{"id":15330,"date":"2024-08-20T08:30:02","date_gmt":"2024-08-20T06:30:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tma.es\/?p=15330"},"modified":"2024-12-24T10:44:19","modified_gmt":"2024-12-24T08:44:19","slug":"gestion-de-residuos-marpol-puerto-de-barcelona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/gestion-de-residuos-marpol-puerto-de-barcelona\/","title":{"rendered":"Commitment to MARPOL waste management also at World Water Week"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the framework of World Water Week, which takes place from 20 to 24 August, we would like to highlight <strong>our dedication to MARPOL (Marine Pollution) waste management in the Port of Barcelona<\/strong>. <strong>Our plant is specialised in the collection and treatment of waste from ships and cruise ships, with the commitment to protect our oceans and promote sustainability under the Zero Waste philosophy.<\/strong> In this article we explain our services, the different types of MARPOL waste we manage and the positive impact we have on the environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contenido del art\u00edculo<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #696969;color:#696969\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/gestion-de-residuos-marpol-puerto-de-barcelona\/#OUR_MARPOL_FLEET_FOR_THE_MANAGEMENT_OF_WASTE_FROM_SHIPS_AND_CRUISE_SHIPS\" title=\"OUR MARPOL FLEET FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF WASTE FROM SHIPS AND CRUISE SHIPS\">OUR MARPOL FLEET FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF WASTE FROM SHIPS AND CRUISE SHIPS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/gestion-de-residuos-marpol-puerto-de-barcelona\/#COMMITMENT_TO_SUSTAINABILITY_AND_PROTECTION_OF_THE_OCEAN\" title=\"COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY AND PROTECTION OF THE OCEAN\">COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY AND PROTECTION OF THE OCEAN<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/gestion-de-residuos-marpol-puerto-de-barcelona\/#FUTURE_OUTLOOK_FOR_MARPOL_WASTE\" title=\"FUTURE OUTLOOK FOR MARPOL WASTE\">FUTURE OUTLOOK FOR MARPOL WASTE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/gestion-de-residuos-marpol-puerto-de-barcelona\/#ZERO_WASTE_PHILOSOPHY_IN_MARPOL_WASTE_MANAGEMENT\" title=\"ZERO WASTE PHILOSOPHY IN MARPOL WASTE MANAGEMENT\">ZERO WASTE PHILOSOPHY IN MARPOL WASTE MANAGEMENT<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MARPOL_WASTE_MANAGEMENT_SERVICES_IN_THE_PORT_OF_BARCELONA\"><\/span><strong>MARPOL WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES IN THE PORT OF BARCELONA<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our plant in the Port of Barcelona is equipped to handle all types of waste classified according to the IMO MARPOL 73\/78 convention. <strong>We specialise in waste from ships and cruise ships,<\/strong> ensuring proper and sustainable treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15316 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/semana-mundial-agua-marpol-8-300x183.png\" alt=\"Planta MARPOL de TMA, en el Puerto de Barcelona\" width=\"600\" height=\"367\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/semana-mundial-agua-marpol-8-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/semana-mundial-agua-marpol-8-768x469.png 768w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/semana-mundial-agua-marpol-8-700x428.png 700w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/semana-mundial-agua-marpol-8.png 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/367;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>MARPOL I: OILY WASTE<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Types of oily waste:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Type A:<\/strong> crude oil cargo residues and ballast water affected by crude oil.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Type B:<\/strong> oily residues from hydrocarbon cargo other than crude oil.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Type C:<\/strong> sludge, bilge water and oily residues from the engine rooms and purification equipment of ships.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>MARPOL IV: STAINLESS WATER<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Types of dirty water:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These waters include those from toilets, kitchens, general cleaning, medical dispensaries, etc., and are not considered dangerous.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>MARPOL V: SOLID WASTE<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Types of solid waste:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Plastics, packaging, paper, cardboard, glass, organic and wood<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Basic waste<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Hazardous waste:<\/strong> absorbents, batteries, fluorescent lights, paint residues\u2026<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The treatment of this MARPOL waste focuses on valorisation, promoting recycling and reuse to minimise the environmental impact.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>MARPOL VI: GAS CLEANING WASTE<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Types of gas cleaning waste:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This MARPOL waste includes waste water from the combustion gas cleaning systems (scrubbers) of ships.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"OUR_MARPOL_FLEET_FOR_THE_MANAGEMENT_OF_WASTE_FROM_SHIPS_AND_CRUISE_SHIPS\"><\/span><strong>OUR MARPOL FLEET FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF WASTE FROM SHIPS AND CRUISE SHIPS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>We have more than 250 vehicles<\/strong>, a large fleet equipped with the latest technological advances, with which we can offer a fast and personalised service.