🐋Modification of LOA for Marine Mammals in Geophysical Surveys
Taking and Importing Marine Mammals; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Geophysical Surveys Related to Oil and Gas Activities in the Gulf of Mexico
Summary
In accordance with the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), as amended, its implementing regulations, and NMFS' MMPA Regulations for Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Geophysical Surveys Related to Oil and Gas Activities in the Gulf of Mexico (GOM), notification is hereby given that NMFS has modified the expiration date of a Letter of Authorization (LOA) issued to bp Exploration and Production, Inc., (bp) for the taking of marine mammals incidental to geophysical survey activity in the GOM.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
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The modification of the Letter of Authorization (LOA) for BP to conduct geophysical surveys related to oil and gas activities demonstrates compliance and regulatory requirements that directly affect business operations in the oil and gas sector. The implications are particularly relevant for companies involved in marine mammal interactions, highlighting the need for adherence to environmental regulations.