NINE FOREIGN FLAGGED SHIPS UNDER DETENTION IN THE UK DURING DECEMBER 2012
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) announced today that nine foreign flagged ships were under detention in UK ports during December 2012 after failing Port State Control (PSC) inspection.
Latest monthly figures show that there were five new detentions of foreign flagged vessels in UK ports during December 2012 and four vessels remained under detention from previous months. Only three vessels remained under detention at the end of December. The overall rate of detentions compared with inspections carried out over the last twelve months was 3.52% this is slightly up from November’s twelve month rate.
Out of the detained vessels five were registered with a flag state listed on the Paris MOU white list, two was registered with a flag state on the grey list, one was registered with a flag state on the black list, one was unregistered and none were registered with a flag state that was not included on the Paris MOU white, grey or black lists.
1. In response to one of the recommendations of Lord Donaldson's Inquiry into the prevention of pollution from merchant shipping and in compliance with the EU Directive on Port State Control (2009/16/EC as amended), the Maritime and Coastguard agency (MCA) publishes full details of the foreign flagged vessels detained in UK ports each month.
2. Inspections of foreign flagged ships in UK ports are undertaken by surveyors from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency. Where a ship is found to be deficient or lacks the required documentation, Maritime and Coastguard Agency surveyors can take a range of actions leading to detention in serious cases. The UK is part of a regional agreement on port state control known as the Paris Memorandum of Understanding on Port State Control (Paris MOU) and information on all ships that are inspected is held centrally in an electronic database known as Thetis. This allows the ships of flags with poor detention records to be targeted for future inspection.
3. Detained ships have to satisfy surveyors that remedial work has been carried out before they are allowed to leave port.
4. When applicable the list includes those passenger craft prevented from operating under the provisions of the EU Directive on Mandatory Surveys for the safe operation of regular Ro-Ro ferry and high speed passenger craft services (1999/35/EU).
Notes on the list of detentions
Full details of the ship.
The accompanying detention list shows ship’s name, the flag state and the ship’s International Maritime Organization (IMO) number which is unchanging throughout the ship’s life and uniquely identifies it.
Company.
The company shown in the vessel’s Safety Management Certificate or the party otherwise believed to be responsible for the safety of the ship at the time of inspection.
Classification Society.
The list shows the Classification Society responsible for classing the ship and not necessarily the party issuing and/or carrying out surveys for certificates relevant to the defect found.
Recognised Organisation.
The "organisation"- responsible for conducting the statutory surveys: and issuing statutory certificates, (on behalf of the Flag State).
Defects.
The list gives a summary of the main grounds for detention and includes information where the ship has been released to sail to another port for repairs.
SHIPS DETAINED IN DECEMBER 2012
Date and Place of detention: - 03 December 2012 Barry
Vessel name: - FINJA (General Cargo)
GT: - 1925
Imo No: - 7724564
Flag: - Cook Islands
Company: - Ohle Jurgen Reederei KG
Classification Society: - Germanischer Lloyd (GL)
Recognised Organisation: - Germanischer Lloyd (GL)
Recognised Organisation for ISM: - Germanischer Lloyd (GL)
Summary: - Eighteen deficiencies including four with grounds for detention.
The vessel was detained as there was a number fire safety issues as the emergency fire pump was not operational as the fittings were incompatible with hose; the silver coating was delaminating on the fire fighting suits; there are two fighting torches missing; one of the breathing apparatus was unable to hold pressure. Due to ten deficiencies being marked as ISM, there was objective evidence of a serious failure, or lack of effectiveness of the implementation of the ISM Code.
Other deficiencies identified included the certificate of receipt of application for the Chief Engineer and Chief Mate had expired, the Oily Water Separator (OWS) calibration certificate Oily Water Separator (OWS) was not as required. There were fire doors being held open and self closing mechanism was not operational; the fire hose nozzle was damaged and the oxy/acetetylene bottle hose fittings were in poor condition. The service for the emergency escape breathing device had expired. A number of self closing sounding cocks were not closing correctly in the engine room and there was oil in the engine room bilges. The MF DSC test call was not being carried out weekly; the compass correction log was not as required and bubbles were found in the compass. The records of rest were not kept up to date and official log book not completed since 30 November 2012 and no record of drills carried out. There was also a security related defect.
