Port and Navigation Law.

Subject

Sea, Water, Environment gen.

Keyword

Marine pollution Harbour Navigation Authorization/permit Royalties/fees Freshwater pollution Pollution control

Geographical area

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

Abstract

The provisions of the present Law and all resulting Ordinances apply to the harbour of Hamburg. As far there is no other regulation they are also applicable to bordering waterways. The first Part of the text deals with general provisions, such as sphere of application, definition of terms, applicable provisions, and public services vehicles. The second Part concerns provisions relating to the use of the harbour, such as general operation of the harbour, authorization to enter and leave the port, pollution and damages, inspection of the port, fees relating to harbour and navigation. The text consists of 24 articles divided into 4 Parts.

Full text

German

Website

www.hamburg.de

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Handling of Hazardous Goods Ordinance – Port Hamburg.

Legislation | Germany | 1996 (2008)

Keyword: Hazardous substances, Harbour, Navigation, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Port Security Law.

Legislation | Germany | 2006 (2013)

Keyword: Harbour, Navigation, Hazardous substances, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Environment Charges Ordinance.

Legislation | Germany | 1995 (2021)

Keyword: Royalties/fees, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Environmental fees/charges, Pollution control, Water charges, Sustainable use

Source: FAO, FAOLEX