The Maritime Bureau of Japan has enacted regulations which require all vessels of 100 GT or larger to have P&I insurance covering the following risks:
- oil pollution
- wreck removal
This requirement is effective from 1st March 2005.
Only approved P&I insurers will be acceptable which is defined as all international Group P&I Clubs and some other insurers, the latter which is not known yet. We are trying to obtain this information from authorities.
The vessel must carry the P&I entry certificate on board and report the details of insurance to the relevant authority prior to port entry.
PSC inspection will include examination of the P&I entry certificate.
Failure to comply with the regulations will result in fines.
Attached is a copy of the legislation Contact Point