Shipmates,
In previous blog entries I have talked about how Global Problems Require Global Solutions. To that end, individual nations need to enact their own legislation to contribute to the security of the global system. We are having the discussion right now through the development of a Small Vessel Security Strategy and the Notice of Proposed Rule Making for expanded Notice of Arrival and Departure and Automatic Identification System carriage requirements.
This is not a discussion limited to the United States. Last week I received the following from my friend and colleague, Chris Reynolds. Chris is my partner with the Irish Coast Guard. The attached document,/IrishAISRegs.pdf, is a copy of the announcement for the carriage requirements for AIS contained within Ireland's Merchant Shipping (Safety of Fishing Vessels) (15 – 24 metres) Regulations.
The ongoing effort to create better visibility within our ports and coastal approaches of small vessels continues, as does our effort to improve the safe operation of commercial fishing vessels.
Some our of partners have made considerable progress.
ADM A
