Waste Reception Services for FSRU Alexandroupolis
North Aegean Slops S.A. is honored to serve as the exclusive waste reception facility for solid waste of the Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) at Alexandroupolis, Greece, operated by Gastrade S.A. Our scope of work encompasses the exclusive execution of receipt, collection, transportation, and disposal of solid waste generated by the FSRU operations.
We adhere strictly to the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL 73/78), ensuring full compliance with international environmental and maritime standards.
Scope of Waste Management Under MARPOL 73/78
Our services include the management of waste categories as classified under MARPOL Annexes, ensuring environmentally responsible handling of:
ANNEX I – Oil
- Oily (non-pumpable) residues such as engine sludges and other solid mineral oils produced by ship operations and maintenance.
ANNEX III – Harmful Substances in Packaged Form
- Packaged hazardous substances requiring safe handling, transport, and disposal to prevent environmental harm.
ANNEX V – Garbage
- Plastics: Including packaging materials, discarded plastic products, and microplastics.
- Food Waste: Generated from onboard catering and other operational activities.
- Domestic Waste: Non-recyclable everyday waste from onboard operations.
- Cooking Oil: Used and waste oils from galley operations.
- Furnace Ashes: Residues from shipboard incinerators.
- Operational Waste: Materials discarded during normal ship operations.
- Animal Carcasses: Managed in compliance with health and environmental regulations.
- Fishing Equipment: Discarded nets, lines, and other related waste.
- Electrical and Electronic Waste: End-of-life electronic components and equipment.
- Non-Hazardous Cargo Residues: Residues left after cargo unloading.
- Hazardous Cargo Residues: Substances requiring specialized handling and disposal.
ANNEX VI – Ozone-Depleting Substances
- Residues from air emission cleaning systems and other waste generated to mitigate ship emissions.
Our Commitment to Excellence
By managing the above waste categories, North Aegean Slops S.A. ensures the seamless integration of the FSRU operations with Greece’s commitment to sustainable development. Our services safeguard compliance with:
- MARPOL 73/78 Annexes.
- Port State Control requirements.
- Greek national and European Union waste management regulations.
End-to-End Waste Management Services
- 24/7/365 Receipt and Collection: From the FSRU, using efficient and environmentally sound methods.
- Transport: Safe transfer of waste materials to our licensed facilities.
- Segregation and Processing: Sorting waste to maximize recycling potential and minimize environmental impact.
- Environmentally Responsible Disposal: Final disposal in compliance with international standards.
- Reporting and Documentation: Full transparency through MARPOL-compliant records.
With our dedicated efforts, we provide comprehensive, compliant, and environmentally responsible waste management solutions for the Alexandroupolis FSRU.
Contact us today to learn more about how we can support your maritime operations with efficient and eco-friendly waste reception services.
