SOLAS FSS CODE UPDATE – FIRE SAFETY REQUIREMENT FOR RORO, PASSENGER,& CARGO SHIPS

The IMO has introduced significant amendments through MSC.550(108) and MSC.555(108), updating SOLAS Chapter II-2 and the FSS Code to enhance fire safety standards for Ro-Ro, passenger, and cargo ships, effective from 1 January 2026. These changes are driven by lessons learned from past fire incidents and findings from EMSA’s FIRESAFE […]

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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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