Refers to: Ship-owners, Operators, Masters and Managers of PHRS certified vessels Effective Date: N/A   Dear All,   This Newsletter aims to provide guidance on requests for extensions of statutory renewal and dry-dock surveys for vessels registered under the Liberian Flag. Vessel owners and operators of Liberian vessels are expected to plan surveys and dry-docking in advance to avoid the need for extensions. Extensions will be considered only in exceptional circumstances, where due diligence is demonstrated and all reasonable efforts to complete surveys by their due dates have been made. Any extension granted will be limited to the minimum time…

Refers to: Ship-owners, Operators, Masters and Managers of PHRS certified vessels Effective Date: N/A   Dear All,   This Newsletter aims to inform all ship-owners, operators and Masters of vessels about the Top 20 detainable deficiencies identified by the Liberian Registry for December 2025, based on recent Port State Control (PSC) statistics, and to enhance awareness on common root causes, preventive measures, and survey focus areas.    The most frequently identified detainable deficiencies include: Auxiliary Engine – condition, maintenance, or operational deficiencies Maintenance of the Ship and Equipment Lifeboats – readiness, condition, launching arrangements ISM Code – ineffective implementation Main…

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 the applicable IMO Data Collection System DCS reporting formats for the upcoming reporting cycles.   Reporting Year 2025 — Current Requirement For the 2025 reporting year, companies are required to continue using the current IMO DCS reporting format. No submission of enhanced data elements is required for this reporting period.   Specifically, for reporting year 2025: Fuel oil consumption shall be reported in accordance with the existing DCS format. Enhanced data elements introduced by…

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 the launch of the Cook Islands Vessel Verification Portal, an online search and verification tool designed to enhance transparency, efficiency, and access to vessel information.   The portal allows users to verify the registration status of vessels flying the flag of the Cook Islands through a secure, web-based interface.   The information provided through the portal is intended for general reference purposes.     For more information, please contact us at technical@phrs.gr or the Maritime…

Refers to: Ship-owners, Operators, Masters and Managers of PHRS certified vessels  Effective Date: Various Dear All,    The purpose of this Newsletter is to inform all interested parties about the upcoming regulatory amendments entering into force in 2026 (January-March-July):    Amendments to LSA Code – single fall and hook systems – Adopted by MSC.554 (108) Entry into force: 1 Jan 2026   Lifeboats and rescue boats fitted with single-fall and hook systems present a risk of potential accidental release during recovery operations, similar to those equipped with twin-fall and hook systems. In response, the IMO has adopted amendments to ensure adequate…