Applicability and delayed implementation for existing vessels.

This part applies to all towing vessels subject to this subchapter. (a) With the exception § 140.500, which has a later implementation date, an existing towing vessel must comply with the requirements in this part no later than either July 20, 2018 or the date the vessel obtains a Certificate of Inspection (COI), whichever date is earlier. (b) The delayed implementation provisions in paragraph (a) of this section do not apply to a new towing vessel.