Protocol of 1997 to amend the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships 1973, as Modified by the Protocol of 1978 relating thereto (also Final Act of the Conference of Parties)

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Treaty Code:

M1997/18

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Multilateral

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Treaty Status:

In Force

Treaty Summary:

The Protocol was adopted at a Conference held from 15 to 26 September 1997 and adds a new Annex VI on Regulations for the Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships to the Convention. The rules set limits on sulphur oxide (SOx) and nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions from ship exhausts and prohibit deliberate emissions of ozone depleting substances.

NZ Adherence Status:

In Force

Adherence Type:

Accepted

Signature Date:

Adherence Date:

10/01/1998

Expired:

No

Date Concluded:

26/09/1997

Place Concluded:

London

Entry Into Force Date:

01/01/2001

NZ Entry Into Force Date:

10/01/1998

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NZ Objections:

No

NZ Reservations:

No

NZ Declarations:

No

NZ Territorial Applications:

None

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