S.L. 499.26 Art. 17Duties of the service provider.

It shall be the duty of the service provider to:

(a) conduct the administration of the pilotage service;

(b) make an equitable distribution of the pilotage load amongst the pilots;

(c) distribute the watches amongst the pilots in accordance with the pilotage agreement;

(d) keep general discipline and good order amongst the pilots;

(e) provide the Authority with such statistical information as it may require, including, but not limited to, timely compilation of data relating to pilotage movements and operation of pilot launches, attendance and absenteeism of pilots and annual audited accounts of the service provider and any subsidiary or affiliate undertakings, or other entities over which the service provider has effective control;

(f) ensure that equipment used by the pilots is at all times available and in good working order;

(g) take steps to acquire alternative equipment as may be necessary;

(h) liaise with the Authority on pilotage matters and submit any reports as may be requested by such Authority;

(i) administer the pilots’ office or offices;

(j) perform pilotage duties as specified in the pilotage agreement and these regulations, and other duties which may arise from time to time in connection with the provision of pilotage services;

(k) recommend measures to the Authority to further enhance the pilotage service;

(l) provide the Authority with the identity of the member or members having the judicial representation of the service provider.