The main objectives of this study were to assess whether the current framework for the transportation of hydrocarbons by ships is safe for populations, environment and goods ; assess the capacity of the various organizations involved, according to their respective roles and responsibilities ; propose legislative and regulatory changes or measures to improve the preparedness and response of all organizations involved in the event of a major accident ; to identify the measures necessary to ensure the financing of compensation measures to be implemented following a major disaster.
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