Researchers call for restrictions on small vessel noise

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A new study has found that small vessels create more noise pollution than container ships and its authors are calling for regulations to address the problem.

While the IMO has regulations on noise from larger vessels, there are none for the smaller motorboats, fishing vessels, ferries and yachts, the researchers said.

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