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<p>The increasing volume of global ship traffic and stringent environmental regulations have made ship-generated waste management a critical issue in the maritime industry. The main objective of this study was to examine seminal waste categories according to the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL), treatment techniques, regulatory mechanisms, and technologies that impact waste management in maritime environments. Methodologically, an exhaustive search of various academic databases and scholarly peer-reviewed studies published from 2016 to 2025 was conducted, following strict inclusion and exclusion criteria. Waste management in maritime environments is governed by diverse regimes, from global IMO conventions such as MARPOL to regional agreements tailored to specific seas. National laws implement these standards, often with stricter rules, and individual ships and ports establish their own operational plans. This multilayered approach aims to prevent pollution in various marine spaces. The PRISMA model was used to ensure a clear and strict selection procedure, reducing the original search of 192,965 references to 103 relevant articles. This systematic review examined the various challenges and innovations in waste management on ships and at port facilities. The study results highlight major challenges, such as poor infrastructure at ports, poor waste segregation systems on vessels, and enforceability issues in regulatory protocols, such as MARPOL Annex V. Technological solutions, such as AI-based waste handling systems, waste-to-energy conversion technologies, and automation, are posing themselves as options for enhancing waste handling efficiency. However, the common use of such technologies is impeded by uneven regulations, resource constraints, and a lack of training opportunities. This review calls for increased coordination between shipping companies, port administrators, and technology enablers to improve waste management systems. The findings indicate that a synergistic approach combining policy enhancement, technological innovation, and international collaboration is essential for ensuring sustainable ship-generated waste management practices and reducing environmental threats to marine ecosystems.</p>

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Ship-generated waste management practices, challenges, and innovations onboard and at ports: a systematic review

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    2025年10月8日

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  • Abhijit Arvind Mohite,
  • Emil Mathew

摘要

The increasing volume of global ship traffic and stringent environmental regulations have made ship-generated waste management a critical issue in the maritime industry. The main objective of this study was to examine seminal waste categories according to the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL), treatment techniques, regulatory mechanisms, and technologies that impact waste management in maritime environments. Methodologically, an exhaustive search of various academic databases and scholarly peer-reviewed studies published from 2016 to 2025 was conducted, following strict inclusion and exclusion criteria. Waste management in maritime environments is governed by diverse regimes, from global IMO conventions such as MARPOL to regional agreements tailored to specific seas. National laws implement these standards, often with stricter rules, and individual ships and ports establish their own operational plans. This multilayered approach aims to prevent pollution in various marine spaces. The PRISMA model was used to ensure a clear and strict selection procedure, reducing the original search of 192,965 references to 103 relevant articles. This systematic review examined the various challenges and innovations in waste management on ships and at port facilities. The study results highlight major challenges, such as poor infrastructure at ports, poor waste segregation systems on vessels, and enforceability issues in regulatory protocols, such as MARPOL Annex V. Technological solutions, such as AI-based waste handling systems, waste-to-energy conversion technologies, and automation, are posing themselves as options for enhancing waste handling efficiency. However, the common use of such technologies is impeded by uneven regulations, resource constraints, and a lack of training opportunities. This review calls for increased coordination between shipping companies, port administrators, and technology enablers to improve waste management systems. The findings indicate that a synergistic approach combining policy enhancement, technological innovation, and international collaboration is essential for ensuring sustainable ship-generated waste management practices and reducing environmental threats to marine ecosystems.