Lawyer warns seafarers of risk of ballast water falsification

Wed, 05/23/2018 - 07:28 — helmsman

Lawyer warns of risk of ballast water falsification
NIKLAS KRIGSLUND 22.05.18

There is a risk that some seafarers could resort to falsification of ballast water records in the US if shipowners fail to train them properly, warns a lawyer with extensive experience in environmental matter. This could result in large fines and prison sentences