2nd workshop on HNS in packaged form

This week, EMSA has organised a workshop under the Consultative Technical Group for Marine Pollution Preparedness and Response (CTG MPPR), hosted by the Swedish Coast Guard in Malmö.

The workshop gathered experts from across the EU Member States to focus on how to respond to incidents involving hazardous and noxious substances (HNS) transported in packaged form.  

Member State experts looked at the key principles and methodological steps for risk assessment, as well as initial response actions to be taken when dealing with maritime incidents involving HNS transported in packaged form.  

The workshop also addressed the transport of dangerous and polluting goods according to International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code requirements.

Experts took part in tabletop exercises and practical demonstrations during the workshop and were able to exchange experiences and best practices during the three-day session.