National Ports Act, 2005 (Act No. 12 of 2005)

Rules

Ports Rules

Chapter 2 : Vessel Movements and Related Matters

Part D : Vessels within a Port

30. Permission to shift or to immobilise within a port
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(1)No vessel may shift within a port without the permission of the Harbour Master. The Harbour Master may grant, refuse, withdraw or amend the permission.

 

(2) While within a port, no vessel may be immobilised without the prior written permission of the Harbour Master. The Harbour Master may grant permission for the immobilisation of a vessel, subject to whatever conditions he or she prescribes in the interests of safety, security, the efficiency and good order of the port and the protection of the environment.