The vessel was released on the 07 December 2012.
Date and Place of detention: - 04 December 2012 Southampton
Vessel name: - THAMES (Dredger)
GT: - 2929
Imo No: - 7340631
Flag: - Cook Islands
Company: - Torbulk Ltd
Classification Society: - International Naval Surveys Bureau (INSB)
Recognised Organisation: - International Naval Surveys Bureau (INSB)
Recognised Organisation for ISM: - International Naval Surveys Bureau (INSB)
Summary: - Twenty-five deficiencies including one with grounds for detention.
The vessel was detained in Southampton as ten deficiencies marked as ISM were objective evidence of a serious failure, or lack of effectiveness of the implementation of the ISM Code.
Other deficiencies identified included the Stability information booklet has not been approved by flag state and does not represent the vessel in current condition; there are no records of stability calculations being carried out in the past and none for the forthcoming voyage. The fire drill conducted was not to a satisfactory standard and the emergency fire pump suction hose was loose and leaking; along with temporary repairs on the fire main pipework and leaking fire hydrants. The main engine had sea water leaking from pipes and the stern tube sealing water pipe had failed; there was oily mixture in the engine room bilges (aft). There was a lack of SART testing in the GMDSS log book; the originals of ISSC and SMC were not on board; there was no CEC for Chief mate; the crane lacked being marked
‘do not use’as no load test carried out. Several hand rails were damaged as they were either missing, bent and buckled or the chain attached to the vessel with welding rod and string; the main deck had loose plating covering the overspill areas; the emergency light lamp and diffuser was missing in the starboard (aft) void space. The vent closure to pump room will not seal as it is corroded and the door is bent. The Hopper/aft pump room bulkhead was damaged in several places and must be repaired to satisfaction of classification society. The port discharge bucket was able to go beyond its operating limit and cause damage. The transfer winch emergency stop sparked when touched, the cover was missing and had heavily corroded wires. The lifeboats seasickness tablets had expired, the vessel medical equipment was out of date and there was a security related defect.
The vessel was released on the 12 December 2012.
Date and Place of detention: - 04 December 2012 Groveport, Scunthorpe
Vessel name: - DORIS T (General Cargo)
GT: - 1973
Imo No: - 7626748
Flag: - Antigua & Barbuda
Company: - Afalita Shipping
Classification Society: - Bureau Veritas (BV)
Recognised Organisation: - Bureau Veritas (BV), Lloyd Registry (LR), Russian Maritime Register of Shipping (RMRS)
Recognised Organisation for ISM: - Russian Maritime Register of Shipping (RMRS)
Summary: - Eleven deficiencies including four with grounds for detention.
The vessel was detained in Groveport as the main propulsion engine was inoperative; the main sea water inlet pipework was cracked before an isolation valve; the failure to report the engine and pipework failures to the relevant authorities. Due to deficiencies being marked as ISM, there was objective evidence of a serious failure, or lack of effectiveness of the implementation of the ISM Code.
Other deficiencies included the main engine room lighting to be renewed and proven to be operational; the light base was to be repaired and the main mast radar platform was stiffening and needed repair. The GMDSS battery box needed to be replaced and there was a large bubble inside the magnetic compass. The cladding on the generator exhaust in the funnel was heavily corroded and the provisions store flooring to be repaired with an impervious material.
The vessel was released on the 14 December 2012.
Date and Place of detention: - 11 December 2012 Tyne
Vessel name: - OCEAN MORNING (Bulk Carrier)
GT: - 30053
Imo No: - 9244843
Flag: - Panama
Company: - United Ocean Ship Management Pte Ltd
Classification Society: - Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (NKK)
Recognised Organisation: - Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (NKK)
Recognised Organisation for ISM: - Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (NKK)
Summary: - Eighteen deficiencies including one with grounds for detention.
The vessel was detained in Tyne as twelve deficiencies were marked as ISM, which demonstrate there was objective evidence of a serious failure, or lack of effectiveness of the implementation of the ISM Code.
