News from the NMA
Torstein Hagen’s brand new cruise ship “Viking Jupiter” was registered in the Norwegian International Ship Register («NIS”) on Wednesday 7 February at 10.00 hrs. That was his sixth in line of newbuildings for the Norwegian flag.
All seafarer’s doctors who were approved by Norwegian authorities prior to 1 July 2014 are required to complete a basic course for NMA seafarer’s doctors and to implement a quality system within 1 July 2019.
The entry into force of the new legislation was originally planned for 1 January 2019. As the consultation has to comply with the EU time limit requirements, the entry into force of the new legislation will be a little delayed and is now scheduled for the end of February 2019.
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From 1 January, shipowners who want to scrap their old ships must comply with stricter legislation. The purpose is to protect the environment against on-board hazardous materials and substances, but also to ensure the health and safety of workers engaged in ship-breaking activities.
New legislation intended to reduce emissions and discharges in the world heritage fjords was circulated for review this spring. In order to further reduce the environmental strain in the world heritage fjords, the Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) now proposes even stricter regulations. The proposed amendments will be circulated for review today, with a six week deadline for comments.