Providing guidance on anchorages for vessels in Dubai waters
The Republic of the Marshall Islands issued a Marine Safety Advisory No. 68-11 referring to all Regional Marine Safety Offices, Nautical Inspectors, Masters, Owners and Agents for Dubai Anchorages Regulation.
Dubai Maritime City Authority has issued a Maritime Bulletin (DMCAMB0111) titled Dubai Anchorages Regulation (attached) to provide guidance on anchorages for vessels in Dubai waters which extends to the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).
All vessels flying all flags are required to follow the updated regulations published there in effective immediately. However, to allow everyone to get used to the new rule, the DMCA will not actively enforce fees, fines, etc. until effective 1 August 2011.
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Source: Republic of the Marshall Islands