Discover this week’s PSC Observation of the Week (PSC FOCUS – WK : 31) 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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A renewed warning has been issued to vessels operating in Togolese waters following continued strict enforcement by Customs authorities against the informal exchange or bartering of goods between ships and local fishermen or small craft. The warning, provided by local correspondents BUDD Togo, follows an earlier alert issued on 6 […]
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Discover this week’s PSC Observation of the Week (PSC FOCUS – WK : 30) 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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Chapter 2.6.3 Were the Master and senior officers familiar with the contents and requirements of the Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP) and had these been fully implemented? Applies to: Oil Tanker | Chemical Tanker | LNG | LPG Potential Ground for Negative Observation (OBS) • The Master and/or the […]
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Important changes are coming to pilot transfer arrangements, covering pilot ladder service life, spare equipment, rigging, securing arrangements, strength requirements and installation standards. A quick reference for shipowners, operators, masters, deck officers and seafarers to start preparing ahead of the 2028 requirements. Read the key changes in the PDF below:
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Discover this week’s PSC Observation of the Week (PSC FOCUS – WK : 29) featuring real inspection findings that highlight common deficiencies identified during Port State Control inspections. Learn from actual observations, strengthen onboard compliance, and stay inspection-ready.
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Feedback – Capt. S****G Overall, Capt. S****G was a good, cooperative and gentle inspector. His approach was professional and respectful, and he interacted well with the crew. 🔹 Inspection Approach / What He Checks 🔹 Bridge 🔹 Deck / Cargo 🔹 Engine Room 🔹 Galley / Accommodation 🔹 Crew Interaction […]
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Discover this week’s PSC Observation of the Week (PSC FOCUS – WK : 28) 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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The maritime industry is entering a new era of digital navigation with the gradual introduction of the S-100 Universal Hydrographic Data Model for Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS). Developed by the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) in cooperation with regional hydrographic offices, S-100 represents a major evolution from the […]
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The safety of Indian seafarers navigating the Strait of Hormuz has come under renewed scrutiny after the Forward Seamen’s Union of India (FSUI) raised concerns that some shipowners and operators may be pressuring crews to enter the high-risk waterway despite their concerns over personal safety. The issue comes at a […]
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