An Area to be Avoided (ATBA) is an area within defined limits that should be avoided by all ships or certain classes of ships, in which navigation is particularly hazardous or in which it is …

• Areas to be Avoided (ATBA) are delineated areas in which navigation may be hazardous or which encompass sensitive ecological resources and should be avoided by either all ships or …

A Particularly Sensitive Sea Area (PSSA) is a comprehensive management tool available at the international level for reviewing attributes within an area vulnerable to damage by international …

INVITES Member Governments to note the establishment of associated protective measures defined in Annex 2. The associated protective measures and the date of their entry into force …

A Particularly Sensitive Sea Area (PSSA) is a marine region that requires special protection due to its vulnerability to damage from international shipping activities. These areas are designated …

1.2 A PSSA is an area that needs special protection through action by IMO because of its significance for recognized ecological, socio-economic, or scientific attributes where such …

High on the priorities on the CSPCWG work plan is to “Review and develop depiction of ESSA (including PSSA & ATBA)”. The former CSC devoted much effort to this issue, which was …

Oct 19, 2023 · A particularly sensitive sea area (PSSA) is given special protection because of its vulnerability to damage from international shipping activities.

Jul 12, 2007 · Increased maritime safety, protection of the fragile environment, preservation of cultural resources and areas of cultural importance significant to Native Hawaiians, and …

In order to reduce the risk of a maritime casualty and potential damage to the sensitive marine environment, transiting ships should not enter the ATBA. The ATBA will result in minor …