05 Oct 12 - 19:52
On 27 October 2012 o regulate all maritime and port activities
A new Merchant Navy Law, which seems to regulate all maritime and port activities in a consistent manner, will enter into force in Angola on 27 October 2012.
Among others, the Merchant Navy Law will govern the following matters:
- navigational, technical and security rules applicable to all vessels operating in Angola;
- registration duties and procedures for national and foreign vessels calling in Angolan ports;
- licensing and other requirements applicable to marine- and port-related activities, including commercial activities carried out by ship owners and shipping agents; and
- port administration rules and the legal framework applicable to activities carried out there.
Source: GAC Hot Port News Bulletin, www.gac.com/hpn
