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The Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems Association (EGCSA) has launched a new training course to address SOx emission technology.

The entry into force of MARPOL Annex VI has created a significant amount of new regulation covering emissions to air from ships. In particular, in relation to the reduction of SOx emissions via sulphur limits on marine fuels.

"As Annex VI allows alternative methods to achieve equivalent results, we are also likely to see the widespread adoption of exhaust gas after-treatment technology as a means of compliance," EGCSA said.

For shipowners, the implications of the soon to be implemented sulphur limit reductions are important. Of particular importance is the storage of multiple fuel grades on board ship and fuel costs.

"It is critical that shipowners develop their strategic plans today, in order to meet the impending compliance requirements in 2015 and 2020. But developing such strategic plans is not without difficulty," the EGCSA said.

The EGCSA course will cover key issues, includgin legal aspects, technical solutions, mitigating risks and preparing the business case.

It is due to take place at Brunel University, near to London's Heathrow Airport, from April 30th to May 2nd.