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AUSTRALIAN Maritime Safety Authority chief executive Graham Peachey has warned of a shift towards tighter offshore regulation in the wake of the BP oil spill disaster in the Gulf of Mexico.
Mr Peachey told a meeting of the Hong Kong Shipowners’ Association last week that the Deepwater Horizon spill would have a “profound influence” on global shipping. If you are already a subscriber, please sign in below. If you're not a subscriber and would like to experience the full benefits of Lloyd's List DCN with a 14 day trial, please click here. Alternatively, click here to subscribe.
“The pendulum will swing, resulting in stronger regulation over offshore [activity],” Mr Peachey said.
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