Ships operating between different regions often carry in their tanks a combination of ballast water from various ports — and with it, a mixture of microorganisms and marine species from different ecosystems.
When deballasting, this water is discharged at the destination port, potentially introducing non-native exotic species into the new environment. The risk becomes critical when these species become invasive, reproducing uncontrollably and causing severe environmental impacts, such as:

• Damage to local marine biodiversity.
• Ecological imbalances.
• Social and economic consequences, especially for coastal communities and productive sectors.

To prevent this damage, periodic ballast water analysis is essential. This monitoring ensures that Ballast Water Management Systems (BWMS) are operating effectively and in compliance with the requirements established by the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships’ Ballast Water and Sediments (Ballast Water Convention).
Lan Maritime Lab offers a complete and customized solution for ballast water monitoring, including:

• Accurate sample collection and analysis.
• Compliance with IMO D-2 standard and the requirements of the Vessel General Permit (VGP).
• Fast delivery of results with a high degree of technical reliability.

Our commitment is to ensure that our clients’ operations are in full environmental compliance, promoting the protection of marine ecosystems and the sustainability of trade routes.