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Order No. 203 on the use of acoustic deterrents (pingers) in certain fisheries.

Country
Denmark
Type of law
Regulation
Source
FAO , FAOLEX
Abstract
This Order applies to Danish commercial fishing with Danish-registered vessels in regards to the use of acoustic deterrent devices. These acoustic alarms must be positioned at a maximum distance of 455 meters along the yarn between two audible alarms. This to prevent incidental catches.
Attached files
http://faolex.fao.org/docs/pdf/den102106.pdf
Web site
http://www.retsinformation.dk
Date of text
Entry into force notes
This Order enters into force on 16 March 2011 and automatically repeals on 16 March 2013.
Notes
Repeals Order No. 181 of 12 March 2009.
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation status
in force
Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Bekendtg relse om anvendelse af akustiske alarmer (pingere) i visse fiskerier 1).
Implements
Council Regulation (EC) No. 812/2004 laying down measures concerning incidental catches of cetaceans in fisheries and amending Regulation (EC) No. 88/98.
Fisheries Act.