The terms and phrases mentioned below - wherever they appear in these regulations and procedures - shall have the meanings specified next to each of them, unless the context of the text requires otherwise:

• The Kingdom: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

• The Authority: The Saudi Authority for the Red Sea.

• Supplier Representative: The suitably qualified person appointed by the fuel supplier to oversee fuel supply operations on behalf of the fuel supplier (this supplier representative may also be the captain of the supplying marine vessel).

• Marine Fuel Carriers or Fuel Supplier: The entity that holds the necessary permits and licenses to supply fuel to marine vessels via tanker trucks or marine fuel carriers or marine fuel stations.

• Fuel Supply Memorandum: A document specific to the fuel supplier that provides details about the quality and quantity of fuel supplied to the marine vessel.

• Fuel Supply Operations: The transfer of marine fuel between marine vessels and tanker trucks or marine fuel carriers or marine fuel stations.

• Receiving Marine Vessel: The marine vessel that receives fuel from the fuel supplier.

• Fuel Supply Safety Checklist: The documents published in the International Organization for Standardization ISO Standard 13739 and the International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals ISGOTT from time to time, or another fuel supply safety checklist that may comply with or exceed the ISO 13739 and ISGOTT standards.

• Geographical Scope: The territorial sea of the Kingdom in the Red Sea where navigational and marine activities are conducted, and the land area associated with the conduct of those activities, excluding military and security areas and others therein.

• Berth: Refers to the area used for mooring or anchoring the marine vessel within the geographical scope.

• Maritime Tourism Agent: The corporate personality licensed by the Authority to provide services to the marine vessel for conducting navigational activities within the geographical scope.

• Tanker Truck: The truck used to supply fuel to the marine vessel.

The purpose of these rules and procedures is to define the requirements for the transfer of fuel to marine vessels at tourist marinas, contributing to the quality of procedures to achieve safe and effective fueling operations within the geographical scope.

These regulations and procedures apply to all participants in fuel supply operations, or those involved in transfer operations from one maritime vessel to another, or from a tanker truck or a marine fuel station within the geographical scope. This includes, but is not limited to, the tourist shipping agent, the receiving maritime vessels, the management of the tourist marina, and fuel suppliers.

1- Fuel suppliers must provide fuel of a quality that meets and/or exceeds the standards set by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) for "Petroleum Products - Fuels (Category F) - Marine Fuel Specifications" (ISO Standard 8217).

2- Every participant in fuel supply operations must adhere to these controls and procedures, taking into account the best practices applicable in fuel supply operations, including but not limited to ISGOTT and ISO Standard 1373, in their safety management systems.

3- Fuel suppliers must provide a copy of the Certificate of Quality (COQ) from an accredited laboratory in accordance with the ISO/IEC 17025 Testing and Calibration Management System, containing the results of the fuel tests supplied to the receiving marine vessel.

4- Fuel supply operations must take place in designated berthing areas specified on the approved navigational charts of the port (in the case of transferring fuel from one marine vessel to another).

5- The fuel supplier must provide the captain and the shipping agent with copies of the Certificate of Quality "COQ" and the quantities of fuel supplied to the receiving marine vessels, in addition to a customer satisfaction survey after each fuel supply operation.

6- The authority does not supply or facilitate the supply of fuel or the removal of oil or harmful liquid waste within the geographical scope. All these operations are provided by third parties. The authority has no involvement in any dispute between the fuel supplier and any receiving marine vessel.

7- The authority is not liable, on behalf of or otherwise, for the actions or omissions of any party involved in fuel supply operations, whether they follow these controls and procedures or not.

8- When appointing the shipping agent, the agent must:

• A- Submit all permit applications and other communications to the authority or the port on behalf of the visiting marine vessel.

• B- Inform the fuel supplier as soon as the necessary permits for the receiving marine vessel are issued.

• ت- Inform the captain of the receiving marine vessel of his duties and responsibilities, including the duty to contact the port manager on the relevant radio communication channel one hour before the commencement of fuel supply operations.

• ث- Notify the port management upon completion of the fuel supply operations.

1- Sampling:

• A- Sampling is considered an integral part of quality control and is vital in protecting the interests of all parties involved. Samples can be used as evidence in commercial or regulatory disputes in court cases. The goal is to obtain samples that truly represent the product being transferred, whether during the fueling of the marine vessel or prior to fueling in the supply chain as appropriate.

• B- To ensure that the samples are representative, one initial sample should be taken for each grade of fuel supplied from each tanker/barge or truck continuously throughout the entire product transfer process, either by an automatic sampling device or a manual continuous drip sampling device.

• C- While the fuel supplier may use ISO 13739 and ISO 3171 standards for automatic sampling from pipelines, or ISO 3170 standards for manual methods, or some other protocols for obtaining samples, it should be remembered that Annex VI of the MARPOL Convention specifies compliance and enforcement procedures that include decision MEPC.182(59) regarding the 2009 guidelines for sampling fuel oil to determine compliance with the revised Annex VI of the MARPOL Convention.

• D- The sample taken during fueling or from the tank should be collected in a clean container in a sufficient quantity to be divided into the required number of sub-samples, which in turn should be sufficient for the required tests, typically 500-750 ml per sub-sample, and in any case not less than 400 ml.

• E- The contents of the original sample should be poured into the required number of clean sub-sample containers. This typically involves agitating the bulk container and partially filling each sub-sample container by a quarter or a third of its capacity, then repeating the process (agitation and pouring) until all sub-sample containers are filled.

• F- The entire process, including sealing and labeling the sample containers, should be observed by representatives from both parties (the party supplying the fuel and the receiving party), and the unique sample seal numbers resulting from this process should be recorded in the relevant documents (e.g., fuel supply memorandum), and signed by representatives of both parties.

