Eurobulk Ordered to Pay $1.5M in Fines After Guilty Plea in MARPOL Case

Eurobulk, a Greek shipping company, has become the latest to plead guilty in the continuing U.S. enforcement efforts to prevent pollution from ships. The company pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Texas on Wednesday, January 29, and was ordered to pay a total of $1.5 million and serve a four-year probation.

“This outcome directly reflects our dedication to holding those who violate laws designed to prevent pollution of the marine environment accountable,” said Rear Admiral David Barata, commander of the USGC’s…