Chinese Toxic Ship MV Asia Union,
which arrived at the Port
of Chittagong
According to the Department of
Shipping, the ship has been imported illegally and the importers never applied
for a NOC (No Objection Certificate).
MV Asia Union, which was formerly
known as, MV Humber and MV Cast Otter, has been detected with 79 deficiencies
since 2010. The ship has been reported to possess hazardous substances such as
asbestos, polychlorinated biphenyl, toxic paints, and chemical residues, making
it extremely unfit for any port of the world.
Presently the ship has been asked
to stay away from the port area, approximately 5.5 nautical miles from the port.
The Department of Environment has been asked to inspect the ship. The ship will
be allowed in the port only if the department issues an environmental clearance
certificate.
Source: Marine Insight. 21
September 2011
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