Refers to: Ship-owners, Operators, Masters and Managers of PHRS certified vessels

Effective Date:  Immediate

Dear All,

This Newsletter aims to inform all concerned parties about this Marine Advisory 04/2026 issued by the Liberian Maritime Authority. The purpose of this Marine Advisory is to remind all ship-owners and operators to develop policies and measures to prevent and address harassment and bullying onboard ships. The Advisory also aims to assist seafarers to:

1. recognize cases of harassment and/or bullying
2. identify incidents through the use of effective grievance procedures
3. become involved in situations where they see others being harassed and bullied and to offer support to them when necessary
4. avoid bullying and harassing others
5. report if bullying and harassment are observed or experienced
6. comply with companies’ policies
7. apply any other applicable measures.

For the full text please follow the link below.

• Marine Advisory 04/2026

For any questions or further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at technical@phrs.gr or Liberian Maritime Authority at MLC@liscr.com.