West Sea Coast Guard Agency, 221 Marine Safety Special Crackdown Violation Cases Detected

Intensive Crackdown on Illegal Activities Such as Unauthorized Ship Modification and Unlicensed Operation

The West Sea Regional Coast Guard Agency (Chief Kim Inchang) is making efforts to alleviate public concerns about safety by detecting violations through a special crackdown on maritime safety offenders.

According to the West Sea Agency on the 18th, a total of 221 violation cases were detected during the special crackdown conducted from March to May.

Exterior view of the West Sea Regional Coast Guard Headquarters building

The main violations threatening maritime safety included 89 cases of failure to undergo vessel safety inspections, which was the most frequently detected, followed by 66 cases of unlicensed operation, 21 cases of overloading and overcapacity, and 18 cases of illegal expansion and remodeling.

In particular, in the Gunsan area, 77 vessels that had repairs related to propulsion performance such as engines and screws were found to have operated without undergoing temporary inspections.

Additionally, in the Yeosu area, 71 vessels with illegally expanded structures were caught, representing cases that threaten the marine environment.

Chief Kim Inchang stated, “We will respond strictly to vessels violating stability regulations for the safety of the public,” and added, “We will continue to strengthen maritime law enforcement and strive to create a safe environment.”

Going forward, the West Sea Regional Coast Guard Agency is expected to continue enhancing maritime safety and protecting the public through ongoing crackdowns.

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