The Skuld P&I Club has issued Advisory regarding the recent changes in air emissions whch have been taken place in Dubai. The government of Dubai issued a statement on 2 July 2014 calling all vessels to ensure strict compliance with its rules on air emissions while in port. All vessels calling DP World/ PCFC ports in Dubai are required to comply with the local PCFC-EHS Ports and Maritime Regulations in addition to the IMO Marpol Annex VI Regulations in an effort to curb air pollution in the area.
The statement issued advises vessels to refrain from unsafe practices causing air pollution such as:
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Any contravention to these requirements may result in the imposition of appropriate sanctions including fines. In addition, all vessels are reminded to maintain their engines and other equipment in good conditions so as to prevent the possibility of environmental pollution. All vessels are also reminded to ensure their IAPP (International Air Pollution Prevention) certificate is valid in all aspects.
Source: The Skuld P&I Club
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