Minimum sludge-tank capacity per MARPOL Annex I Reg. 12.1 - based on daily fuel consumption and voyage length between ports of sludge landing.
Formula
$$ V_{sludge} = K \cdot C \cdot d $$
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $K$ | MARPOL K-factor | - | Annex I Reg. 12.1 |
| $C$ | Daily fuel consumption | t/day | engine log |
| $d$ | Days between disposals | days | voyage plan |
Sources
- MARPOL Annex I Reg. 12.1.