This circular is to inform concerned and interested parties about ballast management requirements and guidelines applicable in the ROPME Sea Area. It is intended to provide relevant guidance to our clients transiting or operating in this area.

The ROPME Sea Area (RSA) comprises the Kingdom of Bahrain, Islamic Republic of Iran, Republic of Iraq, State of Kuwait, Sultanate of Oman, State of Qatar, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Reference is made to IMO MEPC 59/INF.3 dated 2 February 2009.