Podgorica, (MINA-BUSINESS) – The Government announced that a total of 30 inspections were carried out, 12 irregularities were identified, and nearly €23,000 in fines were imposed in a coordinated operation to combat illegal yacht rentals, known as “Black Charter”.

The operation began on 10 June at the initiative of Milutin Butovic, President of the Coordination Body for the Harmonization and Monitoring of Inspections.

“The joint operation involved the tourism inspection, tax inspection, and navigation safety inspection services, with the aim of suppressing the informal economy and ensuring a level playing field for all businesses operating in accordance with the law,” the Government said in a press release. 

During the operation, a total of 30 inspections were carried out. 

Thirteen irregularities were detected, 12 misdemeanor notices were issued, and in two cases warnings were given requiring the correction of identified deficiencies. 

The total amount of fines imposed reached nearly €23,000.