1. 23 Mar 2026 Administrative Guidance
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| Law / type | Laws on Marine Transportation Business / Administrative Guidance |
| Summary | On November 19, 2025, the ferry 'Orange Shikoku' operated by Shikoku Development Ferry Co., Ltd. collided with a cargo ship while traveling from Usa Port to Yawatahama Port. On November 20, 2025, and December 2, 2025, the Shikoku Transport Bureau's Marine Operations Supervisor conducted audits under the Maritime Transportation Law and confirmed violations of safety management regulations. On March 23, 2026, the Shikoku Transport Bureau issued a warning to the company, including a requirement that safety managers establish an alcohol testing system using an alcohol detector, in accordance with Article 39 of the safety management regulations. |
| Source | https://www.mlit.go.jp/nega-inf/cgi-bin/search.cgi?jigyoubunya=senpaku&EID=search&no=16 |