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Notification for Construction, Survey, Certification and Operation of Indian Coastal Vessels.
Key Changes and Requirements
1. New Rules for Indian Coastal Vessels
The DGS Order introduces new rules for the construction, survey, certification, and operation of Indian coastal vessels to encourage coastal shipping expansion and promote shipbuilding.
- Key Changes: Modification of rules applicable to coastal ships without compromising safety to reduce operational and construction costs.
2. Annexes and Requirements
The order includes 13 annexes detailing various requirements, including safe manning, construction rules, prevention of collisions, life-saving appliances, fire fighting appliances, radio communications, safety of navigation, survey and certification, prevention of pollution, domestic safety management, ship security, and carriage of cargoes.
- Compliance: Companies must comply with the requirements outlined in the relevant annexes.
Non-compliance with these rules may result in penalties and operational restrictions. Ensure your company adheres to the new requirements to avoid any disruptions in operations.
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