Legal Update: China - Measures for Supervision and Management of Ship Ballast Water and Sediment - in force from 22 January, 2019
We would like to draw Members’ attention to the attached Circular PNI1902 - Measures for Supervision and Management of Ship Ballast Water and Sediment received from the Club’s local correspondents in China, Huatai Insurance Agency & Consultant Service Ltd.
The said measures came into force on 22 January. It is important that Members familiarise themselves with these measures prior to Members’ vessels proceeding to, or transiting through, Chinese waters.
If Members have any questions relating to these measures, please do not hesitate to get in touch with your usual Club contact who will be pleased to assist you.
The UK Club have received the following update from our local correspondents Huatai Insurance Agency & Consultant Service Ltd regarding guidelines for supervision and management of air pollutant emissions.
Navigation restrictions around the Miaodao Archipelago are published on ECDIS, and navigation warnings and notices are issued to mariners sailing in the region.
