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Resolutions, Amendments to Resolutions, Guidelines, Interim Guidelines and Unified Interpretations Adopted/Approved by the 59th Session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 59) of IMO and Circulars.
Applicable to:
Ship owners/operators of vessels exclusively operating in Indian coast
Effective Date:
31.03.2009
Superseded Circulars:
Engineering Circular No. 95/2008
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Extension of Compliance Deadline
A second and final extension of six months is granted for compliance with Annex IV of MARPOL 73/78. The extension period ends on 15th July 2009 at the latest.
- Extension Period: Six months from the last extension granted or until the vessel's next scheduled dry-docking, whichever is earlier.
- Final Deadline: 15th July 2009
2. Compliance Obligations
All vessels must comply with Annex IV of MARPOL 73/78 and possess a valid Sewage Pollution Prevention Certificate by 15th July 2009.
- Compliance: All vessels must comply with Annex IV requirements
- Certificate: A valid Sewage Pollution Prevention Certificate must be obtained
Exemption: No exemption or further extension for vessels 400 GT or above, or less than 400 GT but carrying more than 15 persons.
Important Note
Non-compliance may result in vessel detention and cancellation of trading license.
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