Statutory Documents - MCA Publications - PYC - A Code of Practice for Yachts Carrying 13 to 36 Passengers (The Passenger Yacht Code) - Chapter 3 - Application of Other International Conventions and National Legislation - 3.6 Bunkers Convention:
3.6 Bunkers Convention:
(1) Ships of over 1000 gross tonnage are required to carry an appropriate level of insurance covering liability for costs arising from pollution damage following a bunker oil spill from the ship.
(2) As evidence that adequate insurance cover is in place the owner or operator of the ship is required to carry a Certificate to this effect issued by the Administration.
(3) The Administration will issue such a Bunkers Certificate only where it is satisfied that the insurance cover provided is acceptable.
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