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Topic 4 · Blue Flag 2027

Pollution Prevention and Environmental Management

The direct heir to “Water Quality” + “Environmental Management” in the current scheme, far more broken down.

Applies to B M TB STV

What changes

Bilge water management, microplastics, a responsible chemical purchasing policy, and an entire new subgroup on air, noise and light pollution appear as their own criteria.

What stays the same

Water quality sampling, wastewater and sewage management, sanitary facilities, drinking water, site cleanliness, waste management and recycling, hazardous waste, single-use plastics, smoking/vaping policy.

Why it matters

The topic that will demand the most additional documentation at the next audit.

Source: Blue Flag Certification Scheme – Draft Requirements, final draft, FEE International, 17 June 2026.