(Supersedes: Marine Notice ISM-001, dated 07/2024)   1. SCOPE & PURPOSE This Newsletter aims to inform all ship-owners, operators and Masters of vessels about the issuance of Marine Notice – ISM-001 Rev. 09/26 by the Liberian Registry. This Marine Notice advises and provides guidelines to owners, operators, and masters of Liberian flagships concerning the Administration's requirements for compliance with the International Safety Management Code (ISM Code). These guidelines provide the Liberian National Requirements for Companies and vessels seeking ISM Code certification. They also contain the Administration's policies and interpretations regarding application and implementation of the ISM Code to ensure compliance…

1. SCOPE & PURPOSE This Newsletter aims to inform all ship-owners, operators and Masters of vessels about the issuance of Marine Advisory: 22/2026 by the Liberian Registry. This Marine Advisory provides information about the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) position on statutory certificate extensions granted or used contrary to applicable Convention and Code requirements. It provides practical measures for Liberian flagged vessels trading to Australia and for companies requesting or relying on such extensions. AMSA Marine Notice states that a vessel found with statutory certification extended contrary to Convention or Code requirements may be detained during a port State control…

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 October 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 Lifeboats – 11101 Maintenance of the ship and equipment – 15109 Gauges, thermometers etc. – 13103 Fire-dampers –7115 Fire fighting equipment and appliances – 7110 ISM – 15150 Ventilators, air…

1. SCOPE This Newsletter is issued to help surveyors identify serious deficiencies that could lead to PSC detention and ensure that the ship is safe to sail. A ship may be detained when deficiencies are so serious that the PSCO must verify their rectification before the ship can sail. Surveyors should pay particular attention to: Certificates & Crew: Valid statutory certificates, minimum safe manning and crew competence. Navigation: Charts, passage plan, bridge equipment and watchkeeping. Cargo Safety: Gas detection, alarms, ventilation and cargo monitoring. Engine Room: Emergency generator, emergency fire pump, quick-closing valves, OWS and oil leaks. Propulsion & Steering:…

1. INTRODUCTION   Recently, the Tokyo-MOU issued a press release announcing revisions to the performance calculation methods for Flag States and Recognized Organizations (ROs). These performance results will be used in the Tokyo-MOU's annual report and will serve as a core basis for the new National Inspection (NIR) mechanism to determine vessel risk profiles and conduct vessel selection inspections. This will have a significant impact on port state control vessel selection and the performance ratings of Flag States and classification societies in the Asia-Pacific region. Shipping companies, ship management companies, and classification societies need to pay close attention to these…