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Utilization of Centralized Port Reception Facility Portal: Swachh sagar-reg
Applicable to:
Indian ports and ships (Indian & foreign flag)
Effective Date:
19th November 2018 or 1st December 2018, whichever is earlier
Superseded Circulars:
None mentioned
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Swachh Sagar Web Portal — Centralized Port Reception Facility
The Directorate General of Shipping has developed an online portal, Swachh Sagar, to facilitate ships and improve port reception service delivery.
- Key Features: Advance notification, vendor connection, waste tracking, and complaint lodging.
2. Ship Requirements
All ships visiting Indian ports or anchorages must:
- Access the portal and provide waste inventory details, regardless of reception facility needs.
- Request port reception facilities preferably 24 hours prior to arrival.
- Update details weekly if anchored.
3. Port Requirements
Ports must:
- Create an admin page and issue user IDs and passwords to approved vendors.
- Monitor vendor performance and complaints.
- Deny entry to non-compliant ships from 1st December 2018.
Annexure I List of Compliant Ports
Important Note
Non-compliance may result in denied port entry. All ships and ports are advised to ensure compliance.
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