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 05/2026 issued by the Liberian Maritime Authority. The purpose of this Marine Advisory is to provide reference instrument for principles that can be reflected in the implementation of policies, legislation, and administrative measures on the fair treatment of seafarers detained on suspicion of committing crimes, and that can be tailored to different national systems and circumstances.

Requirements

The Guidelines are intended to be applied where seafarers may be investigated or detained in a jurisdiction other than that of the seafarers’ nationality on suspicion of committing or having committed crimes during the course of their employment onboard a ship.

1. Guidelines for Port or Coastal State
2. Guidelines for the Flag State
3. Guidelines for Seafarers
4. Guidelines for Shipowners

For the full text please follow the link below.

• Marine Advisory 05/2026

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.