There were several fire related deficiencies identified including there being a lack of control at the fire drill; The oil mist detector was inoperable; two breathing apparatus sets were inoperable and several breathing apparatus bottles empty; the vessel was not complying with hot work permit as there was no extinguisher available; a fire main on board had a leak from a joint.
Other deficiencies identified there was a lack of control at the abandon ship drill and 1 life jacket was condemned with class to confirm if lifejackets conform to SOLAS requirements. Several pipes were corroded through and also had rubber patch repair on them and the cylinder lube-oil storage tank air pipe was corroded through. In the engine room - lube-oil gauge glass valve held open, the EEBD in the workshop shows low pressure and not all lights were working on escape. The aft mast navigation light was inoperative; several mooring ropes had broken strands; the number one hold tank top was holed during cargo loading. The hours of rest for the Master and Chief engineer were not as required and there was a security related defect.
The vessel was released on the 18 December 2012.
Date and Place of detention: - 16 December 2012 Teignmouth
Vessel name: - SANDETTIE (General Cargo)
GT: - 2088
Imo No: - 9214018
Flag: - Netherlands
Company: - Sandettie CV
Classification Society: - Bureau Veritas (BV)Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (NKK)
Recognised Organisation: - Bureau Veritas (BV) Det Norske Veritas (DNV)
Recognised Organisation for ISM: - Bureau Veritas (BV) Det Norske Veritas (DNV)
Summary: - Six deficiencies including three with grounds for detention.
The vessel was detained in Teignmouth as manning not in accordance with Minimum Manning Safety Document, as the master was in custody ashore. There was no look out during the hours of darkness and there was an ISM deficiency as deficiencies marked as ISM, there was objective evidence of a serious failure, or lack of effectiveness of the implementation of the ISM Code.
Other deficiencies identified were the hull was damaged and impairing seaworthiness; the ship sanitation certificate was not as required and fire detection zones had not been identified.
The vessel was released on the 20 December 2012.
DETENTIONS CARRIED OVER FROM PREVIOUS MONTHS
Date and Place of detention: - 30 November 2012 Grangemouth
Vessel name: - ROOSTER II (Other Cargo/Standby Supply)
GT: - 844
Imo No: - 7531620
Flag: - Togo
Company: - Val Energy SA
Classification Society: - Columbus American Register (CAR)
Recognised Organisation: - Columbus American Register (CAR)
Recognised Organisation for ISM: - Columbus American Register (CAR)
Summary: - Fourteen deficiencies including five with grounds for detention.
The vessel was detained in Grangemouth as there were no immersion suits on board; the Continuous Synopsis Record was not on board; stability information for forthcoming voyage was incomplete; the emergency fire pump is not working and several vents, air pipes and emergency exits were not water tight.
Other deficiencies identified included the wrong information supplied on the fire control plan as fire pumps marked incorrectly and engine room fire hydrant was seized and several fire extinguishers were not secured. The QC valve was not closing. The aft end engine room bulkhead was penetrated by cable ducts and screw holes which were not filled. Several emergency lighting covers were missing along with unsecured/loose floor plates; there was damaged railing on the main deck. The West Africa pilot book was not on board.
The vessel was released on the 06 December 2012.
Date and Place of detention: - 9 September 2011 Liverpool
Vessel Name: - DYCKBURG
GT: - 3,660
IMO No: - 9195913
Flag: - Antigua & Barbuda
Company: - Werse Bereederungs Gmbh
Classification Society: - Lloyds Register of Shipping (LR)
Recognised Organisation: - Germanischer Lloyd (GL)
Summary: - seventeen deficiencies including one ground for detention
The vessel was detained in Liverpool because there were a large number of Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) related deficiencies which were objective evidence of a serious failure or lack of effectiveness of implementation of the ISM code on board the vessel. Other deficiencies identified included: the main engine was defective; also the engine room was very oily in some areas; the five year service on the immersion suit in the engine room had expired; there was no evidence that the freefall lifeboat had been manoeuvred in the water within the last 3 months also there was no evidence that the freefall lifeboat had been freefall launched within the last 6 months; in addition the deck officer was not familiar with launching the starboard life raft by davit.
