§ 19 Recycling of Ships Act, 2019

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Section 19. Obligations on part of ship owner

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Recycling of Ships Act, 2019
Section number
19

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The Recycling of Ships Act, 2019

19. Obligations on part of ship owner.-

(1) The owner of a ship which is intended to be recycled within the territory of India shall-

(i) give an advance intimation to the Maritime Rescue Co-ordination Centre and the Competent Authority about the date of arrival, in such manner as may be prescribed;

(ii) clear all port dues, if any, upon arriving at the port and submit the documents as specified in the regulations; and

(iii) keep the ship clear of cargo residues and shall minimise any remaining fuel oil and wastes on board.

(2) The owner of a tanker which is intended to be recycled within the territory of India shall fulfil such conditions for safe-for-entry or safe-for-hotwork or both, as specified by the regulations.