The Parika/Wakenaam/Supenaam Speed Boat Association has voiced concern at a recent directive by the Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) to stop its members from selling their vessels and slots within the “turn system” that has been set up for loading passengers without its approval.
The Association, which represents approximately 60 persons who own and operate over 90 vessels, is contending that the instruction is unlawful and has since written MARAD warning that any attempt to enforce same will result in legal action being taken.
In a letter sent to MARAD on Monday, attorney Anil Nandlall, on behalf of the association, said that his clients were in receipt of an unsigned letter, dated May 11th, 2017, which advised that the selling of “turns” should cease immediately in the absence of approval from MARAD.
