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Established to ensure compliance of various international regulations by merchant vessels engaged in international trades. |
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Established by the maritime administration of a country in whose port the vessel is in. |
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They are empowered to inspect the foreign ships in their ports. |
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They can detain substandard ships. |
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They can check operational procedures. |
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They can verify competency of officers or crews. |
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They are to verify that the condition of the ship & its equipments comply with the requirements. |
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They back flag state. |
Updated: 21-Sep-2007