Do industries that depend on the oceans support the Law of the Sea Convention?
A. Yes. Every major ocean industry, including shipping, fishing, oil and natural gas, drilling contractors, ship builders, and telecommunications companies that use underwater cables, support U.S. accession to the Law of the Sea. This includes the: American Petroleum Institute American Chemistry Council International Association of Drilling Contractors National Oceans Industries Association National Marine Manufacturers Association Chamber of Shipping of America U.S.