Annex I and V, with waste delivery receipts for your Oil Record Book and Garbage Record Book.

Service Overview

Compliant Waste Disposal at Every Port Call

Proper waste disposal keeps your vessel compliant with MARPOL and avoids problems during port state control and vetting inspections. OceanicNova coordinates the removal of sludge, oily bilge water, garbage and other ship-generated waste through licensed port reception facilities and approved contractors.

We handle the arrangements with the agent, including advance waste notifications where the port requires them, and make sure you receive a proper waste delivery receipt for your records.

Paperwork That Stands Up to Inspection

Every disposal comes with a waste delivery receipt showing the type and quantity of waste delivered, so your Oil Record Book and Garbage Record Book entries are fully supported.

Who It Is For

Who Needs Waste Disposal?

Waste removal arranged for everyone responsible for MARPOL compliance:

Chief Engineers: Sludge and bilge tanks emptied on schedule
Masters & Chief Officers: Garbage landed in line with MARPOL Annex V
Ship Managers & HSQE Teams: Compliance for audits and vetting
Offshore & Harbour Fleets: Regular waste collection for workboats
Compliance Standard MARPOL Annex I & V
Licensed port reception facilities and approved waste contractors
Waste Services

Ship Waste We Arrange to Remove

Oily waste, garbage and special waste collected and documented correctly.

Sludge Disposal

Removal of fuel and lubricating oil sludge from sludge tanks by licensed contractors, by truck or barge.

Oily Bilge Water

Collection of oily bilge water that cannot be processed onboard, delivered to approved port reception facilities.

Garbage Collection

Segregated garbage (plastics, food waste, domestic and operational waste) collected in line with MARPOL Annex V.

Used Oil & Oily Rags

Disposal of used lubricating oil, oily rags, filters and other contaminated materials.

Special Waste

Batteries, chemicals, paint residues and e-waste handled by specialist contractors where available.

Waste Delivery Receipts

Receipts for every delivery to support record book entries and inspections.

The OceanicNova Advantage

Why Arrange Waste Disposal Through OceanicNova

Licensed contractors, clear charges and the documents inspectors expect to see.

Licensed Contractors

Waste collected only by licensed reception facilities and approved contractors.

MARPOL Compliance

Disposal arranged in line with MARPOL Annex I and Annex V requirements.

Proper Documentation

Waste delivery receipts that support your record books and inspections.

Transparent Charges

Clear quotes for collection, transport and disposal costs.

One Coordinated Port Call

Waste removal timed with cargo work, bunkering and supply deliveries.

24/7 Coordination

Round-the-clock support for bookings and changes.

How It Works

How Waste Disposal Works

From notification to receipt, every step is documented.

1
Waste Notification

Share vessel, port, ETA and the type and estimated quantity of waste.

2
Quote & Booking

Clear quote; contractor booked; port notifications made where required.

3
Collection

Waste collected by truck, barge or skip at berth or anchorage.

4
Measurement

Quantities agreed and recorded with the vessel's crew.

5
Receipt & Records

Waste delivery receipt issued to support your record books.

Sectors & Fleets

Vessels We Support With Waste Disposal

Waste removal for deep-sea, short-sea, offshore and harbour operations.

Container Shipping

Regular sludge and garbage landings on liner rotations.

Oil, Chemical & Gas Tankers

Oily waste removal that supports vetting inspections.

Bulk Carriers & General Cargo

Sludge and hold-cleaning waste for dry cargo trades.

Offshore Energy & OSV Fleets

Scheduled waste collection for offshore support vessels.

Cruise Ships & Ferries

High-volume garbage removal for passenger vessels.

Tugs, Dredgers & Harbour Craft

Simple, regular collections for harbour craft.

Questions & Answers

Ship Waste Disposal FAQs

Clear answers to the questions ship operators ask us most often.

Q1 What types of ship waste can you arrange to remove?
Sludge, oily bilge water, used oil, oily rags and filters, segregated garbage and, where specialist contractors are available, special waste such as batteries, chemicals and e-waste.
Q2 Will we receive a waste delivery receipt?
Yes. Every delivery is documented with a waste delivery receipt showing the waste type and quantity, which supports your Oil Record Book or Garbage Record Book entries.
Q3 Do you handle advance waste notifications?
Yes. Where a port requires advance notification of waste (for example, ports in the European Union), we help complete and submit it through the agent before arrival.
Q4 Can waste be collected at anchorage?
At many ports, yes, by waste barge or launch. Availability depends on local reception facilities, and we confirm the options with each quote.
Q5 How are disposal charges calculated?
Charges depend on the port, waste type, quantity and collection method; some ports include a fee in port dues. You receive a clear quote before booking.
Connected Capabilities

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Arrange Ship Waste Disposal

Tell us your vessel, port, ETA and waste quantities and OceanicNova will arrange licensed collection with full documentation.

Who we support

  • Shipowners & fleet principals
  • Ship management companies
  • Technical superintendents
  • Ship chandlers & marine distributors
  • Marine purchasing departments

Delivery arrangements depend on the port, vessel position and local regulations.

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