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Shipbreaking in the developing world: problems and prospects.

Peter Rousmaniere1, Nikhil Raj

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The global shipping industry exports hazardous shipbreaking waste to developing nations, creating significant occupational and environmental health risks. Growing global concern and activism are driving momentum for much-needed OEH reforms in ship dismantling.

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational and Environmental Health (OEH)
  • Global Environmental Policy
  • Marine Decommissioning

Background:

  • The global shipping industry utilizes developing nations for shipbreaking, avoiding stringent hazardous waste regulations in developed countries.
  • Shipbreaking, primarily in India and Bangladesh, poses substantial occupational and environmental health risks.
  • Concerns over these risks emerged in the late 1990s, fueling activism for reform.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent advancements in understanding the OEH risks associated with shipbreaking.
  • To examine emerging proposals for controlling these identified risks.
  • To address the growing momentum for global and domestic OEH reforms in the maritime sector.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent studies on shipbreaking OEH risks.
  • Analysis of policy documents and proposals for OEH reform.
  • Synthesis of information on global and domestic activism related to ship dismantling.

Main Results:

  • Significant OEH risks are inherent in dismantling beached ships in developing countries.
  • Characterization of these risks has seen recent developments.
  • Proposals for controlling shipbreaking hazards are gaining traction.

Conclusions:

  • Urgent need for global and domestic OEH reforms in the shipbreaking industry.
  • Activism and increased awareness are key drivers for regulatory change.
  • Effective risk management strategies are crucial for protecting workers and the environment in ship dismantling operations.