Abstract:
Marine pollution from ships is a seriousy problem that can threaten the sustainability of
marine ecosystems and have an impact on the sustainability of human life. This research
aims to analyze the implementation of Garbage Management Plan on MT ships. Hafnia
Caterina, and evaluated the suitability of its implementation with the international
regulations of MARPOL 73/78 Annex V. The method used in this research was
qualitative descriptive with a direct observation approach during sea practice, interviews
with ship officers, and documentation of waste management activities on board. The
results of the research showed that the implementation of Garbage Management Plan on
ships has not been running optimally due to the low awareness and understanding of crew
members regarding waste management, limited facilities and capacity of garbage bin, and
lack of familiarization and supervision from ship officers. As a result, there are still
pollution happen because of disposal of any garbage to the sea that are not in accordance
with procedures, such as mixing in garbage bin that plastic waste with food waste and
discharging it directly into the sea. This research recommends increasing education and
routine training for crew members, adding adequate waste management facilities, and
enforcing strict supervision and sanctions. With a more optimal implementation of
Garbage Management Plan, marine pollution by ship waste can be suppressed and the
preservation of the marine environment can be maintained.