The vessel was still detained at 31 December 2012.
Date and Place of detention: - 8 November 2010 Birkenhead
Vessel Name: - MOST SKY (General Cargo)
GT: - 1,972
IMO No: - 9389370
Flag: - Panama
Company: - ER Em Denizcilik
Classification Society: - Russian Maritime Register of Shipping (RMRS)
Summary: - twelve deficiencies including four grounds for detention
The vessel was detained in Birkenhead because the engine room was very dirty, there were fuel oil leaks and a major non conformity was identified with respect to the lack of maintenance of the ship and equipment. Other deficiencies identified included: the crew/officers records of rest were not signed; the crew accommodation was no longer provided with steam heating; the galley needed cleaning; there was insufficient fruit and vegetables on board; the crew showers and toilets were dirty and the shower curtains missing and the laundry washing facilities were inadequate. In addition the lifejacket lights were out of date; the aft deck was slippery underneath the deck generator and several fire doors were tied open.
The vessel was still detained at 31 December 2012.
Date and Place of detention: 4 March 2010
–Lowestoft
Vessel Name: - CIEN PORCIENTO (General Cargo)
GT: - 106
IMO No: - 8944446
Flag: - Unregistered
Company: - Open Window Inc
Classification Society: - Unclassed
Recognised Organisation: - Not applicable
Recognised Organisation for ISM: - Not applicable
Summary: - thirty deficiencies including seven grounds for detention
The vessel was detained in Lowestoft because the main fire pump was inoperative and there was no alternative fire pump outside the machinery space. There were insufficient liferafts, the sanitary water system was inoperative and there was no fresh running water to the galley, pantry and shower room. There were no nautical publications and charts were incomplete for the operational area.
Other deficiencies found were insufficient provisions for the intended voyage and medicines were out of date. In addition the following items were found to be missing:
distress flares; line throwing appliances; lifebuoys; life jackets with lights; immersion suits; satellite (Emergency Positioning Indicating Radio Beacon) (EPIRB); fire extinguishers and the fire hose nozzle.
The vessel was still detained at 31 December 2012.
Latest monthly figures show that there were five new detentions of foreign flagged vessels in UK ports during December 2012 and four vessels remained under detention from previous months. Only three vessels remained under detention at the end of December. The overall rate of detentions compared with inspections carried out over the last twelve months was 3.52% this is slightly up from November’s twelve month rate.
Out of the detained vessels five were registered with a flag state listed on the Paris MOU white list, two was registered with a flag state on the grey list, one was registered with a flag state on the black list, one was unregistered and none were registered with a flag state that was not included on the Paris MOU white, grey or black lists.
1. In response to one of the recommendations of Lord Donaldson's Inquiry into the prevention of pollution from merchant shipping and in compliance with the EU Directive on Port State Control (2009/16/EC as amended), the Maritime and Coastguard agency (MCA) publishes full details of the foreign flagged vessels detained in UK ports each month.
2. Inspections of foreign flagged ships in UK ports are undertaken by surveyors from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency. Where a ship is found to be deficient or lacks the required documentation, Maritime and Coastguard Agency surveyors can take a range of actions leading to detention in serious cases. The UK is part of a regional agreement on port state control known as the Paris Memorandum of Understanding on Port State Control (Paris MOU) and information on all ships that are inspected is held centrally in an electronic database known as Thetis. This allows the ships of flags with poor detention records to be targeted for future inspection.
3. Detained ships have to satisfy surveyors that remedial work has been carried out before they are allowed to leave port.
4. When applicable the list includes those passenger craft prevented from operating under the provisions of the EU Directive on Mandatory Surveys for the safe operation of regular Ro-Ro ferry and high speed passenger craft services (1999/35/EU).
Notes on the list of detentions
Full details of the ship.
The accompanying detention list shows ship’s name, the flag state and the ship’s International Maritime Organization (IMO) number which is unchanging throughout the ship’s life and uniquely identifies it.
Company.
