APL OCEANIA

Whenever a vessel is deprived of the service of a member of its complement, and the master is unable to find appropriate credentialed personnel to man the vessel, the master may proceed on the voyage, having determined the vessel is sufficiently manned for the voyage. Vessel reported sailing short one (1) 3rd Engineer, the captain has determined the vessel is safe to sail.

Means shall be provided to control leaks of flammable liquids and means shall be provided to limit the accumulation of flammable vapors. The ventilation of machinery spaces shall be sufficient under normal conditions to prevent accumulation of oil vapor. The Engine room ventilation air intake has oil accumulation starting at the intake screen throughout the ventilation ducting to the discharge screens. Oil is being atomized and spread throughout the engine room on the machinery equipment. All machinery space screens, ducting, and fans are to be cleaned and free of oil. Provide means for preventing re-occurrence of oil and oil vapor entry and build up in the machinery space ventilation systems.74 SOLAS (2009) II-2/ 4.1.1, II-2/4.1.2, and II-2/4.2.2.2.

The rescue boat launching arrangements shall be such that the rescue boat can be boarded and launched in the shortest possible time. The means of launching the rescue boat utilizing ship’s power was found inoperable. Repair to the davit was completed by the crew but needs manufacturer certification of repairs and proper operation.74 SOLAS (2014) III/17.1

Ships shall be maintained in compliance with the electrical requirements of a classification society which is recognized by the Administration. 220V Switchboard low insulation faults present.74 SOLAS (2020) II-1/3-1

Ships shall be maintained in compliance with the electrical requirements of a classification society which is recognized by the Administration. 440V Emergency Switchboard low insulation faults present.74 SOLAS (2020) II-1/3-1

After any survey of the ship under regulation 10 has been completed no change shall be made in the machinery and the equipment and other items covered by the survey. Sludge transfer piping was modified with flanges added on for use of a diaphragm pump. 74 SOLAS (2020) 1/11(b)

After any survey of the ship under regulation 10 has been completed no change shall be made in the machinery and the equipment and other items covered by the survey. Modifications to Main Engine local emergency control station were made and prevent the local control station from being operational per the posted operating instructions.74 SOLAS (2020) 1/11(b)

Ships shall be maintained in compliance with the structural requirements of a classification society which is recognized by the Administration. Boiler Blow down overboard piping from valve flange overboard is corroded. Determine condition of pipe and replace if found outside of tolerance with class DNV rules.74 SOLAS (2020) II-1/3-1

Ships shall be maintained in compliance with the mechanical and electrical requirements of a classification society which is recognized by the Administration. Amperage Gauges on the 3 start air compressor operating panels were found inoperable.74 SOLAS (2020) II-1/3-1

Control locations of any fixed gas fire-extinguishing system shall have clear instructions relating to the operation of the system having regard to the safety of personnel. The instructions on the CO2 system control box for the cargo holds incorrectly states that opening the control box door will shut down ventilation. The ventilation shutdowns are in separate space.74 SOLAS(2009) II-2/7.1.1, FSS Code Chapter 5.2.1.3.3

Fire doors in stairway enclosures shall be capable of remote release. The stairway door at “F” level did not self-close during multiple tests of the smoke detection/general alarm and local test release button had inconsistent results. Door is be kept closed during normal operations until repair to releasing mechanism is made.

The Company should establish procedures to ensure that the ship is maintained in conformity with the provisions of the relevant rules and regulations and with any additional requirements which may be established by the Company. In meeting these requirements, the Company should ensure that inspections are held at appropriate intervals; any non-conformity is reported with its possible cause, if known; appropriate corrective action is taken; and records of these activities are maintained. #1 and #2 SSDG’s found containing many fuel and oil leaks from generators and equipment. Covers for flywheel on all 3 SSDG’s were found missing. Intake air filters were found oil and debris covered. Filters for Generator Housing found dirty. #3 SSDG reported not fully operational since April 2025 due to timing issues an inability to operate under a full load. Oil and debris found around all 3 start air compressors. Exhaust ducting in engine room found missing screens and oil and debris found in many of the ducts. Conduct external audit of Safety Management System for the adequacy of planned maintenance of SSDG’s, air compressor’s, ventilation systems including keeping the machinery spaces clean and maintained from flammable liquids, vapors, and debris. (705) To be completed in 90 days.74 SOLAS (2020) IX/3.1, ISM Regulation 10

The Company should establish procedures to ensure that the ship is maintained in conformity with the provisions of the relevant rules and regulations and with any additional requirements which may be established by the Company. In meeting these requirements, the Company should ensure that inspections are held at appropriate intervals; any non-conformity is reported with its possible cause, if known; appropriate corrective action is taken; and records of these activities are maintained. Defects identified by the ship that affect the safety and/or operations of the ship were not reported to class such as hydraulic leak on emergency steering pump, leak on emergency fire pump, and #2 LT pump temporary patch. Conduct external audit reviewing class reporting requirements.(705) To be completed in 90 days.

