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Whilst bunkering, oil is seen on the dock water, apparently coming from the bunker barge. Should the ship take any action?

Yes; if the bunker barge departs, the oil may be alleged by shore authorities to have come from the ship. The procedures in the last answer will be equally applicable in this case. Evidence should be obtained (witness statements, photographs, etc. ) and advice sought from the local P&I club correspondent.

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