• G- The services of an independent surveyor may also be considered to oversee the process, in which case all sample seal numbers related to the sampling should be recorded by the fuel surveyor during the observation and receipt of the sample.

2- Sampling During Marine Vessel Fueling:

• A- Suppliers should follow the 2009 guidelines for sampling fuel oil to determine compliance with Annex VI of the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships - MARPOL (decision MEPC.182 "59") which states that the supplier should provide a MARPOL sample taken by a representative of the supplier from the main line of the fuel pipe for the receiving marine vessel.

• B- If the supplier's representative cannot, for safety or practical reasons, navigate between the marine fuel tankers (barge) and the receiving marine vessel to be present in person, the process can be visually observed by alternative means.

• C- To facilitate effective remote monitoring of the sampling, the visibility of the sampling equipment on the marine fuel tanker can be enhanced by marking the sampling area with high-visibility tape or paint.

• D- The resulting final sample containers should be sealed, labeled, and signed by representatives of both parties.

• E- The samples should be retained for the supplier's representative by the supplier for no less than 30 days. In the event of a quality dispute arising during the sample retention period, the samples should be retained until the dispute is resolved.

3- Testing and Interpretation of Test Results:

• A- Testing should be conducted on samples from each point of transfer of ownership of the product and documented so that the analysis report matches the original product. This is an essential part of the quality management system to enable transparency and traceability.

• B- The test analysis should be conducted according to internationally recognized testing methods.

4- Requirements for Calibrating Fuel Flow Meters:

• Entities involved in fueling operations should ensure that fuel flow meters are calibrated and use ISO 22192 as a reference.

1- Establish effective communication channels between the station and marine media to determine supply schedules and quantities.

2- Conduct a comprehensive risk analysis to identify necessary preventive measures and appropriate emergency plans.

3- Inspect all equipment used in the transfer and supply to ensure compliance with international safety standards.

4- Equip spill response and firefighting equipment for immediate handling of incidents.

5- Appoint qualified supervisors to monitor the transfer process and ensure adherence to correct procedures.

6- Record all stages of the process and maintain accurate records of the quantities transferred and any relevant notes.

7- Organize ongoing training courses for workers on the latest safety practices and the use of personal protective equipment.

8- Implement strict procedures to prevent spills and reduce exposure to health risks.

9- Use environmentally friendly technologies and materials to minimize the environmental impact of fuel transfer operations.

10- Evaluate the performance of the transfer process and analyze the collected data to identify improvement opportunities.

11- Invest in modern technology and best practices to enhance efficiency and safety.

12- Develop a detailed documentation system covering all aspects of the process, from planning to execution and review.

13- Create a mechanism for communication with clients after the supply process to gather feedback and provide necessary support.

1- Fuel suppliers must ensure that tanker trucks are directed to allow access to the supply hose without any obstruction and without causing any hindrance to the surrounding area.

2- Fuel suppliers must ensure that their tanker trucks or marine vessels supplying fuel are prepared as follows:

• A- Fuel hoses are in good condition and are "under test" according to appropriate standards, and the test certificate is available upon request. Fuel hoses are well supported, of sufficient length, and allow for the movement of the vessel.

• B- The fuel connection has a good seal.

• ت- If possible, there is a tight plug in every fuel pipe connection (a gun handle or self-closing connections are recommended).

• ث- Any hose supplying water must be of continuous length and contain no connections.

• C- Unused fuel pipes are effectively drained.

• H- Fuel hoses have sufficient operational capacity and are adequately supported.

• خ- There is a large enough collection container under the fuel hose connection(s).

3- Fuel transfers via tanker trucks should be conducted during daylight hours whenever possible. However, if fueling must occur after sunset, approval from the dock must be obtained, and additional precautions must be taken. The driver must ensure that the entire transfer area is well lit.

4- Throughout the fueling process, the tanker truck driver must remain with their truck at all times.

5- After successfully completing the fuel transfer via the tanker truck, the following procedures must be observed:

• A- Used hoses in the fueling process must be stored and secured properly to prevent any damage or accidents during transport.

• B- The tanker truck must be moved away from the fueling site once the fueling process is completed to allow for a thorough inspection of the area and ensure it is left clean and tidy.

6- In the event of an accidental leak, the fuel supplier operating the tanker truck must:

• A- Shut off the pump with the valve.

• B- Stop the tanker truck.

• C- Report the leak to the local emergency authorities.

• D- Keep all individuals and ignition sources away from the leak area.

• E- Use the spill kit available on board the vessel to contain the leak and initiate cleanup operations.

7- The tanker truck of any fuel supplier must be equipped with a backup cover to contain any oil spill. A drip tray must also be provided on the main deck to contain any oil spill on the surface.

8- The tanker truck must be equipped with an appropriate collision barrier to reduce damage to the receiving marine vessel during fueling.

9- The tanker truck must carry oil pollution control equipment and absorbent materials, as well as approved fuel dispersants at all times.

10- Regulatory regulations regarding smoking and open flames must be strictly enforced. Warning notices (warnings) must be displayed clearly and appropriately.

1- The Authority shall conduct or appoint a third party to carry out regular inspections and monitor fuel supply operations to ensure compliance with the controls and procedures.

2- In the event of non-compliance with these controls and procedures, the Authority has the authority to take the following executive actions:

• A- Issue a written warning to the concerned parties, specifying the nature of the violation and setting a timeframe for corrective actions.

• B- Temporarily suspend fuel supply operations until corrective actions are taken.

• 3- All parties involved in fuel supply operations are obligated to fully cooperate with the Authority during inspection procedures.