Refers to: Ship Owners / Managers/ Operators of Panamanian flagged vessels, PHRS Surveyors / Representatives
Action Date: Immediate
The purpose of subject newsletter is to inform all interested parties regarding the SSAS Test Instructions issued by Panama Flag Administration via MMC-133.
More specifically, the purpose of this MMC-133 is to update the instructions and procedures of the Ship Security Alert System (SSAS) according to SOLAS 74’, as amended Chapter XI-2 Reg. 6, the IMO Resolution MSC 136(76) and Resolution No.106-107-DGMM dated October 9th, 2017 (Visit Maritime Security link, ISPS Regulations, SSAS).
Merchant Marine Circular 133 can be found here, in full detail.
Furthermore, an example of the SSAS TEST confirmation through the online Platform, according to the MMC-133, can be found here.
Do not hesitate to contact us for more information you may need on the above.
October 19th, 2020 - PHRS Head Office