Japan Has New Ship Insurance Requirement
The Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport issued a Notice stating that, effective 1 March 2005, non-tank vessels over 100 gross tons must have P&I insurance coverage…
Marine Debris Research Prevention and Reduction Act
Senator Inouye (D-HI) introduced the Marine Debris Research Prevention and Reduction Act (S. 362) to establish a program within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric…
New Requirement of Separator System Inspection
The U.S. Coast Guard issued guidance on new requirements for oily water monitoring and separator systems installed on ships after 1 January 2005. The guidance also…
Single-Hull Phase Out Guidelines Accelerated
The U.S. Coast Guard issued guidance regarding the impact of accelerated single hull tanker phase-out dates and voluntary compliance with the Condition Assessment Scheme by U.S. tank vessels. The U.S.
Submarine Power Cable Repair Project
The Minerals Management Service (MMS) issued a Notice stating that it has prepared an environmental assessment and finding of no significant impact for the planned…
New Rules for Oil Spill Compensation Enter Force
Increased levels of compensation will be available for victims of oil pollution from oil tanker accidents on 3 March 2005 with the entry into force of the 2003 Protocol…
Pier 11 Set for Destruction
Norfolk. today; the total contract amount is not to exceed $91,552,110. performed in Norfolk, Va., and is expected to be completed by April 2008. funds will not…
