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Located in a strategic position
at the northern end of the Mozambique Channel, the Union of Comoros Islands
once played a major role in a thriving world economy of the western Indian
Ocean. The archipelago arose from the seabed of the western Indian Ocean as a
result of volcanic activity. The four major islands are Ngazidjia (Grande
Comore),Mwali (Moheli),Nzwani (Anjouan) and Maore (Mayotte). |
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The Maritime Administration of the Union of
Comoros, headed by AKRAM M. SHAIKH,
Commissioner for Maritime Affairs, whilst
being administered by the State's Ministry
of International Transport, has been
delegated to with the full operation,
development and protection of the Union of
Comoros Ships International Registry,
worldwide. |
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The Maritime Administration's duties and
functions include: |
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Registration of ships
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Administration and enforcement of the
Merchant Shipping Act 2001 legislation.
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To develop shipping and to ensure that
the country's maritime activities are
conducted in accordance with the local
and international standards of maritime
safety and pollution prevention.
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Enforcement of International Maritime
Conventions.
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Investigation of Marine Casualties.
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The Union of Comoros Maritime Shipping Act
2001 provides a modern legal framework for
the operation of a competitive International
Ship Registry. The Shipping Act 2001: |
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Makes full provision for modern trends in
relation to ownership and registration.
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Provides simplified yet secure mortgage
recording and enforcement provisions.
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Implements all major IMO Conventions.
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