Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during June 2024 under Paris MOU
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) announced today that four foreign flagged ship remained under detention in UK ports at the end of June after failing Paris MOU Port State Control (PSC) inspection.
During June, there were ten new detentions of a foreign flagged vessel in a UK port.
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In response to one of the recommendations of Lord Donaldson’s inquiry into the prevention of pollution from merchant shipping, the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) publishes details of the foreign flagged vessels detained in UK ports under the Paris MOU regime each month.
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The UK is part of a regional agreement on port state control known as the Paris Memorandum of Understanding on Port State Control (Paris MOU) and information on all ships that are inspected is held centrally in an electronic database known as THETIS. This allows the ships with a high-risk rating and poor detention records to be targeted for future inspection.
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Inspections of foreign flagged ships in UK ports are undertaken by surveyors from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency. When a ship is found to be not in compliance with applicable convention requirements, deficiencies may be raised. Depending on the inspection findings, the vessel may be liable for detention in these cases.
Notes on the list of detentions:
- Full details of the ship:
The accompanying detention list shows ship’s International Maritime Organisation (IMO) number which does not change throughout the ship’s life and uniquely identifies it. It also shows the ship’s name and flag state at the time of its inspection.
- Company:
The company shown in the vessel’s Safety Management Certificate (SMC) or if there is no SMC, then the party otherwise believed to be responsible for the operation of the ship at the time of inspection.
- Classification society:
The list shows the classification society responsible for classification of the ship only.
- Recognised organisation:
Responsible for conducting the statutory surveys and issuing statutory certificates on behalf of the flag state.
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White (WL), grey (GL) and black lists (BL) are issued by the Paris MoU on 01 July each year and shows the performance of the flag State.
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Deficiencies:
The deficiencies listed are those marked as Grounds for Detention. Further details of other deficiencies can be provided on request.
SHIPS DETAINED IN JUNE 2024
Vessel Name: DESPINA K
GT: 20846
IMO: 9559690
Flag: Liberia (white list)
Company: Mariners Shipping Agency SA
Classification society: Nippon Kaiji Kyokai
Recognised organisation: Nippon Kaiji Kyokai
Recognised organisation for ISM Doc: N/A (Issued by Flag)
Recognised organisation for ISM SMC : N/A (Issued by Flag)
Date and place of detention: 07 June 2024 at Newport (Gwent)
Summary: eighteen deficiencies with four grounds for detention
| Defective item | Nature of defect | Ground for Detention |
| 07106–Fire detection and alarm system | Not as required | Yes |
| 14107–Oil disch. Monitoring and control system- | Not as required | Yes |
| 07125–Evaluation of crew performance (fire drills) | Lack of familiarity | Yes |
| 15150–ISM | Not as required | Yes |
This vessel was released 19 June 2024
Vessel Name: ARAGONBORG
GT: 11885
IMO: 9466312
Flag: Netherlands (white list)
Company: Wagenborg Shipping BV
Classification society: Lloyd’s Register
Recognised organisation: Lloyd’s Register
Recognised organisation for ISM Doc: Lloyd’s Register
Recognised organisation for ISM SMC: Lloyd’s Register
Date and place of detention: 09 June 2024 at London
Summary: seventeen deficiencies with three grounds for detention
| Defective item | Nature of defect | Ground for Detention |
| 04114–Emergency source of power - Emergency generator | Not as required | Yes |
| 11101–Lifeboats | Not ready for use | Yes |
| 15150–ISM | Not as required | Yes |
This vessel was released 14 June 2024
Vessel Name: HG PERTH
GT: 18722
IMO: 9497505
Flag: Liberia (white list)
