Refers to: Ship-owners, Operators, Masters and Managers of PHRS certified vessels Action Date: 01/10/2025   Resolution MEPC.383(81) introduces amendments to Regulations A-1 and B-2 of the Ballast Water Management (BWM) Convention, formally recognizing the use of Electronic Record Books (ERBs). An ERB is defined as a system approved by the Flag Administration for the recording of ballast water operations. These amendments permit ERBs to replace traditional paper record books or to be integrated into other existing shipboard record systems. In accordance with the revised requirements, ballast water operations must be recorded without delay, signed by the responsible officer, and verified by…

Refers to: Ship-owners, Operators, Masters and Managers of PHRS certified vessels Amendments enter into force: 1 August 2025 Existing ships must comply: from 1 January 2026 New ships delivered after 1 August 2025: compliance from entry into service IMO has updated the Data Collection System (DCS) under MARPOL Annex VI to improve the accuracy and granularity of fuel consumption and efficiency data. Key changes include:   Detailed Fuel Reporting  Fuel consumption must now be recorded per consumer type (main engines, auxiliary engines, boilers, etc.) and per fuel type. Fuel used while the ship is not under way (e.g., at berth,…

Refers to: Ship-owners, Operators, Masters and Managers of PHRS certified vessels Effective Dates: 01/01/2026   Please be informed that the upcoming IMO Amendments entering into force on 1 January 2026 are listed below for your reference. STCW Code and STCW-F Convention Resolutions: MSC.560(108), MSC.561(108), MSC.562(108) Scope: Fishing vessels and all seafarers Summary: Revised provisions on training, certification and watch keeping for fishing vessel personnel. New mandatory training for all seafarers addressing the prevention of violence, harassment (including sexual harassment), bullying, and assault. Prohibition of PFOS in Fire-Fighting Foams Resolutions: MSC.532(107), MSC.536(107), MSC.537(107) Scope: All ships Summary: Prohibition of the use…

Refers to: Ship-owners, Operators, Masters and Managers of PHRS certified vessels Effective Dates: 28/10/2025    The Liberian Maritime Authority (LISCR) has issued Marine Advisory 32/2025 following two serious marine casualties involving crew members during tug line operations on Liberian-flagged vessels. Both incidents resulted in severe leg injuries due to improper line handling, lack of supervision, and communication failures.   Key Findings: Crew stood too close to tensioned lines. Supervising officers participated directly in line handling rather than overseeing. Poor communication between deck and bridge teams and with tug operators. Recommended Actions: Review and Update Procedures Enhance Crew Training Improve Supervision and…

Refers to: Ship-owners, Operators, Masters and Managers of PHRS certified vessels Effective Dates: 5/11/2025   The Liberian Maritime Authority has issued Marine Notice SAF-020 (Rev. 10/25) to provide guidance for compliance with the new SOLAS regulation II-1/3-13, adopted through IMO Resolution MSC.532(107). The regulation, effective 1 January 2026, introduces mandatory requirements for design, construction, testing, maintenance, and certification of lifting appliances and anchor handling winches.   Applies to all lifting appliances, anchor handling winches, and associated loose gear installed on or after 1 January 2026. Existing equipment must undergo testing and examination at the first renewal survey after that date.…