S.L. 234.33 Art. 5Disposal of garbage within special areas.

(1) The disposal into the sea within special areas, of any garbage other than food wastes is prohibited.

(2) The disposal of food wastes into the sea within a special area is prohibited except where it is made as far as practicable from land but in any case not less than twelve miles from the nearest land.

(3) Before entering the Antarctic area, Maltese ships shall have sufficient capacity on board for the retention of all garbage while operating in the area and shall have concluded arrangements to discharge garbage at a reception facility after leaving the area.

(4) When the garbage is mixed with other discharges having different disposal or discharge requirements under Maltese law or under MARPOL 73/78, the more stringent requirements shall apply.