Section 28
of Land Control And Management Sipadan Island Rules 1996
Section 28
No person shall use his vessel to carry passengers to the Island unless such vessel has been registered with the District Officer.
(2)
Any owner of a vessel desirous of engaging in the business of transporting passengers to the Island shall register his vessel with the District Officer who may issue a permit which shall be subject to such conditions as he may impose. Only applications from owners of licensed vessels, permitted to carry passengers by the Marine
Department and in the charge of a competent serang will be considered.
(3)
The District Officer may charge a fee of RM 10.00 for the issue of a permit under this rule.
(4)
The District Officer may in his absolute discretion refuse to register any vessel under this rule.
(5)
A registered vessel, when engaged in the transport of passengers to the
Island, shall carry a sign board conspicuously displayed on the vessel to the effect that it is authorised to carry passengers to the Island.
(6)
No vessel of any description shall anchor within the waters of the Island except at a place set apart for the purpose by an Authorised Officer.
Landing of helicopter.