Hamburg Studies on Maritime Affairs: The IMO's Role in Protecting Vulnerable Marine Areas

Kachel, Markus J.

Designations of large Particularly Sensitive Sea Areas (PSSAs) triggered a controversial debate within the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) concerning the legal basis of PSSAs, the relationship between the IMO’s PSSA guidelines and UNCLOS, as well as the competency of IMO to adopt mandatory protective measures in these areas. As a result, IMO conducted a review process which led to substantially updated guidelines adopted in late 2005.

This book provides a detailed analysis of the PSSA guidelines and protective measures available in PSSAs. Emphasis is placed on their legal basis and the implications for coastal states' jurisdiction over vessel-source pollution.

Details

Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2008-05-29

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9783540787785

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-540-78779-2

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 376