The company shown in the vessel’s Safety Management Certificate or the party otherwise believed to be responsible for the safety of the ship at the time of inspection.
Classification Society.
The list shows the Classification Society responsible for classing the ship and not necessarily the party issuing and/or carrying out surveys for certificates relevant to the defect found.
Recognised Organisation.
The "organisation"- responsible for conducting the statutory surveys: and issuing statutory certificates, (on behalf of the Flag State).
Defects.
The list gives a summary of the main grounds for detention and includes information where the ship has been released to sail to another port for repairs.
SHIPS DETAINED IN DECEMBER 2012
Date and Place of detention: - 03 December 2012 Barry
Vessel name: - FINJA (General Cargo)
GT: - 1925
Imo No: - 7724564
Flag: - Cook Islands
Company: - Ohle Jurgen Reederei KG
Classification Society: - Germanischer Lloyd (GL)
Recognised Organisation: - Germanischer Lloyd (GL)
Recognised Organisation for ISM: - Germanischer Lloyd (GL)
Summary: - Eighteen deficiencies including four with grounds for detention.
The vessel was detained as there was a number fire safety issues as the emergency fire pump was not operational as the fittings were incompatible with hose; the silver coating was delaminating on the fire fighting suits; there are two fighting torches missing; one of the breathing apparatus was unable to hold pressure. Due to ten deficiencies being marked as ISM, there was objective evidence of a serious failure, or lack of effectiveness of the implementation of the ISM Code.
Other deficiencies identified included the certificate of receipt of application for the Chief Engineer and Chief Mate had expired, the Oily Water Separator (OWS) calibration certificate Oily Water Separator (OWS) was not as required. There were fire doors being held open and self closing mechanism was not operational; the fire hose nozzle was damaged and the oxy/acetetylene bottle hose fittings were in poor condition. The service for the emergency escape breathing device had expired. A number of self closing sounding cocks were not closing correctly in the engine room and there was oil in the engine room bilges. The MF DSC test call was not being carried out weekly; the compass correction log was not as required and bubbles were found in the compass. The records of rest were not kept up to date and official log book not completed since 30 November 2012 and no record of drills carried out. There was also a security related defect.
The vessel was released on the 07 December 2012.
Date and Place of detention: - 04 December 2012 Southampton
Vessel name: - THAMES (Dredger)
GT: - 2929
Imo No: - 7340631
Flag: - Cook Islands
Company: - Torbulk Ltd
Classification Society: - International Naval Surveys Bureau (INSB)
Recognised Organisation: - International Naval Surveys Bureau (INSB)
Recognised Organisation for ISM: - International Naval Surveys Bureau (INSB)
Summary: - Twenty-five deficiencies including one with grounds for detention.
The vessel was detained in Southampton as ten deficiencies marked as ISM were objective evidence of a serious failure, or lack of effectiveness of the implementation of the ISM Code.
Other deficiencies identified included the Stability information booklet has not been approved by flag state and does not represent the vessel in current condition; there are no records of stability calculations being carried out in the past and none for the forthcoming voyage. The fire drill conducted was not to a satisfactory standard and the emergency fire pump suction hose was loose and leaking; along with temporary repairs on the fire main pipework and leaking fire hydrants. The main engine had sea water leaking from pipes and the stern tube sealing water pipe had failed; there was oily mixture in the engine room bilges (aft). There was a lack of SART testing in the GMDSS log book; the originals of ISSC and SMC were not on board; there was no CEC for Chief mate; the crane lacked being marked
‘do not use’as no load test carried out. Several hand rails were damaged as they were either missing, bent and buckled or the chain attached to the vessel with welding rod and string; the main deck had loose plating covering the overspill areas; the emergency light lamp and diffuser was missing in the starboard (aft) void space. The vent closure to pump room will not seal as it is corroded and the door is bent. The Hopper/aft pump room bulkhead was damaged in several places and must be repaired to satisfaction of classification society. The port discharge bucket was able to go beyond its operating limit and cause damage. The transfer winch emergency stop sparked when touched, the cover was missing and had heavily corroded wires. The lifeboats seasickness tablets had expired, the vessel medical equipment was out of date and there was a security related defect.
