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NP–GUI–018: National Plan national maritime places of refuge risk assessment guidance

1 November 2015

When dealing with vessels in distress or in need of assistance there is, at times, a requirement to find an appropriate location where necessary steps can be taken to prevent an escalation of events, stabilise the current situation and take action as required to effect repairs or a salvage operation.

Author

National Plan Strategic Coordination Committee
Last updated: 18 March 2024