TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — The Legislative Yuan completed its first review of Law of Ships amendments on Monday, proposing fines of up to NT$10 million (US$318,000) for vessels failing to maintain accurate identification.

The amendments require Taiwan-flagged vessels and foreign ships operating in Taiwan’s territorial or restricted waters to keep their automatic identification system (AIS) functional and transmit correct data, per CNA.

Foreign vessels must also display their vessel name and IMO number in visible markings unless exempted by SOLAS rules. These markings cannot be altered or concealed.

Vessels of 150 metric tons or more must keep a logbook with accurate records of navigation and incidents while in Taiwan’s territorial or restricted waters.

Penalties allow maritime authorities to fine owners, captains, yacht operators, or small-boat operators and mandate corrections within deadlines. Repeated violations may incur repeated fines.

The draft further allows authorities to confiscate vessels that fail to comply within three months and pose a safety risk to ports or waters, regardless of ownership.