Company: Shanghai Zhengdong Shipping Co
Classification society: Bureau Veritas
Recognised organisation: China Classification Society and Bureau Veritas
Recognised organisation for ISM Doc: China Classification Society
Recognised organisation for ISM SMC: Bureau Veritas
Date and place of detention: 11 June 2024 at Newport (Gwent)
Summary: fifty deficiencies with nine grounds for detention
| Defective item | Nature of defect | Ground for Detention |
| 18306–Sleeping room, additional spaces | Not as required | Yes |
| 07105–Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions - | Not as required | Yes |
| 03108–Ventilators, air pipes, casings | Not as required | Yes |
| 14811–Ballast Water Management System | Malfunctioning | Yes |
| 11118–Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition | Not as required | Yes |
| 11112–Launching arrangements for survival craft | Not as required | Yes |
| 04109–Fire drills | Lack of control | Yes |
| 15150–ISM | Not as required | Yes |
| 07111–Personal equipment for fire safety | Not as required | Yes |
This inspection was suspended
This vessel was still under detention 30 June 2024
Vessel Name: BBG MASTER
GT: 36332
IMO: 9721982
Flag: Liberia (white list)
Company: Shanghai Oceanfrate Ship Mgmt
Classification society: China Classification Society
Recognised organisation: China Classification Society and Bureau Veritas
Recognised organisation for ISM Doc: Bureau Veritas
Recognised organisation for ISM SMC: China Classification Society
Date and place of detention: 13 June 2024 at Immingham
Summary: sixteen deficiencies with one ground for detention
| Defective item | Nature of defect | Ground for Detention |
| 15150–ISM | Not as required | Yes |
This vessel was released 16 June 2024
Vessel Name: CEG COSMOS
GT: 1139
IMO: 8303173
Flag: Latvia (grey list)
Company: Fehn Ship Management
Classification society: DNV AS
Recognised organisation: DNV AS and Lloyd’s Register
Recognised organisation for ISM Doc: Lloyd’s Register
Recognised organisation for ISM SMC: N/A (Issued by Flag)
Date and place of detention: 14 June 2024 at Ayr
Summary: nine deficiencies with two grounds for detention
| Defective item | Nature of defect | Ground for Detention |
| 02106–Hull damage impairing seaworthiness | Not as required | Yes |
| 15150–ISM | Not as required | Yes |
This vessel was released to a repair port 19 June 2024
Vessel Name: SIGMA PIONEER
GT: 20924
IMO: 9543249
Flag: Marshall Islands (white list)
Company: Sigma Shipping Ltd-MAI
Classification society: Bureau Veritas
Recognised organisation: American Bureau of Shipping and Bureau Veritas
Recognised organisation for ISM Doc: Bureau Veritas
Recognised organisation for ISM SMC: Bureau Veritas
Date and place of detention: 17 June 2024 at Liverpool
Summary: twenty-three deficiencies with one ground for detention
| Defective item | Nature of defect | Ground for Detention |
| 07125–Evaluation of crew performance (fire drills) | Lack of familiarity | Yes |
This vessel was released 30 June 2024
Vessel Name: JASMINE
GT: 2971
IMO: 9413341
Flag: Antigua and Barbuda (white list)
Company: Hmar Denizcilik Nakliyat TIC
Classification society: DNV AS
Recognised organisation: DNV AS and Croatian Register of Shipping
Recognised organisation for ISM Doc: Croatian Register of Shipping
Recognised organisation for ISM SMC: DNV AS
Date and place of detention: 18 June 2024 at Plymouth
Summary: seventeen deficiencies with one ground for detention
| Defective item | Nature of defect | Ground for Detention |
| 15150–ISM | Not as required | Yes |
This vessel was released 24 June 2024
Vessel Name: GIORGOS B
GT: 22402
IMO: 9459383
Flag: Marshall Islands (white list)
Company: AB Maritime Inc
Classification society: Bureau Veritas
Recognised organisation: Bureau Veritas
Recognised organisation for ISM Doc: Bureau Veritas
Recognised organisation for ISM SMC: Bureau Veritas
Date and place of detention: 21 June 2024 at Immingham
Summary: fourteen deficiencies with two grounds for detention
| Defective item | Nature of defect | Ground for Detention |
| 04102–Emergency fire pump and its pipes | Insufficient pressure | Yes |
| 15150–ISM | Not as required | Yes |
This vessel was released 24 June 2024
Vessel Name: BALTIC EXPRESS
GT: 1978
IMO: 9243851
Flag: Saint Kitts and Nevis (grey list)
