Hong Kong Merchant Shipping Information Note
The Marine Department of Hong Kong issues Merchant Shipping Note regarding Special Requirements for the use or carriage of oils in the Antarctic Area as follows:
This Note advises that a new Chapter 9 to MARPOL Annex I – “Special requirements for the use or carriage of oils in the Antarctic Area” enters into force internationally on 1 August 2011.
1. On 26 March 2010, Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) of the International Maritime Organization had adopted, by Resolutions MEPC.189(60), a new Chapter 9 — “Special requirements for the use or carriage of oils in the Antarctic Area” to MARPOL Annex I. The amendment comes into force on 1 August 2011.
2. The resolution MEPC.189(60) can be found as attachment to this Note on the webpage of Marine Department ( http://www.mardep.gov.hk ).
3. All parties concerned are advised to note the information provided in the document and act accordingly.
Source: Hong Kong Marine Department