{"id":194,"date":"2026-03-23T06:10:37","date_gmt":"2026-03-23T06:10:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marinersupdate.com\/blog\/?p=194"},"modified":"2026-03-23T06:10:38","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T06:10:38","slug":"wk-5-psc-global-performance-update-jan-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/marinersupdate.com\/blog\/wk-5-psc-global-performance-update-jan-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"WK 5: PSC GLOBAL PERFORMANCE UPDATE (JAN 2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Deficiency: Where the Fleet is Failing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The start of 2026 has brought a surge in Port State Control activity. With 19,234 deficiencies<\/strong> recorded globally in January alone, the industry average has climbed to nearly 3 per vessel<\/strong>. As the 2026 CIC on Cargo Securing<\/strong> begins to loom, and new Lifting Appliance<\/strong> rules take effect, crews must shift from reactive to proactive maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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High-Observation Categories & Critical Findings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Analysis of January data shows that 5 Categories<\/strong> account for over 70% of all detentions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Fire Safety<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Observations:<\/strong> Fire dampers not closing fully, defective emergency fire pumps, and frozen isolation valves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • The “Jan 2026” Trend:<\/strong> High focus on fixed CO2 system<\/strong> maintenance records and the condition of fire-fighter outfits (SCBA bottle pressure and mask integrity).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    2. Safety of Navigation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Observations:<\/strong> Outdated ENC charts, faulty VDR (Voyage Data Recorder) sensors, and improper passage planning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Critical Note:<\/strong> PSC officers are increasingly checking Master\u2019s Standing Orders<\/strong> vs. actual bridge practices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      3. Life Saving Appliances<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Observations:<\/strong> Lifeboat engine failure to start within 2 minutes, launching appliance corrosion, and expired hydrostatic release units<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        4. Emergency Systems<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Observations:<\/strong> Emergency generator failing to take load during “blackout” simulations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • New for 2026:<\/strong> Stricter checks on Emergency Lighting<\/strong> in engine room escape trunks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          5. Environmental Protection (MARPOL \/ BWM)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • The BWM Focus:<\/strong> As of 2026, PSC is moving beyond “paperwork checks” to actual Ballast Water Management<\/strong> sampling in many Tokyo MoU ports.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            New Regulatory Alerts (Effective Jan 1, 2026)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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            • Lifting Appliances (SOLAS II-1\/3-13):<\/strong> New mandatory requirements for the design, testing, and maintenance of onboard cranes and winches are now in force.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

               Is your Register of Lifting Gear updated?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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              • Lost Containers:<\/strong> New MARPOL\/SOLAS amendments require mandatory reporting of lost containers via standardized protocols.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                #PortStateControl #TokyoMoU #ParisMoU #BlackSeaMoU #ShipDetention #PSCObservations #MaritimeCompliance #VesselInspection #IMORules2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                #ShippingIndustry #MerchantNavy #BallastWaterManagement #MaritimeTech #SOLAS #MARPOL #MaritimeLaw #GlobalShipping #LogisticsNews #MaritimePost #MarinersUpdate #SeafarersNews #DeckOfficer #MarineEngineer #ShipManagement #MaritimeSafety #SafetyAtSea #LifeAtSea<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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