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S.D. Circular No. 7 & 8 of 2003 - Clarification regarding.
Applicable to:
Foreign and Indian flag vessels on international voyages
Effective Date:
01st April, 2004
Superseded Circulars:
SD Circular No. 7 & 8 of 2003
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Age Restrictions
The circular applies to crude oil carriers and product tankers, restricting their age for international voyages.
- Applicable Vessels: Crude oil tankers and product tankers
- Excluded Vessels: Gas carriers and dedicated chemicals tankers
2. Classification Societies
All crude oil tankers and product tankers should be classed with a full member of IACS or IRS.
- Acceptable Classification Societies: Full members of IACS or IRS
Important Note
Any vessel under the purview of the circular calling at Indian Ports from 01st April, 2004 onwards must comply with the stipulations.
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