Order No. 1542 on prevention of air pollution from ships and platforms.

Subject

Air & atmosphere, Sea, Environment gen.

Keyword

Emissions Air quality/air pollution Pollution control Marine pollution

Geographical area

Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe

Entry into force notes

31 December 2015.

Abstract

This Order applies to Danish ships in Danish and international waters, foreign ships in Danish territorial waters, platforms in Danish territorial waters and the exclusive economic zone, as well as ports specified under article 7. The Order sets regulations regarding the ban of emissions of ozone-depleting substances from ships or platforms including discharge that occurs as part of maintaining, repairing or disposing of systems or equipment. Burning on board of normal operational waste on ships and platforms within Danish territorial waters is only allowed in a licensed incinerator. The Order implements the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL).

Full text

English

Website

www.retsinformation.dk

References - Legislation

Implements

Marine Protection Act (LBK No. 1032 of 2023).

Legislation | Denmark | 1993 (2023)

Keyword: Marine pollution, Pollution control, Basic legislation, Protected area, Oil pollution, EEZ-Exclusive Economic Zone, Maritime zone, Marine area

Source: FAO, FAOLEX