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Guidance to vessels navigating in the vicinity of Offshore Development Area (ODA)
Applicable to:
All Merchant Vessels
Effective Date:
29th May, 2014
Superseded Circulars:
None
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Navigational Guidelines
Vessels should navigate well clear of Offshore Development Area (ODA) limits and report their details when in proximity.
- Reported Details: Name, call sign, IMO/MMSI No., position, course, speed, last/next port, reasons for drifting
2. AIS Usage
AIS should be kept "switched on" at all times, except when it may endanger the vessel's safety.
In such cases, inform flag administration and coastal state.
ODA Limits: Mumbai High, Bassein, Heera-Neelam
Important Note
Non-compliance may result in boarding, inspection, and towing out of the ODA area at the vessel's cost and time.
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