– This was revealed during a search of two of the company’s ships, Assistant Chief of Staff Sølvi Elvedahl states in a press release. – Serious violation The weapons and ammunition that were found have been seized by the Governor of Svalbard. – We consider the situation to be a serious violation of the weapons legislation and the shipping company must expect a corporate penalty. In addition, the confiscation of weapons and ammunition will be considered, says Elvedahl. – The Governor is now actively monitoring that the weapons regulations are followed, she continues. The amount of weapons and ammunition that has been brought into the archipelago makes this a serious matter, Elvedahl tells news. – We are now investigating a case in relation to weapons being brought into Svalbard without permission from the police, says the assistant Governor.
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Several illegal weapons seized on ships off Svalbard – news Troms and Finnmark
