This Ordinance provides for the control of activities that involve the dumping of substances or articles at sea in order to prevent damage to the marine environment. The Director of Environmental Protection shall be designated as the Authority under this Ordinance and shall designate an area within Hong Kong waters as a marine dumping area. The Ordinance sets out procedures and requirements for obtaining a permit for the dumping at sea from vessels or aircrafts of substances and materials, and a permit for the incineration of articles or substances at sea. The Ordinance further recognizes the power of the Authority to serve a marine pollution abatement notice if the person carrying out dumping activities is causing or exceeding the levels of marine pollution. The Ordinance also provides for the following matters: powers of authorized officers; offences; appeals; etc.
China, RAE de Hong Kong · 1995-04-01