The Myth: Holes are drilled at the bottom of the tanks to discharge bilge water and waste oil from the beached vessel. The Reality: International Maritime Organization (IMO), in its resolution MEPC 210 (63), mentions that residual oil tanks should be protected against leakage, overflow, fire, and other potential accidents. Therefore, HKC Compliant recycling facilities …
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