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The International Convention for the ______ of Pollution from Ships aims to prevent pollution of the marine environment from ships.
The International Convention for the ______ of Pollution from Ships aims to prevent pollution of the marine environment from ships.
Prevention
The International Convention on ______ Lines establishes minimum freeboard requirements for ships to ensure their safety and stability under various conditions.
The International Convention on ______ Lines establishes minimum freeboard requirements for ships to ensure their safety and stability under various conditions.
Load
The International Convention for the ______ and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments aims to prevent the spread of harmful aquatic organisms and pathogens.
The International Convention for the ______ and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments aims to prevent the spread of harmful aquatic organisms and pathogens.
Control
The International Convention on Civil Liability for ______ Pollution Damage establishes a liability and compensation regime for oil pollution damage caused by tankers.
The International Convention on Civil Liability for ______ Pollution Damage establishes a liability and compensation regime for oil pollution damage caused by tankers.
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The International Convention on the ______ of Harmful Anti-fouling Systems on Ships regulates the use of anti-fouling systems on ships to prevent the release of harmful substances.
The International Convention on the ______ of Harmful Anti-fouling Systems on Ships regulates the use of anti-fouling systems on ships to prevent the release of harmful substances.
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The ______ Convention establishes procedures for the provision of assistance to persons in distress at sea, regardless of nationality or status.
The ______ Convention establishes procedures for the provision of assistance to persons in distress at sea, regardless of nationality or status.
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MARPOL includes ______ covering different types of pollution and sets out requirements for ship design, equipment, and operational practices.
MARPOL includes ______ covering different types of pollution and sets out requirements for ship design, equipment, and operational practices.
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The BWM Convention requires ships to manage their ______ water to minimize the transfer of invasive species.
The BWM Convention requires ships to manage their ______ water to minimize the transfer of invasive species.
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The CLC Convention ensures that victims of ______ pollution incidents receive prompt and adequate compensation.
The CLC Convention ensures that victims of ______ pollution incidents receive prompt and adequate compensation.
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The AFS Convention regulates the use of ______ systems on ships to prevent the release of harmful substances into the marine environment.
The AFS Convention regulates the use of ______ systems on ships to prevent the release of harmful substances into the marine environment.
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Study Notes
United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)
- Adopted in 1982, UNCLOS is a comprehensive treaty regulating all oceanic aspects.
- Comprises 320 articles and nine annexes addressing territorial waters, exclusive economic zones, navigation, marine environment, scientific research, and dispute resolution.
Key Articles of UNCLOS
- Territorial Sea (Article 3): Coastal states can establish a territorial sea extending up to 12 nautical miles from the baseline.
- Exclusive Economic Zone (Article 56): Coastal states have rights and jurisdiction in zones extending up to 200 nautical miles for exploration and resource exploitation.
- Contiguous Zone (Article 33): Extends up to 24 nautical miles from the baseline, allowing limited coastal state control over customs, immigration, and pollution.
- Straits Used for International Navigation (Article 37): Guarantees ships and aircraft the right of transit and innocent passage through international straits.
- Archipelagic States (Article 46): Defines rights and duties for states comprised of groups of islands, including baseline drawing and passage rights.
- High Seas (Article 86): Establishes freedoms of navigation, fishing, overflight, and scientific research in international waters.
- Marine Pollution (Article 194): Obligates states to prevent and control marine pollution and to collaborate during pollution incidents.
- Settlement of Disputes (Article 287): Outlines mechanisms for dispute resolution, including negotiation, arbitration, and judicial settlement via ITLOS.
International Convention on Load Lines
- First adopted in 1966, aimed at ensuring ship safety through regulation of minimum freeboard based on ship dimensions and operational context.
- 1996 Amendments: Entered into force in 2003, consisting of 16 articles addressing safety and compliance.
Key Articles of International Convention on Load Lines
- General Obligations (Article 1): States must ensure compliance with convention provisions for ships flying their flag.
- Application (Article 2): Identifies ship types and sizes that must adhere to load line regulations.
- Exemptions (Article 3): Allows certain exemptions for ships operating under specific conditions.
- Surveys and Certificates (Article 4): Mandates compliance verification through surveys and issuance of load line certificates.
- Marking of Deck Line (Article 5): Specifies marking requirements for indicating assigned freeboard on ships.
- Timber Freeboards (Article 6): Establishes special provisions for ships with timber freeboards.
- Reduced Freeboards (Article 7): Details additional safety requirements for ships assigned reduced freeboards.
- Equivalents (Article 8): Accepts alternative arrangements meeting safety equivalence to convention standards.
- Control Procedures (Article 9): Requires states to establish control procedures for enforcement of load line regulations.
- Casualties (Article 10): Obliges investigation and reporting of maritime casualties to prevent future occurrences.
International Maritime Organization (IMO)
- Responsible for creating and upholding maritime regulations and conventions addressing safety, security, and environmental protection.
Key IMO Conventions
- International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS): Sets minimum safety standards for ship construction, equipment, and operation, including fire safety and lifesaving devices.
- International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW): Establishes training and certification standards to ensure seafarer competence.
- International Convention on Maritime Search and Rescue (SAR): Creates a framework for conducting international search and rescue operations at sea.
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Test your knowledge of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, covering territorial waters, exclusive economic zones, navigation, and more.
