ABS Regulatory Update

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Thursday, September 20, 2012

Frequently Asked Questions on North American ECA.

The US Coast Guard and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have compiled a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) and associated responses on the North American Emissions Control Area (ECA). Also included at the end of the document is a list of questions which are currently under review by the USCG/EPA. The USCG will update the FAQs on a monthly basis (or sooner). The FAQ list and other related information can be found on the USCG website.

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