Tag: #MaritimeCompliance
AMSA Warns Operators: Seafarer Rights Are Non-Negotiable
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has imposed another vessel ban after identifying serious breaches of seafarer welfare regulations, marking the third enforcement action of its kind in less than two months. On 23 April 2026, AMSA inspectors conducted a Port State Control inspection onboard the Liberia-flagged vessel FPMC B […]
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Are Shipping Companies Walking Into a Sanctions Trap in the Strait of Hormuz?
Rising geopolitical tensions are placing global shipping under renewed scrutiny. The U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control has issued a strong warning: companies could face sanctions if they make any form of payment to Iran in exchange for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. This critical waterway—handling nearly 20% […]
Read more2025 Annual Inspections Report
Key Points from the 2025 Annual Inspections Report Rising inspections, evolving risks, and deeper insights into vessel performance—this report highlights how the maritime industry is improving compliance while still facing critical challenges in safety management, maintenance, and operational discipline. A closer look reveals where the real risks lie and what […]
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What Does a Shipowner Actually Do? 5 Core Responsibilities in Maritime Trade
In the world of maritime trade, the shipowner is far more than simply the legal owner of a vessel. They are the backbone of every voyage — the party responsible for ensuring the ship is fit, legal, compliant, and commercially reliable from port to port. While charterers, shippers, and agents […]
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Updates on SOLAS CH II‑1/3‑6
Revised interpretation of requirements to Permanent Means of Access (PMA) IMPORTANT NOTICE For ships fitted with Permanent Means of Access (PMA), the revised interpretation from the IMO introduces additional requirements that must be followed by ship owners and managers. This revised interpretation is particularly relevant for oil tankers and bulk […]
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WK6 – PSC Focus: Top Challenging Ports & Top 20 PSC Observations
Top Deficiency Areas Leading to Detentions 1. Lifeboats (1101) Category: Life Saving Appliances Associated Detentions: 788 2. Fixed fire extinguishing installation (07109) Category: Fire Safety Associated Detentions: 775 3. Fire detection and alarm system (07106) Category: Fire Safety Associated Detentions: 743 4. Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions (07105) Category: Fire […]
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