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Requirements for Indian Flag vessels calling Indian Offshore Facilities
Applicable to:
Indian Flag vessels operating in Indian Offshore Facilities
Effective Date:
Immediate
Superseded Circulars:
None
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Vessel Compliance Requirements
All Indian Flag vessels operating in Indian Offshore Facilities must comply with the following:
- Valid Statutory Certificates: All applicable certificates (including insurance and class) and trading license must remain valid during stay in Indian coastal waters.
- Minimum Safe Manning: The vessel must be manned according to the applicable 'Minimum Safe Manning Document' during its stay at the offshore facility and Indian coastal waters.
2. Compliance Verification
The vessel operator must submit documents to the offshore facility operator to ensure compliance with the above requirements.
Compliance must be checked each time the vessel enters the port or offshore facility. If the vessel stays for more than a month, compliance must be re-checked monthly.
Important Note
Non-compliance may result in vessel detention and legal action.
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