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Solomon Islands Maritime Authority Act No. 9 of 2018.

Country/Territory
Solomon Islands
Document type
Legislation
Date
2018
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to establish the Solomon Islands Maritime Authority and for related purposes.
Subject
Environment gen., Fisheries, Sea
Keyword
Marine pollution Maritime zone Fishing vessel Enforcement/compliance Management/conservation Data collection/reporting Hazards Environmental planning Governance Harbour High seas Inspection Institution Marine area Monitoring Navigation Offences/penalties Pollution control Precautionary principle Protection of environment Risk assessment/management Survey/mapping Territorial sea Policy/planning
Geographical area
Asia and the Pacific, Least Developed Countries, Melanesia, Oceania, Small Island Developing States, South Pacific
Entry into force notes
Parts 1, 2, 7 and 8 of this Act enters into force on the date of assent and the remaining provisions enter into force on the day appointed by the Minister by notice in the Gazette.
Abstract

This Act lays down rules for the establishment of the Solomon Islands Maritime Authority as a financially self-sufficient organization with sufficient resources to carry out its functions, the implementation of international and regional maritime agreements, and the implementation of applicable maritime laws. The powers and functions of the Solomon Islands Maritime Authority are: (I) implementation and enforcement of applicable maritime laws, conventions and agreements, (II) efficient and effective administration of maritime sector, (III) control and monitoring of vessels in port and at sea, (IV) coordination of maritime search and rescue operations, (V) prevention of marine pollution originating from vessels, (VI) enforcement of standards of construction, repair or salvage for vessels constructed in Solomon Islands and operating within Solomon Islands, (VII) preparation of hydrographic charts and surveys for maritime use, (IX) monitoring and economic analysis of and support for the management and administration of franchise shipping schemes, and (X) monitoring of commercial matters concerning the maritime industry. The jurisdiction of the Solomon Islands Maritime Authority includes all vessels in Solomon Island waters, regardless of nationality; Solomon Island vessels on the high seas; and citizens of Solomon Islands. This Act sets forth provisions on the membership, powers and functions of the Board of the Maritime Authority; the establishment and structure of Advisory Committee and other committees; the funds of the Solomon Islands Maritime Authority; planning and reporting of corporate plan of the Solomon Islands Maritime Authority; the implementation and enforcement of applicable maritime conventions and agreements; the implementation of franchise shipping schemes; the development of planning for maritime emergencies, including safety and environmental emergencies; the powers of entry, inspection and seizure of the personnel authorized by the Solomon Islands Maritime Authority; and offences and penalties. The Minister may make regulations relating to matters required or permitted to be prescribed by the Minister under this Act. Moreover, the Solomon Islands Maritime Authority may make maritime orders relating to matters required or permitted to be prescribed by maritime order under this or any other Act.

Full text
English
Website
www.parliament.gov.sb

References - Legislation

Amends

Shipping Act 1998 (No. 5 of 1998).

Legislation | Solomon Islands | 1998

Keyword: Fishing vessel, Registration, Navigation, Institution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repeals

Maritime Safety Administration Act 2009 (No. 8 of 2009).

Legislation | Solomon Islands | 2009

Keyword: Marine pollution, Fishing vessel, Registration, Navigation, Institution, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Implemented by

Solomon Islands Maritime Authority (Fees, Charges and Levies) Maritime Order (No. 2) 2022.

Legislation | Solomon Islands | 2022

Keyword: Certification, Governance, Marine pollution, Maritime zone, Navigation, Pollution control, Research, Royalties/fees, Tax/levy

Source: FAO, FAOLEX