Malaysia introduces new regulated sea areas

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Malaysia has designated a Marine Sensitive Area and new fairways near the eastern approaches to the Malacca and Singapore Straits Traffic Separation Scheme. The measures took effect on September 11, 2026, to protect marine resources and organize traffic in the area.

Malaysia has established a Marine Sensitive Area (MSA) and Designated Fairways or Sea Lanes near the eastern approaches to the Traffic Separation Scheme (TSS) in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore. The MSA took effect on 11 September 2026 under the Marine Sensitive Area Notice 01/2026. It aims to protect, preserve and conserve marine resources ...

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