act as a copy editor and rephrase the following text including improving the grammar and vocabulary but minimise changes to the meaning. The text is the following: The MLC, 2006 applies to a wide range of ships operating on international and national or domestic voyages. Exceptions include those navigating exclusively in inland waters or waters within, closely adjacent to sheltered waters or areas where port regulations apply; those engaged in fishing or similar pursuits; and ships of traditional build such as dhows and junks and warships or naval auxiliaries. Write your answer without using the letter x whatsoever in your entire response.
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