This is becoming a very important issue and Monson Offshore is in regular contact with the various state Fisheries departments and also the Federal Government Department for Bio Fouling in Canberra regarding the latest requirements for vessel hull condition, marine growth and invasive species.

The Australian Government has produced a guide to Biofouling for the Petroleum Production and Exploration Industry. This information is available from the government website, www.ag.gov.au/cca  with additional information on www.marinepests.gov.au