The vessel was released on the 12 December 2012.
Date and Place of detention: - 04 December 2012 Groveport, Scunthorpe
Vessel name: - DORIS T (General Cargo)
GT: - 1973
Imo No: - 7626748
Flag: - Antigua & Barbuda
Company: - Afalita Shipping
Classification Society: - Bureau Veritas (BV)
Recognised Organisation: - Bureau Veritas (BV), Lloyd Registry (LR), Russian Maritime Register of Shipping (RMRS)
Recognised Organisation for ISM: - Russian Maritime Register of Shipping (RMRS)
Summary: - Eleven deficiencies including four with grounds for detention.
The vessel was detained in Groveport as the main propulsion engine was inoperative; the main sea water inlet pipework was cracked before an isolation valve; the failure to report the engine and pipework failures to the relevant authorities. Due to deficiencies being marked as ISM, there was objective evidence of a serious failure, or lack of effectiveness of the implementation of the ISM Code.
Other deficiencies included the main engine room lighting to be renewed and proven to be operational; the light base was to be repaired and the main mast radar platform was stiffening and needed repair. The GMDSS battery box needed to be replaced and there was a large bubble inside the magnetic compass. The cladding on the generator exhaust in the funnel was heavily corroded and the provisions store flooring to be repaired with an impervious material.
The vessel was released on the 14 December 2012.
Date and Place of detention: - 11 December 2012 Tyne
Vessel name: - OCEAN MORNING (Bulk Carrier)
GT: - 30053
Imo No: - 9244843
Flag: - Panama
Company: - United Ocean Ship Management Pte Ltd
Classification Society: - Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (NKK)
Recognised Organisation: - Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (NKK)
Recognised Organisation for ISM: - Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (NKK)
Summary: - Eighteen deficiencies including one with grounds for detention.
The vessel was detained in Tyne as twelve deficiencies were marked as ISM, which demonstrate there was objective evidence of a serious failure, or lack of effectiveness of the implementation of the ISM Code.
There were several fire related deficiencies identified including there being a lack of control at the fire drill; The oil mist detector was inoperable; two breathing apparatus sets were inoperable and several breathing apparatus bottles empty; the vessel was not complying with hot work permit as there was no extinguisher available; a fire main on board had a leak from a joint.
Other deficiencies identified there was a lack of control at the abandon ship drill and 1 life jacket was condemned with class to confirm if lifejackets conform to SOLAS requirements. Several pipes were corroded through and also had rubber patch repair on them and the cylinder lube-oil storage tank air pipe was corroded through. In the engine room - lube-oil gauge glass valve held open, the EEBD in the workshop shows low pressure and not all lights were working on escape. The aft mast navigation light was inoperative; several mooring ropes had broken strands; the number one hold tank top was holed during cargo loading. The hours of rest for the Master and Chief engineer were not as required and there was a security related defect.
The vessel was released on the 18 December 2012.
Date and Place of detention: - 16 December 2012 Teignmouth
Vessel name: - SANDETTIE (General Cargo)
GT: - 2088
Imo No: - 9214018
Flag: - Netherlands
Company: - Sandettie CV
Classification Society: - Bureau Veritas (BV)Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (NKK)
Recognised Organisation: - Bureau Veritas (BV) Det Norske Veritas (DNV)
Recognised Organisation for ISM: - Bureau Veritas (BV) Det Norske Veritas (DNV)
Summary: - Six deficiencies including three with grounds for detention.
The vessel was detained in Teignmouth as manning not in accordance with Minimum Manning Safety Document, as the master was in custody ashore. There was no look out during the hours of darkness and there was an ISM deficiency as deficiencies marked as ISM, there was objective evidence of a serious failure, or lack of effectiveness of the implementation of the ISM Code.
Other deficiencies identified were the hull was damaged and impairing seaworthiness; the ship sanitation certificate was not as required and fire detection zones had not been identified.
The vessel was released on the 20 December 2012.
