Code of Federal Regulations · Section
§ 155.235 — Emergency Towing Capability For Oil Tankers
33 C.F.R. § 155.235
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An emergency towing arrangement shall be fitted at both ends on board all oil tankers of not less than 20,000 deadweight tons (dwt), constructed on or after September 30, 1997. For oil tankers constructed before September 30, 1997, such an arrangement shall be fitted at the first scheduled dry-docking, but not later than January 1, 1999. The design and construction of the towing arrangement shall be in accordance with IMO resolution MSC.35(63) (incorporated by reference; see § 155.140).
Authorizing Statute
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Oil and hazardous substance liability33 U.S.C. § 1321
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Waterfront safety46 U.S.C. § 70011