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…

Refers to: Ship-owners, Operators, Masters and Managers of PHRS certified vessels Effective Date:  Immediate   Dear All,                     This newsletter of MMC-403 is to stress the importance and commitment of minimizing the abuse of alcohol, drugs, and other harmful substances, while also addressing concerns related to HIV/AIDS and other health risks that may impact safety and operational efficiency onboard vessels.   General Duties and Rights Outlining responsibilities of companies and seafarers in promoting a safe and healthy working environment.   Alcohol and Drug Policy Guidelines Recommendations on the content and implementation of an effective onboard policy to address alcohol and…

  Refers to: Ship-owners, Operators, Masters and Managers of PHRS certified vessels Action Date: 18/03/26   Dear All,                    This Newsletter aims to inform all concerned parties about the Revision of Maritime Circular No. 31 issued by the Sierra Leone Maritime Administration. The purpose of this Maritime circular is to outline the procedure, scope and requirements for Flag Safety Inspections of Sierra Leonean vessels.   Application The aim of Flag Safety Inspections (FSIs) is to enhance the safety standards of Sierra Leonean vessels and decrease the number of deficiencies that may result in the detention of the ship from Port…

  Refers to: Ship-owners, Operators, Masters and Managers of PHRS certified vessels Action Date: Immediate   Dear All,                    This Newsletter aims to inform all concerned parties about this Merchant Marine Circular MMC-407 in order to provide guidance to users of Panama Ship Registry regarding the requirements applicable to vessels after their registration under the Panama Ship Registry.   Scope In according with the provisions of item 25 of Article 30 of Decree Law No. 7 of February 10, 1998, as amended by Article 187 of Law No. 57 of August 6, 2008, one of the functions of the General…

  Refers to: Ship-owners, Operators, Masters and Managers of PHRS certified vessels Action Date: Immediate   Dear All,                    This Newsletter aims to inform all concerned parties about this Technical Service Circular No. 01/2026 issued by G-B International Ship Registry. The purpose of this circular is to summarize the key outcomes of the 36th Extraordinary Session of the Council, held on 18 and 19 March at the headquarters of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in London.   The session was convened at the request of Member States in response to the urgent and evolving situation affecting shipping and seafarers in…