Pollutions caused by marine casualties; Administrative Sanctioning Proceedings instituted by Capitanías Marítimas against Master / owner / operator / P&I Club, etc..

In particular, MUÑOZ & MONTAÑÉS has assisted in several marine casualties occurred in Spanish waters during the last few years. Special mention to incidents in the Algeciras Bay, including disputes related to accidents in the Spanish and Gibraltarian waters.

Advices on how to proceed where oil cargo or bunkers give rise to an spillage / pollution according to Spanish, EU and IMO regulations.

Opinions to owners, agents, stevedores, etc. on Administrative Spanish laws on the subject, focussing on port regulations that may affect their activities (i.e. Port State Control rules regarding foreign vessels calling at Spanish Ports).

Specific approach to events / incidents related to the carriage of dangerous / noxious goods and their potential adverse effects, bearing in mind IMGD Code regulations.