Shipyard fined for polluting hamlets

The central province of Khanh Hoa has decided to fine the Hyundai-Vinashin Shipyard for its violation of the Law on Environment.

Hyundai-Vinashin will have to pay VND 85 million (US$5,300), for its discharge of used NIX particle into the surrounding environment during the process of ship repair. The act has caused pollution, particularly to My Giang and Ninh Yen hamlets, Ninh Phuoc Commune, Ninh Hoa District.