PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
November 2025
GreenShip Services Launches National Awareness Program on Safe Ship Recycling & Asbestos Removal Under Government of India Guidelines
For immediate press release date, Place, Bhavnagar, Gujrat, India — 20th November 2025:
GreenShip Services, a leading maritime environmental compliance and hazardous-material management company, has announced a nationwide Awareness Program on Safe Ship Recycling and Asbestos Removal for ship owners, maritime workers, and the general public. Led by maritime compliance specialist Arjun Banerjee, the initiative is designed to promote safer dismantling practices, responsible waste handling, and adherence to the Government of India’s regulatory framework.
The campaign highlights the importance of certified asbestos removal service in India, environmentally responsible dismantling processes, and the legal requirements surrounding hazardous-material documentation such as the Inventory of Hazardous Materials on ship.
Asbestos Abatement is necessary for your health from dust which can cause breathing problems.

Growing Need for Safe Ship Recycling in India
India remains one of the world’s largest global hubs for dismantling end-of-life vessels, with major activities in Alang, Sosiya, Mumbai, and Haldia. As the sector expands, so does the responsibility to ensure worker safety, environmental protection, and compliance with both Indian and international standards.
GreenShip Services emphasizes that safe dismantling is not just a regulatory necessity but a critical step in protecting coastal communities from pollution, toxic exposure, and unsafe work practices. The company continues to strengthen the industry with advanced, certified ship recycling service in India aligned with:
The Recycling of Ships Act, 2019


IMO Hong Kong Convention safety standards


Hazardous Waste (Management & Transboundary Movement) Rules


Labour safety and industrial hygiene regulations



Asbestos Removal: A Critical Safety Priority
Many older ships still contain substantial asbestos in insulation, engine-room fittings, gaskets, heating systems, fireproofing, and deck materials. When these materials are disturbed during cutting or dismantling, microscopic fibers become airborne, creating life-threatening risks for workers.
GreenShip Services’ awareness initiative will educate ship owners and the public on:
Identification of asbestos-containing materials


Safe removal procedures with negative-pressure enclosures


Required PPE and filtration equipment


Safe transport and disposal as per India’s hazardous-waste rules


Worker health monitoring and exposure recordkeeping


Arjun Banerjee noted, “Every unsafe asbestos removal puts workers and surrounding communities at risk. Our focus is to ensure safe, compliant, and scientifically managed dismantling under India’s laws.”

Awareness Program Highlight
Throughout November and December 2025, the GreenShip Services campaign will include:
1. Technical Workshops for Ship Owners & Yard Operators
Explaining dismantling safety, legal responsibilities, and recycling standards under Indian and IMO guidelines.
2. Public Awareness Sessions
Educating coastal residents about pollution risks, asbestos hazards, and safe waste-handling practices.
3. Training on IHM & Hazardous-Material Compliance
GreenShip Services will demonstrate practical steps for IHM Maintenance in India, ensuring vessels maintain valid certification throughout their operational life.
4. Demonstrations on Safe Asbestos Removal
Live sessions showing protective enclosures, monitoring equipment, and disposal procedures.
5. Legal Compliance Kits for Ship Owners
Guides for preparing vessels for recycling and meeting all requirements for the Inventory of Hazardous Materials on ship.

IHM Maintenance & Compliance Support
With increasing enforcement of the Recycling of Ships Act and Hong Kong Convention standards, maintaining a complete, accurate hazard inventory has become mandatory. GreenShip Services provides support for:
Initial IHM surveys


Annual IHM updates


Material sampling


Hazard tracking throughout a vessel’s lifecycle


These services help ship owners avoid penalties, improve sustainability ratings, and meet international port requirements.

About GreenShip Services
GreenShip Services is an environmental and maritime compliance organization providing end-to-end solutions in asbestos abatement, hazardous-material surveying, ship recycling documentation, IHM certification, and sustainable dismantling practices. Led by Arjun Banerjee, the company works closely with Indian shipyards, global vessel operators, and regulatory authorities to promote a safer, cleaner maritime industry.

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