Petroleum (Marine Loading and Off Loading Operations) Rules, 2018.

Subject

Energy, Environment gen., Sea

Keyword

Authorization/permit Marine area Offences/penalties Oil Royalties/fees Transport/storage Early warning system Oil pollution Processing/handling Protection of environment Marine pollution

Geographical area

Africa, Eastern Africa, Least Developed Countries

Abstract

These Rules (made under section 259-3 of the national Petroleum Act) shall regulate the activities of petroleum marine loading and offloading operations and related matters in Mainland Tanzania. This text is divided into ten thematic parts, as follows: I. Preliminary provisions; II. Application for a construction approval; III. Licensing procedures; IV. Obligations of a licencee; V. Procedures for loading and offloading operations; VI. Financial provisions; VII. Environmental protection; VIII. Technical provisions; IX. Penalties and remedial measures; X. General provisions. Topics here covered are also regarding fees and related charges, maintenance of records, provision and disclosure of information, offences and compensation, sanctions for violation of environmental Laws, preparation of an Emergency Preparedness Plan, fire precaution rules.

Full text

English

Website

www.ewura.go.tz

References - Legislation

Implements

Petroleum Act, 2008 (No. 4 of 2008).

Legislation | United Republic of Tanzania | 2008

Keyword: Energy conservation/energy production, Oil, Institution, Biofuel, Plant production, Crops/grasses

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Petroleum Act 2015.

Legislation | United Republic of Tanzania | 2015

Keyword: Authorization/permit, Exploration, Natural gas, Oil, Pollution control, Contract/agreement, Procedural matters, Protection of environment, Public participation, Survey/mapping, Royalties/fees, Basic legislation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX