New Turkish regulations for the Canakkale and Istanbul Straits

Kuzey Pandi have reported new Turkish Straits Maritime Traffic Regulations. Amongst other regulations, these provide new powers for Harbour Masters to intervene directly in salvage operations; vessels are not permitted to get closer than 100 metres to bridge piers/legs in the Straits; overtaking is subject to VTS directions and a requirement for tug and pilot assistance for LPG Tankers of over 150 metres in length (previously this requirement was for LPG Tankers of 200 metres plus).

Source: Standard Club