1. PURPOSE This Newsletter aims to inform all interested parties about the publication of Marine Circular: 10/26 by the Barbados Maritime Ship Registry. This Circular provides information on the Barbados Maritime Ship Registry's (BMSR) welcome of newbuilding vessel registrations, outlining the applicable requirements and the practical advantages of choosing Barbados as the flag State during the newbuilding stage.   2. BACKGROUND The current international maritime environment presents Shipowners and operators with an opportunity to reconsider their flag selection, including during the construction phase of a vessel. BMSR recognizes that the newbuilding stage represents the most practical and administratively straightforward…

  1. SCOPE & PURPOSE 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 May 2026, 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 (with codes) include: Auxiliary engine – 13102 Propulsion main engine – 13101 Maintenance of the ship and equipment – 15109 Lifeboats – 11101 Gauges, thermometers etc. – 13103 Fire fighting equipment and appliances - 7110 Fire-dampers – 7115 ISM – 15150…

  1. SCOPE & PURPOSE This Newsletter aims to inform all interested parties about the publication of Maritime Circular IMM-133 (26) by the International Merchant Marine Registry of Belize. This Circular entered into force on 21 May 2026 and provides information regarding IMMARBE’s intention to commence the issuance of Flag State-related certificates in electronic format (e-certificates) for vessels flying the Belize flag, as well as guidance on their use, acceptance, and verification.   For the full text please follow the link below Maritime Circular IMM-133 (26)   For any questions or further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us…

1. PURPOSE & SCOPE - Vessel Transit Near Iranian Territorial Waters This Newsletter aims to inform all interested parties about the publication of Merchant Marine Notice-05/26 by the Panama Maritime Authority. This Notice informs all Panamanian-flagged vessels operating near Iran, Israel, the Persian Gulf, Gulf of Oman and Strait of Hormuz of the security risk due to the recent increase of tensions within the Middle East, which could have a direct impact on vessels and crew. The Panama Maritime Administration strongly recommends all Panamanian-flagged vessels to take all security measures and avoid transiting through the above areas. For the full…

  1. PURPOSE & SCOPE - KEY DETAINABLE DEFICIENCIES FOR PANAMA - FLAGGED VESSELS UNDER ITALY PORT STATE CONTROL (PSC) INSPECTIONS – 2025 Panama flag has published a new Merchant Marine Notice No. MMN-13, aiming to notify stakeholders and parties concerned of the most frequent detainable deficiencies identified during Port State Control (PSC) inspections on Panamanian-flagged vessels within Italy jurisdictional waters (Paris MoU) during 2025, with the objective of mitigating detention risk, enhancing vessel safety, and maintaining the high-performance standing of the Panama Ship Registry. The Panama Maritime Authority expects all Panamanian-flagged vessels to ensure full and continuous compliance with…