Type
Global Treaty, Agreement or Convention
Themes
pollution
environment and biodiversity
health and safety
Year in force
2007Regional relevance
Global Ocean
Summary
The OPRC-HNS Protocol builds on the OPRC, establishing national systems for preparedness and response to major pollution threats or incidents. It also promotes international cooperation in pollution incident preparedness and emergency response. While the OPRC focuses on oil, the OPRC-HNS expands this to a wider range of hazardous and noxious substances.
Secretariat
International Maritime Organization
Address: 4, Albert Embankment, London SE1 7SR
Phone: +44 20 7735 7611
Email: info@imo.org
Website: http://www.imo.org/en/
Subsidiary to
International Convention on Oil Pollution Preparedness, Response and Co-operation
Year in force : 1995