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BFMP Generator

Build a Biofouling Management Plan and Record Book for a specific vessel, structured to IMO MEPC.207(62) and Australian biosecurity requirements, and download it as a print-ready PDF.

Why it matters

Why you need a biofouling management plan

A Biofouling Management Plan (BFMP) sets out how a specific vessel will manage growth on its submerged surfaces: what gets inspected, when, how it gets cleaned, and what gets recorded. Biofouling is one of the main ways invasive species move between ports, which is why regulators now ask to see the plan.

The IMO framework is Resolution MEPC.207(62), which many flag states recommend or require. Australia and New Zealand go further: under their Biosecurity Acts, a compliant BFMP is mandatory for vessels entering their waters.

The IMO guidelines are voluntary internationally and line up with ISO 21070:2017. Having a plan that actually reflects how the vessel operates also cuts fuel burn and reduces the chance of being held up at a port that inspects hulls.

Regulatory compliance

Environmental protection

Lower fuel consumption

Fewer port delays

1 Vessel Details

2 Operating Profile

3 Anti-fouling Systems

4 Management Procedures

5 Generate Plan

Vessel Particulars

Information in this section is required for a compliant Biofouling Management Plan according to IMO guidance.

BFMP Revision Information

Vessel Operating Profile

The operating profile is the basis for AFS selection and operational practices. Complete all fields for compliance with IMO guidance.

Hull & Niche Areas Description

Anti-fouling Coatings (AFC)

Provide details of all anti-fouling coatings applied to the vessel. Add multiple coatings if different types are used on different areas.

IAFS Certificate

Marine Growth Prevention Systems (MGPS)

Provide details of all marine growth prevention systems installed on the vessel.

Installation Details

Inspection & Cleaning Schedules

Specify planned inspection and cleaning schedules for all hull and niche areas.

Biofouling Risk Monitoring & Contingency Planning

Waste Management & Safety Procedures

Crew Training & Familiarization

Biofouling Management Plan Configuration

Review all information before generating your BFMP. The generated plan will comply with IMO guidance and include a Biofouling Record Book template.