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  4. Marine Pollution

Marine Pollution

Any detrimental alteration of the marine environment caused by the intentional or accidental release of dangerous or toxic substances, such as industrial, commercial and urban waste water. (Source: GEMET/ GREMESa)

Related jurisprudence

Tianjin Fishery and Fishing Harbor Supervision and Administration Department v. Infinity Shipping Co. Ltd etc. for Disputes over Oil Pollution caused by vessel collision

China
December 25, 2004

Tianjin Oceanic Administration v. Infinity Shipping Co. Ltd etc. for Disputes over Oil Pollution caused by vessel collision

China
December 25, 2004

Responsibilities and Obligations of States sponsoring Persons and Entities with Respect to Activities in the Area

Hamburg, Germany
February 1, 2011

Supreme Court Decision 2008Do11921 [concerning Violation of the Prevention of Marine Pollution Act, Destruction of Ship by Occupational Negligence,Violation of the Seafarers Act]

Seoul
Republic of Korea
April 23, 2009

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