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Code of Safety for Small Pleasure Craft – SCC Code 2017

This is the 2017 version of the Small Craft Control Code that applies to all pleasure craft  operating in Antigua and Barbuda waters of less than 24 metres in length, whether non self-propelled, power driven,maneuvered by oars, or poles, or under sail. It also...

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Directive 003 2013 (rev 1)

This Directive has effect from 1 June 2013.  It establishes the definition of Safe Haven for vessels operating under the SCV Code and it establishes the limits that are determined for Protected Waters and Coastal Waters by ADOMS.  Additionally, the Directive contains...

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Contractors are invited to bid

ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA DEPARTMENT OF MARINE SERVICES AND MERCHANT SHIPPING (ADOMS) HEADQUARTERS   Antiguan and Barbudan Contractors are invited to pre-qualify for the opportunity to be involved in and bid for the construction of the above multi-storey building on Factory...

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IMO Workshop Press Release

REGIONAL WORKSHOP ON FLAG AND PORT STATE INSPECTIONS ST. JOHN’S, ANTIGUA OCTOBER 8-10, 2012 The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is the United Nation’s agency whose primary purpose is to develop and maintain a comprehensive regulatory framework for shipping. ...

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