31.   Maritime authorities began clearing up an oil spill on the Sea of Japan, but warned strong winds Thursday could widen the area affected by the slick.

32.   Maritime authorities closed the port of Acapulco to fishing and recreation boats Thursday.

33.   Maritime authorities have fixed booms around the vessel to contain the spillage while firemen have been spraying dispersant chemicals to dilute the heavy bunker oil.

34.   Maritime authorities said that while the maritime industry is still growing, it must meet IMO standards.

35.   Maritime authorities in Malaysia and the Philippines joined forces Monday in the search for a Malaysian oil tanker believed to have been hijacked in the South China Sea.

36.   Mozambique maritime authorities say they do not have the resources to patrol the coastline.

37.   She said the message that the Calarasi was adrift without engine power was intercepted by another cargo ship, the Cold Stream, which notified maritime authorities.

38.   Still, critics say the casualties, if not the accidents, could be have been fewer if maritime authorities were more alert and conscientious.

39.   Still, French maritime authorities were to fly over the site on Sunday to evaluate the potential for any environmental damage.

40.   The maritime authority said the situation was under control.