The International Oil Pollution Prevention (IOPP) Certificate required by MARPOL is issued to U.S. flag MODUs by the __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — U.S. Coast Guard
The U.S. Coast Guard is the designated administration for issuing statutory certificates to U.S.-flagged vessels, including the International Oil Pollution Prevention (IOPP) Certificate. This authority is derived from the Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships (APPS) and ensures that U.S. MODUs meet international MARPOL standards.
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