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Implementation of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006-retification and enforcement-reg.
Applicable to:
Indian flag ships and companies
Effective Date:
09.10.16
Superseded Circulars:
MS Notices 7, 11, 15, and 27 of 2013
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Existing Compliance — MLC-2006
Indian flag ships with valid 'Statements of Compliance' (SoC) issued before 09.10.16 are deemed to have 'Maritime Labour Certificates' until their SoC expires or by 09.10.17.
2. Action Required — MLC-2006
All Indian flag ships must obtain a fresh 'Maritime Labour Certificate' within one year from 09.10.16 or before their existing SoC expires, whichever is earlier.
- Process: Follow the separate Merchant Shipping Notice issued by the Directorate General of Shipping.
MLC-2006 Ratification and Enforcement
Important Note
Non-compliance may result in ships being detained and facing penalties under the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958.
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