MARPOL Annex VI Sample Bottles – 1 L with Security Seals

Loire Marine Supply supplies 1-litre sampling bottles with numbered security seals for fuel samples required under MARPOL Annex VI.

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9/29/2026

MARPOL Annex VI Sample Bottles – 1 L with Security Seals

Loire Marine Supply (LMS) supplies 1-litre sampling bottles with numbered security seals, designed for the fuel oil sample required under MARPOL Annex VI. Based at the port of Montoir-de-Bretagne (FRMTX), France, LMS delivers ship owners, ship managers and chief engineers directly on board, in France and worldwide.

What is MARPOL Annex VI ?

MARPOL Annex VI, adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), covers the prevention of air pollution from ships. Among other things, it sets:

• a global fuel sulphur limit of 0.50% m/m since 1 January 2020;

• a 0.10% m/m limit in Emission Control Areas (ECAs): English Channel, North Sea, Baltic Sea, North America, US Caribbean and, since 1 May 2025, the Mediterranean Sea;

• nitrogen oxide (NOx) emission limits for marine diesel engines;

• energy efficiency and carbon intensity requirements (EEXI, CII, SEEMP).

Why is the MARPOL sample mandatory ?

Every bunker delivery must come with a Bunker Delivery Note (BDN) and a representative sample of the fuel delivered, sealed and signed. This "MARPOL sample" is kept on board, under the ship's control, for at least 12 months after delivery.

The sample can be requested during a Port State Control inspection. A missing, badly sealed or unidentifiable sample exposes the ship to detention, fines and commercial disputes with the bunker supplier.

Our 1 L MARPOL sample bottles

• 1 litre capacity: a volume suited to MARPOL sample requirements.

• Numbered security seals: proof of integrity and tamper evidence, with a number to record on the BDN.

• Storage on board: suitable for keeping throughout the regulatory retention period.

• Shipping to laboratories: ready to be sent for analysis in case of inspection or dispute.

Numbered security seal for MARPOL sample bottle
Numbered security seal for MARPOL sample bottle
1 litre MARPOL sample bottle – Loire Marine Supply
1 litre MARPOL sample bottle – Loire Marine Supply
Delivered on board from Montoir-de-Bretagne, worldwide

LMS ships its sampling bottles from the port of Montoir-de-Bretagne (FRMTX), in the Loire estuary, France. We deliver on board during your calls at Saint-Nazaire and Montoir, and ship worldwide to the port or address of your choice.

The bottles can be added to your ship supply and technical stores orders, for a single delivery.

Request a quote

To receive a price offer, simply let us know the number of bottles required and the delivery port or address.

Email: sales@loiremarinesupply.com · Phone: +33 2 40 24 30 56

Loire Marine Supply – maritime and offshore technical supplier, port of Montoir-de-Bretagne (FRMTX), France.

Frequently asked questions

How much fuel should a MARPOL sample contain?

IMO guidelines (resolution MEPC.182(59)) call for at least 400 ml. Our 1-litre bottles give a comfortable margin.

How long must the MARPOL sample be kept?

At least 12 months after the fuel delivery, under the ship's control. The BDN is kept for 3 years.

What is the numbered security seal for?

It proves the sample has not been opened after sampling. Its number is written on the BDN and on the bottle label.

Do you deliver outside France?

Yes. LMS ships from Montoir-de-Bretagne to any port or address worldwide.

How do I order?

Send the number of bottles required and the delivery port or address to sales@loiremarinesupply.com. We will reply with a price offer.

Contact Info

Quality marine systems and specialized equipment.

Adresse : 817 kerampion 44410 SAINT LYPHARD

Tel : +33 (2) 40 24 30 56

Email : sales@loiremarinesupply.com

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