On 27 July 2005 the Managers reported to Member’s a reduction in the fines that could be imposed for vessels polluting waters in Turkish ports.
The Managers have been informed that with effect from 1 January 2006 the fines have been increased. The new fixed tariff is as follows:
A. Fines applicable to tankers discharging dirty ballast
|
Gross Tonnage |
New Turkish Lira (YTL) |
US$ Equivalent |
|
Up to 1,000gt inclusive |
7,850.70 |
5,903.23 |
|
Between 1,000gt and 5,000gt inclusive |
15,701.40 |
11,806.50 |
|
5,000gt and above |
78,507.00 |
59,032.30 |
B. Fines applicable to all vessels for discharge of bilge, other liquid residues and solid waste.
|
Gross Tonnage |
New Turkish Lira (YTL) |
US$ Equivalent |
|
Up to 18gt inclusive |
471.04 |
354.19 |
|
Between 18gt and 1,000gt inclusive |
7,850.70 |
5,903.23 |
|
1,000gt and over |
15,701.40 |
11,806.50 |
For further information please contact the Association’s correspondents in Turkey.
(US dollar equivalent calculations made using the Oanda exchange rate on 9 January 2006 – US$1 = YTL1.33493).