Jeju Coast Guard, Comprehensive Crackdown on Violations Related to Vessel Traffic Conducted

Published 08 May.2023 16:01(KST)

The Chief of Jeju Regional Coast Guard (Chief Kim In-chang) announced on the 8th that a five-week intensive crackdown on violations of vessel traffic control laws, such as speed limit violations, will be conducted in the waters around Jeju from the 8th to the 12th of next month to establish law and order and prevent accidents.

This crackdown was prepared to raise awareness of vessel traffic safety for all vessels navigating or mooring in Jeju waters, as fishing boats, passenger ships, and cargo ships frequently pass through the Jeju sea area, posing a constant risk of maritime accidents.

Jeju Coast Guard Office will conduct a comprehensive crackdown on violations related to ship traffic. <br>[Photo by Jeju Coast Guard Office]

Jeju Coast Guard Office will conduct a comprehensive crackdown on violations related to ship traffic.
[Photo by Jeju Coast Guard Office]

The Jeju Coast Guard plans to conduct a comprehensive crackdown on vessel traffic-related violations until the 12th of next month, following two weeks of publicity and guidance until the 22nd.

The Jeju Navigation Vessel Traffic Service Center (VTS) played a significant role in proactive accident prevention by providing 24-hour timely maritime traffic control, such as detecting a vessel anchoring near Jeju last June that violated the obligation to monitor control communications, and securing the safety of a vessel with engine failure through control communication around January this year.

To further strengthen traffic control and prevent accident risks, vessel traffic controllers will directly monitor and focus on violations of vessel traffic-related laws, including failure to follow control procedures, speed limit violations, and drunk navigation. They will also conduct joint crackdowns on violating vessels through real-time information sharing with on-site forces such as patrol boats and police stations, conducting inspections and searches to take a leading role in accident prevention.

A Jeju Coast Guard official stated, “Violations of laws cause various accidents leading to loss of life and pollution damage, so we will do our best to prevent maritime accidents through intensive crackdowns,” and added, “We ask vessel operators to always maintain control communications and pay special attention for the safety of Jeju waters.”