Japan MSDF escort operation against piracy

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MARINA ADVISORY NO. 2009-23: Japan MSDF escort operation against piracy

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Japan MSDF escort operation against piracy

Law: Marina Advisory No. 2009-23

Decision Date: Aug 11, 2009

The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force has initiated escort operations to protect ships from piracy in the Gulf of Aden and off the Coast of Somalia, requiring shipping companies to pre-register with Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and inform MARINA upon registration.

Law Summary

Application and Pre-registration Process

Interested shipowners, shipping companies, ship operators, and ship managers must pre-register to avail of escort services.
Pre-registration must be done with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) of Japan.
Applicants are required to provide detailed information about the ship needing escort.
The pre-registration form is accessible for download on the MLIT website at //mlit.go.jp/maritime/gaikoh/pirate/index.html.

Submission of Pre-registration Form

The completed pre-registration form must be sent to the MLIT Anti-Piracy Contact and Coordination Office via email at INFO-PIRACY@mlit.go.jp.

Notification to Philippine Authority (MARINA)

Shipowners or ship operators who apply for MSDF escort services are mandated to immediately notify the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) in writing upon pre-registration with MLIT.

Official Dissemination and Contact Information

The advisory serves as official guidance and information dissemination regarding the escort operation.
It is issued by MARINA and dated August 11, 2009.
The Administrator of MARINA at the time of issuance was Maria Elena H. Bautista.

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