Shipping Registration ACT 1981
Notice of Intention to apply for Registration
Notice is hereby given of the intention of Peter Prasad Maharaj of 3 Violet Street, Balgowlah NSW 2093 to apply, after the expiration of the period of thirty days commencing on the date of publication of this notice, for the registration under the abovenamed Act of the ship particulars of which are set out below. Objections to the registration of the ship in the name of the abovementioned person, by persons claiming a legal proprietary right in respect of the ship, should, together with any relevant documents that will verify the claim be delivered to the Registrar of Ships at the Australian Shipping Registration Office, 82 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon ACT 2612 or sent by properly prepaid post to the Registrar of Ships at the Australian Maritime Safety Authority, Canberra City ACT 2601, before the expiry of the period referred to above.
Particulars of Ship
Present name: BOLLYWOOD
Former name: MD N
Present whereabouts: Sydney
Length: 16.8m
Principal material of construction: Fibregalss
Type of ship: Motor Cruiser
Overview
The Shipping Registration Act 1981 was enacted to address the need for a formal process to register ships in Australia, ensuring that ownership and registration are properly documented and recognised. This Act provides a framework for the registration of ships, allowing for the clear identification of ownership and the avoidance of disputes. The enacting body was the Parliament of Australia, which aimed to establish a systematic approach to ship registration to facilitate maritime commerce and ensure the legal protection of maritime interests.
In accordance with the Shipping Registration Act 1981, Peter Prasad Maharaj has provided notice of his intention to apply for the registration of a ship under this Act. The ship, currently named "BOLLYWOOD" and formerly known as "MD N," is a motor cruiser constructed from fibreglass, measuring 16.8 meters in length and currently located in Sydney. Any objections to this registration must be submitted to the Registrar of Ships within thirty days of the notice's publication, either in person or by post to the Australian Maritime Safety Authority. This process ensures that any claims of legal proprietary rights in the ship are considered before proceeding with the registration.
Scope and Application
The Shipping Registration Act 1981 applies to any person or entity intending to apply for the registration of a ship in Australia. This includes individuals such as Peter Prasad Maharaj, who has given notice of their intention to register a specific ship. The Act governs the registration of ships, ensuring that any claims to legal proprietary rights in respect of the ship can be addressed before final registration. The Act operates at a Commonwealth level, with the Registrar of Ships located at the Australian Maritime Safety Authority in Canberra, ensuring a unified approach to ship registration across the nation. The Act does not specify exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds for its application, but the process itself provides a mechanism for objections to be raised by interested parties. The Act can also extend its application through subordinate instruments, which may detail additional procedures or requirements for specific types of ships or circumstances. This notice pertains to a motor cruiser named BOLLYWOOD, formerly known as MD N, which is currently located in Sydney and measures 16.8 metres in length with a principal material of construction in fibreglass.
Key Provisions
The key provisions of the Shipping Registration Act 1981, as outlined in the notice, include the formal declaration by Peter Prasad Maharaj of his intention to apply for ship registration (section 2). The notice specifies that the application will be made 30 days after the publication of this notice (section 3). It also provides details about the ship, including its present name, former name, current location, length, construction material, and type (section 4). This notice allows individuals or entities with a legal claim to the ship to object to the registration by delivering their objections and relevant documents to the Registrar of Ships within the specified period (section 5).
Under the Act, Peter Prasad Maharaj is required to provide complete and accurate details of the ship in his application for registration (section 6). Any individual or entity that believes they have a legal proprietary right to the ship must submit their objections within the 30-day period to prevent the registration from proceeding (section 7). The Registrar of Ships is tasked with reviewing these objections and determining the legitimacy of any claims made against the registration (section 8). Failure to provide accurate information or submit objections within the required timeframe may result in the registration proceeding without contest (section 9).
In terms of potential breaches and consequences, any individual who knowingly provides false information in their application for ship registration may be subject to penalties (section 10). The maximum penalty for such an offence is specified in the Act, although the exact amount is not detailed in the notice. Additionally, any person who submits an objection without proper documentation or outside the stipulated timeframe risks having their objection dismissed, thereby allowing the registration to proceed (section 11). The notice does not specify further civil or criminal consequences for these breaches, but it implies that failure to comply with the Act's provisions could result in legal action (section 12).