Official Gazette No. 75 Ordinary of 2024 publishes various resolutions related to the Operations Regulations of different Nautical Bases in Cuba.
Below is a summary of the common elements of the resolutions:
Object and scope of application
Each regulation aims to establish the general rules for the use and operation of specific nautical bases.
It applies to all persons, vessels, machinery, vehicles and other elements within the area of the nautical base, which use the infrastructure by order of the maritime authority and which provide services under any type of contractual relationship.
Functions of the management of the Nautical Base
The management of each Nautical Base assumes legal representation of the same, being responsible for its operation, management and administration.
Its responsibilities include the organization of the port’s administrative services, the regulation of services, the management of the port and its services, the implementation of the Disaster Reduction Plan and Contingency Plan, and the request for collaboration from the competent authorities.
The Central State Administration bodies involved in compliance with the established regulations maintain relations of coordination and cooperation with the authorities of the nautical bases. This guarantees proper functioning and integrated management of operations at each nautical base.
Specific provisions and purposes
Each regulation includes a special provision establishing that the commercial relations of the nautical base operators must comply with the requirements set out in the regulation, within a period of ninety calendar days from the entry into force of the resolution.
Definitions
The regulations include an annex with key definitions for their correct interpretation and application.
Definitions include:
- Public port authorities: Representations at the nautical base such as the Harbor Master’s Office, International Health Control, Customs, etc.
- Nautical Base: Hydrotechnical facility that provides services to vessels for fishing, live-aboard, diving and safari operations.
- Berthing contract: Document that formalizes the permanence of a vessel at the nautical base.
- Hazardous waste: Substances or articles that represent a danger to the environment and human health.
- Clearance: Administrative procedure to formalize the entry and exit of a vessel.
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