Regulations of the People's Republic of China on the prevention and control of marine pollution from ships (5.460)

This circular explains revised China MSA requirements for ship pollution response agreements before entry into a PRC port. London P&I highlights the updated model contract, the new mandatory clauses and the need to check any variations carefully.

We also note the requirement to use an approved ship pollution response company (SPRO) and the importance of contacting London P&I if Members are unsure about the contract terms.