Bahamas Requirements

IMO Resolution MEPC.369(80) amends the format of the Ballast Water Record Book, as provided in Appendix II to the BWM Convention, and enters into force on 01 February
2025.

The revised format of the Ballast Water Record Book expands the items to be recorded and changes the existing item numbers to a code letter and item number, similar to
other Record Books.

In order to prepare for the transition to the “new” format, the BMA has created new Record Books in the format specified in MEPC.369(80). The new Ballast Water Record
Books (V 3.1 dated May 2024) are available for purchase from the BMA publications section. Please refer to BMA Marine Notice 51.