Decree-Law No. 265/72 regulating Port Authorities.

This Regulation is divided into 15 chapters and 250 articles. It lays down the fundamental principles for maritime activities. "Maritime departments" (chap. I); "National vessel's classification" (chap. II); "Purchase, construction, or modification of vessels" (chap. III); "Tonnage" (chap. IV); "Register" (chap. V); "Identification" (chap. VI); "Flag and board documents" (chap. VII); "Vessel and navigation safety" (chap. VIII); "Anchoring" (chap. IX); "Dumping" (chap. X); "Legal procedures" (chap. XI); "Contraventions" (chap. XII); "Vessel's activities" (chap. XIII); "Tax" (chap. XIV); "Transitional provisions" (chap. XV).

Portugal · 1972-07-31