In-water vessel hull cleaning activity is prohibited in the declared ports and harbours and is only recommended for dry dock cleaning. However, certain activities of Hull-cleaning are allowed for in-water cleaning and this also includes inspection.

Hull cleaning involving Cleaning of Sea chests, Sea suction girds and other Hull apertures are allowed in-water but should always be with prior approval.

Propeller inspection, cleaning and polishing activities should also seek approval from the Port Manager and will only be allowed subject to the permit regulations.

Interested parties should seek approval with a permit from the Port Manager using the prescribed application from (provide link) and submit with the necessary requirements as specified in the form.

Permit fees varies with the different activities involved. Please consult Gazettal notice G427 (provide link) for the fee schedule.