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The fleet is equipped with a geolocation system that, through the use of mobile devices, allows monitoring the status of all operational services in real time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-15313 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/semana-mundial-agua-marpol-9-300x183.png\" alt=\"Flota MARPOL TMA Puerto de Barcelona\" width=\"500\" height=\"306\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/semana-mundial-agua-marpol-9-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/semana-mundial-agua-marpol-9-768x469.png 768w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/semana-mundial-agua-marpol-9-700x428.png 700w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/semana-mundial-agua-marpol-9.png 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/306;\" \/> <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tanker Trucks<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are suction-drive vehicles equipped with <strong>the latest technological advances for technical cleaning and unclogging<\/strong> that we use for the collection of MARPOL I waste.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They transport harmless, toxic or dangerous liquids (TPC\/ADR).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Capacity of 2, 7, 22 and 28 m3.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hooklifts<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are used for the collection of MARPOL V waste. The waste is loaded on pallets by type of waste and transported to our plant in the Port of Barcelona to be recovered.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15310 alignright lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/semana-mundial-agua-marpol-7-300x183.png\" alt=\"Flota mar\u00edtima Gabarras MARPOL TMA\" width=\"500\" height=\"306\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/semana-mundial-agua-marpol-7-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/semana-mundial-agua-marpol-7-768x469.png 768w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/semana-mundial-agua-marpol-7-700x428.png 700w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/semana-mundial-agua-marpol-7.png 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/306;\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Vessels<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We have 2 vessels for the collection of MARPOL waste, equipped with the latest technology:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Barge JAK UNO:<\/strong> intended for the collection of hydrocarbon waste, bilge water and similar MARPOL I waste.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It has a storage capacity of 230 m3 of oily liquids.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Barge JAK DOS:<\/strong> intended for the collection of general waste and recoverable materials (MARPOL V), as its main activity, with versatility for the management of other MARPOL waste. It has a storage capacity of 32.5 m3 of oily liquids.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"COMMITMENT_TO_SUSTAINABILITY_AND_PROTECTION_OF_THE_OCEAN\"><\/span><strong>COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY AND PROTECTION OF THE OCEAN<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Our commitment to protecting the oceans is reflected in our daily operations.<\/strong> Through comprehensive MARPOL waste management, we work to minimise the environmental impact of ships and cruise ships visiting the Port of Barcelona. Our Zero Waste philosophy guides us through every step of the process, <strong>ensuring that each waste is managed responsibly and sustainably.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FUTURE_OUTLOOK_FOR_MARPOL_WASTE\"><\/span><strong>FUTURE OUTLOOK FOR MARPOL WASTE<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the cruise industry constantly growing and the number of tourists opting for this mode of travel increasing, our work becomes even more crucial. Some studies predict that global cruise capacity will increase by 10% by 2028. This growth not only increases the number of visitors and the economic impact, but also the amount of waste generated, which presents a significant challenge for MARPOL waste management.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we move towards a future with increased cruise capacity, at TMA we are committed to continuing to improve our techniques and processes to handle this waste even more efficiently and sustainably. Investing in new technologies and treatment methods <strong>will allow us to maintain our leadership in MARPOL waste management and continue to contribute to the protection of the marine environment.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ZERO_WASTE_PHILOSOPHY_IN_MARPOL_WASTE_MANAGEMENT\"><\/span><strong>ZERO WASTE PHILOSOPHY IN MARPOL WASTE MANAGEMENT<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This World Water Week, we reaffirm our commitment to responsible MARPOL waste management at the Port of Barcelona. Our dedication to protecting the oceans and promoting sustainability is reflected in every aspect of our operations. With a Zero Waste philosophy and a comprehensive approach to waste treatment, <strong>we continue to work to minimize environmental impact and foster a more sustainable cruise industry.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>We take care of our clients and we take care of the environment.<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>We are much more than comprehensive waste management.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do you need efficient waste management or more information about the services we offer at TMA?<\/strong> Write to us at comercial@tma.es and we will be happy to provide you with a personalized proposal, fully adapted to your needs.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Discover our comprehensive <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/non-hazardous-waste\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Waste Management Services<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Follow us on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/tma-tecnologia-medio-ambiente\/?viewAsMember=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>TMA&#8217;s LinkedIn<\/strong><\/a>. 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