Prevention of Pollution of the Sea by Oil, 1954
International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution of the Sea by Oil, 1954, as amended in 1962 and 1969
Abstract
This Convention was the first multilateral instrument to be concluded with the prime objective of protecting the environment. It is concerned with the agreement between the Governments involved to prevent pollution of the sea by oil discharged from ships. The text published is as amended in 1962 and 1969.
© International Maritime Organization 1981