Company: Klip Marine Shipmanagement Ltd
Classification society: Lloyds Register
Recognised organisation: Bureau Veritas, Lloyd’s Register and RINA Services S.p.A
Recognised organisation for ISM Doc: Bureau Veritas
Recognised organisation for ISM SMC: RINA Services S.p.A
Date and place of detention: 24 June 2024 at Wisbech
Summary: twelve deficiencies with four grounds for detention
| Defective item | Nature of defect | Ground for Detention |
| 10116–Nautical publications | Missing | Yes |
| 10133–Bridge operation | Lack of familiarity | Yes |
| 11110–Stowage and provision of liferafts) | Inoperative | Yes |
| 15150–ISM | Not as required | Yes |
This vessel was released 30 June 2024
Vessel Name: BALTIC ARROW
GT: 1978
IMO: 9243863
Flag: Saint Kitts and Nevis (grey list)
Company: Klip Marine Shipmanagement Ltd
Classification society: Lloyd’s Register
Recognised organisation: Bureau Veritas, Lloyd’s Register and RINA Services S.p.A
Recognised organisation for ISM Doc: Bureau Veritas
Recognised organisation for ISM SMC: RINA Services S.p.A
Date and place of detention: 26 June 2024 at Wisbech
Summary: thirty deficiencies with seven grounds for detention
| Defective item | Nature of defect | Ground for Detention |
| 10111–Charts | Not updated | Yes |
| 10136–Establishment of working language onboard | Not known | Yes |
| 11122–Radio life-saving appliances | Improperly used | Yes |
| 11124–Embarkation arrangement survival craft | Not properly maintained | Yes |
| 11129–Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances | Not properly maintained | Yes |
| 14108–15 PPM Alarm arrangmts | Not as required | Yes |
| 15150–ISM | Not as required | Yes |
This vessel was still under detention 30 June 2024
DETENTIONS CARRIED OVER FROM PREVIOUS MONTHS
Vessel Name: MIDNIGHT GLORY
GT: 29649
IMO: 9877808
Flag: Marshall Islands (white list)
Company: V Ships Norway AS
Classification society: Korean Register
Recognised organisation: Korean Register and Lloyd’s Register
Recognised organisation for ISM Doc: Lloyds Register
Recognised organisation for ISM SMC: Korean Register
Date and place of detention: 29 May 2024 at Milford Haven
Summary: nine deficiencies with four grounds for detention
| Defective item | Nature of defect | Ground for Detention |
| 11101–Lifeboats | Missing | Yes |
| 11112–Launching arrangements for survival craft | Not as required | Yes |
| 11112–Launching arrangements for survival craft | Not as required | Yes |
| 15150–ISM | Not as required | Yes |
This vessel was released 05 June 2024
Vessel Name: SHEARWATER
GT: 342
IMO: 6822216
Flag: Comoros (Black list)
Company: No ISM Company as under 500GT
Classification society: N/A
Recognised organisation: International Register of Shipping
Recognised organisation for ISM Doc: N/A Under 500GT
Recognised organisation for ISM SMC: N/A Under 500GT
Date and place of detention: 30th June 2022 at Leith
Summary: Seven deficiencies with four grounds for detention
| Defective item | Nature of defect | Ground for Detention |
| 07109–Fixed fire extinguishing installation | Not as required | Yes |
| 07113–Fire pumps and its pipes | Inoperative | Yes |
| 07113–Fire pumps and its pipes | Inoperative | Yes |
| 11104–Rescue boats - | Insufficient | Yes |
This vessel was still under detention 30 June 2024
Vessel Name: TECOIL POLARIS (Now known as Arves Oil)
GT: 1814
IMO No: 8883290
Flag: Russian Federation (Grey list) at the time of detention
Company: Tecoil Shipping Ltd
Classification society: Russian Maritime Register of Shipping
Recognised organisation: Russian Maritime Register of Shipping
Recognised organisation for ISM DOC: Russian Maritime Register of Shipping
Recognised organisation for ISM SMC: Russian Maritime Register of Shipping
Date and place of detention: 6th June 2018 at Immingham
Summary: Twenty-seven deficiencies with six grounds for detentions
| Defective item | Nature of defect | Ground for Detention |
| 10104–Gyro compass | Inoperative | Yes |
| 10127–Voyage or passage plan | Not as required | Yes |
| 15150–ISM | Not as required | Yes |
| 11104–Rescue boats | Not properly maintained | Yes |
| 11101–Lifeboats | Not ready for use | Yes |
| 01117–International Oil Pollution Prevention (IOPP) | Invalid | Yes |
This vessel was still under detention 30 June 2024
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