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ECM Regulatory Reference Guide (RRG): new revision available
ECM Regulatory Reference Guide (RRG), First Edition, Revision 7, now available for ECM Clients
Handbook for Environmental Regulatory Compliance, 1st Edition, seventh revision updates rules, regulations and procedures in light of the recent revised regulations introduced or better operational interpretation provided. It is an incomparable reference source for all ship-owners and managers and vessels as well trading in US, Canada, Argentina, Panama and Japan. Read more »
U.S. Coast Guard announces VGP enforcement program
On 9 March the U.S. Coast Guard distributed internal guidance to their field units for monitoring the Vessel General Permit (VGP) requirements for the EPA. The letter provides brief guidance and a checklist to be used during Port State Control examinations on board foreign vessels and inspections on US flagged vessels. This program is in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two organizations. Enforcement of the VGP by the USCG will begin on 11 March, 2011.
U.S. Coast Guard and the Environmental Protection Agency Announce VGP Monitoring Agreement
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has been working with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to develop a framework from where the USCG could monitor the Vessel General Permit (VGP) requirements for the EPA. On Friday, 11 February, 2011, both organizations announced a completed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two government agencies for the USCG to begin monitoring activities.
ECM Regulatory Reference Guide (RRG): new revision available
ECM Regulatory Reference Guide (RRG), First Edition, Revision 6, now available for ECM Clients
Handbook for Environmental Regulatory Compliance, 1st Edition, sixth revision updates rules, regulations and procedures in light of the recent revised regulations introduced or better operational interpretation provided. It is an incomparable reference source for all ship-owners and managers and vessels as well trading in US, Canada, Argentina, Panama and Japan.
Training & Exercise Requirements under OPA 1990 (Tank Vessels)
This October ECM SMT/TTX will conduct several OPA’90 Exercise all over Europe for its clients. An in-depth analysis of training and exercise requirements under OPA’90 for Tank vessels would be an useful tool for reviewing thier compliance with OPA’90 requirements. Read more »