DETENTIONS CARRIED OVER FROM PREVIOUS MONTHS
Date and Place of detention: - 30 November 2012 Grangemouth
Vessel name: - ROOSTER II (Other Cargo/Standby Supply)
GT: - 844
Imo No: - 7531620
Flag: - Togo
Company: - Val Energy SA
Classification Society: - Columbus American Register (CAR)
Recognised Organisation: - Columbus American Register (CAR)
Recognised Organisation for ISM: - Columbus American Register (CAR)
Summary: - Fourteen deficiencies including five with grounds for detention.
The vessel was detained in Grangemouth as there were no immersion suits on board; the Continuous Synopsis Record was not on board; stability information for forthcoming voyage was incomplete; the emergency fire pump is not working and several vents, air pipes and emergency exits were not water tight.
Other deficiencies identified included the wrong information supplied on the fire control plan as fire pumps marked incorrectly and engine room fire hydrant was seized and several fire extinguishers were not secured. The QC valve was not closing. The aft end engine room bulkhead was penetrated by cable ducts and screw holes which were not filled. Several emergency lighting covers were missing along with unsecured/loose floor plates; there was damaged railing on the main deck. The West Africa pilot book was not on board.
The vessel was released on the 06 December 2012.
Date and Place of detention: - 9 September 2011 Liverpool
Vessel Name: - DYCKBURG
GT: - 3,660
IMO No: - 9195913
Flag: - Antigua & Barbuda
Company: - Werse Bereederungs Gmbh
Classification Society: - Lloyds Register of Shipping (LR)
Recognised Organisation: - Germanischer Lloyd (GL)
Summary: - seventeen deficiencies including one ground for detention
The vessel was detained in Liverpool because there were a large number of Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) related deficiencies which were objective evidence of a serious failure or lack of effectiveness of implementation of the ISM code on board the vessel. Other deficiencies identified included: the main engine was defective; also the engine room was very oily in some areas; the five year service on the immersion suit in the engine room had expired; there was no evidence that the freefall lifeboat had been manoeuvred in the water within the last 3 months also there was no evidence that the freefall lifeboat had been freefall launched within the last 6 months; in addition the deck officer was not familiar with launching the starboard life raft by davit.
The vessel was still detained at 31 December 2012.
Date and Place of detention: - 8 November 2010 Birkenhead
Vessel Name: - MOST SKY (General Cargo)
GT: - 1,972
IMO No: - 9389370
Flag: - Panama
Company: - ER Em Denizcilik
Classification Society: - Russian Maritime Register of Shipping (RMRS)
Summary: - twelve deficiencies including four grounds for detention
The vessel was detained in Birkenhead because the engine room was very dirty, there were fuel oil leaks and a major non conformity was identified with respect to the lack of maintenance of the ship and equipment. Other deficiencies identified included: the crew/officers records of rest were not signed; the crew accommodation was no longer provided with steam heating; the galley needed cleaning; there was insufficient fruit and vegetables on board; the crew showers and toilets were dirty and the shower curtains missing and the laundry washing facilities were inadequate. In addition the lifejacket lights were out of date; the aft deck was slippery underneath the deck generator and several fire doors were tied open.
The vessel was still detained at 31 December 2012.
Date and Place of detention: 4 March 2010
–Lowestoft
Vessel Name: - CIEN PORCIENTO (General Cargo)
GT: - 106
IMO No: - 8944446
Flag: - Unregistered
Company: - Open Window Inc
Classification Society: - Unclassed
Recognised Organisation: - Not applicable
Recognised Organisation for ISM: - Not applicable
Summary: - thirty deficiencies including seven grounds for detention
The vessel was detained in Lowestoft because the main fire pump was inoperative and there was no alternative fire pump outside the machinery space. There were insufficient liferafts, the sanitary water system was inoperative and there was no fresh running water to the galley, pantry and shower room. There were no nautical publications and charts were incomplete for the operational area.
Other deficiencies found were insufficient provisions for the intended voyage and medicines were out of date. In addition the following items were found to be missing:
distress flares; line throwing appliances; lifebuoys; life jackets with lights; immersion suits; satellite (Emergency Positioning Indicating Radio Beacon) (EPIRB); fire extinguishers and the fire hose nozzle.
The vessel was still detained at 31 December 2012.
