Every RightShip inspection tells a story about how well a vessel is really run — not just what’s written in the manuals, but how consistently the crew lives up to it day to day. This week, we take a closer look at what inspectors focus on, where the majority of […]
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This week’s RISQ Inspection Focus looks at two areas inspectors consistently check onboard: how accurately the Officer Matrix reflects who is actually serving on the vessel, and how well the Master and Navigation Officers can demonstrate their ECDIS familiarisation. QUESTION 2.13 – Keeping the Officer Matrix Accurate and Current An […]
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Discover this week’s PSC Observation of the Week (PSC FOCUS – WK : 26) featuring real Port State Control inspection findings that highlight common deficiencies identified onboard ships. Learn from actual observations, strengthen onboard compliance, and stay inspection-ready.
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SIRE Inspection at Antwerp, BE Date: 23-Jul-2026 Oil Major: Shell Inspector: Mr. Grd** M**y Documentation and discussions regarding our SMS procedures/compliance in master cabin ( 3 Hrs) During the documentation review and discussions regarding our SMS procedures and compliance The inspector had extensive and detailed questions and discussions regarding the […]
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Chapter 2.6.1 Were the Master, deck officers and engineer officers familiar with the vessel’s Ballast Water Management Plan and were records available to demonstrate that ballast handling had been conducted in accordance with the plan? Applies to: Oil Tanker | Chemical Tanker | LNG | LPG Potential Ground for Negative […]
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A data-led briefing on AI in risk management, operational efficiency drivers, and the direction of standardised vessel inspections. This briefing summarises three key developments shaping maritime risk management today: the rise of AI-led inspection analysis, the operational factors driving efficiency gains, and the industry’s shift toward standardised inspection frameworks. AI […]
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Questions Covered: 2.4 – Is the vessel’s manning in compliance with the Safe Manning Certificate? 2.5 – Do all personnel maintain rest period/work hours and are the rest hours in compliance with STCW or MLC requirements? 2.4 – Safe Manning Certificate Compliance Minimum safe manning is the level of manning […]
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The United Kingdom has officially extended its Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) to the maritime sector, introducing new carbon compliance requirements for qualifying vessels operating on domestic UK voyages. Effective 1 July 2026, shipowners and charterers must comply with mandatory emissions monitoring, reporting and carbon allowance obligations, marking another significant […]
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The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) has raised serious concerns over the continued abandonment of six seafarers aboard the general cargo vessel Lady Mina (IMO 880113), which remains detained at the Port of Las Palmas, Spain, following the discovery of multiple alleged violations of international maritime regulations. According to the […]
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The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has officially confirmed that the 2010 International Convention on Liability and Compensation for Damage in Connection with the Carriage of Hazardous and Noxious Substances by Sea (2010 HNS Convention) will enter into force on 29 November 2027, marking one of the most significant developments in […]
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