Refers to: Ship-owners, Operators, Masters and Managers of PHRS certified vessels
Effective Date: Immediate
Dear All,
The purpose of Newsletter is to ensure crew awareness of vessels registered with the Saint Kitts and Nevis (SKAN) International Ship Registry on Marine Casualty Investigations. This circular serves to reinforce the importance of proper reporting procedures following a marine casualty or incident, in line with the IMO’s Casualty Investigation Code as adopted by Resolution MSC.255(84). The Code outlines internationally recognized standards and recommended practices for conducting marine safety investigations.
All vessels under the Saint Kitts and Nevis (SKAN) flag are required to fully comply with the provisions of the Casualty Investigation Code.
In the event of a marine casualty or incident, a preliminary report must be submitted without delay to the SKAN Registry via mail@skanregistry.com.
The initial email should include the following:
- Vessel name and IMO number
- Date, time, and location of the incident
- A clear description of the event
- Any immediate safety actions taken
To support effective investigation, preservation of all relevant evidence is critical. This includes:
- Securing data from the Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) – its retrieval is mandatory
- Retaining time-sensitive materials such as CCTV footage, electronic records, and logs
- In the event the accident scene must be disturbed before investigators arrive, the area must be fully photographed, documented, and system settings recorded in detail prior to any alterations
For the full text please follow the link below.
For any questions or further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at technical@phrs.gr or Saint Kitts and Nevis office at mail@skanregistry.com