The Company should establish procedures to ensure that the ship is maintained in conformity with the provisions of the relevant rules and regulations and with any additional requirements which may be established by the Company. In meeting these requirements, the Company should ensure that inspections are held at appropriate intervals; any non-conformity is reported with its possible cause, if known; appropriate corrective action is taken; and records of these activities are maintained. Gauges throughout the engine room were broken, not calibrated, or maintained. Conduct external audit of adequacy of the SMS for the maintenance of engine room gauges. (705) Complete in 90 days.74 SOLAS (2020) IX/3.1, ISM Regulation 10.

The condition of the ship shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations in all aspects will remain fit to proceed to sea without dangers to the ship or persons onboard. A-class door # E.13 was found with its automatic closure device missing and A-class door # A.20 latch was inoperable. 74 SOLAS(2024) Ch I/11

Ships shall be maintained in compliance with the mechanical requirements of a classification society which is recognized by the Administration. #1 SSDG had fuel leaks present in several of the fuel pumps and return lines. Pooling of fuel oil found on frames. Oily soot, dirt and debris found on top of the prime mover next to the turbo. Evidence of leaks present dripping down the side of the engine block from many of the spray shield covers. Fly wheel opening not covered and evidence of oil found dripping downside of flywheel housing.74 SOLAS (2020) II-1/3-1

Ships shall be maintained in compliance with the mechanical requirements of a classification society which is recognized by the Administration. #2 SSDG had fuel leaks present in several of the fuel pumps, supply and return lines. Pooling of fuel oil found on frames and behind spray shields. Loose fittings present in fuel lines.74 SOLAS (2020) II-1/3-1

Ships shall be maintained in compliance with the electrical requirements of a classification society which is recognized by the Administration. #2 Generator Reverse Power Relay was found not operational.74 SOLAS (2020) II-1/3-1

The control systems shall be such that the services needed for the operation of the main propulsion machinery and its auxiliaries are ensured through the necessary automatic arrangements. During testing, the salt water standby cooling pumps #1, 2, & 3 were unable to auto start upon loss of primary cooling pump. 74 SOLAS (09) II-1 Reg 53.4.1

Electrical installations shall be such that electrical services essential for safety will be ensured under various emergency conditions and safety of crew members from electrical hazards will be ensured. Multiple extinguished lights in the paint locker. In addition, found light fixture's grounding cable not properly fastened. 74 SOLAS (09) II-1 Reg 40.1.2

Lifebuoys complying with the requirements of paragraph 2.1.1 of the Code shall be capable of quick release from the navigation bridge; lifebuoys with lights and those with lights and smoke signals shall be equally distributed on both sides of the ship. The port side bridge wing lifebuoy's grab lines are dry rotted and disintegrated. 74 SOLAS (20) Chap III Reg 7.1.1.3

The function of the fixed fire detection and fire alarm systems shall be periodically tested to the satisfaction of the Administration by means of equipment producing hot air at the appropriate temperature, or smoke, or aerosol particles having the appropriate range of density or particle size or other phenomena associated with incipient fires to which the detector is designed to respond. The vessel did not have the approved type of testing equipment for heat and flame detectors on board. 74 SOLAS (14) Chap II-2 Reg 7.3.3.2

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all aspects remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The bosun storeroom's bench grinder is missing it's safety shield. 74 SOLAS (20) Chap I/11

Oil filtering equipment shall comply with paragraph 6 of this regulation. The Re-circulating facilities should be so configured as to prevent under all operating conditions any by-pass of the oily-water separator. Re-circulating facilities do not meet the requirements of MEPC 107(49)/6.1.1 and as installed allows for the by-pass of the oily water separator through the sampling point.

The main inlets and outlets of all ventilation systems shall be capable of being closed from outside the spaces being ventilated. The means of closing shall be easily accessible as well as prominently and permanently marked and shall indicate whether the shut off is open or closed. The port upper stack vents did not fully close when activated.

46 CFR 199.70(b)(3): Each lifejackets must be marked in block capital letters with the name of the vessel and with Type 1 retro-reflective material approved under approval 160.018. The crew's lifejackets was not marked with the vessel's name.

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to ensure that the ship remains fit to proceed to sea without danger. Following conditions were observed on the cargo deck/poop deck exterior requiring repair/replacement: 1. Aft stores crane control housing door broken & gasket deteriorated. 2. Stbd & Port sludge pump emergency stop housing controls broken, secured with jumpers. 3. High voltage outdoor connection for reefer container units (Poop deck, fwd house bulkhead) is exposed to environment and observed with consistent condensate exposure from reefer containers. Overhead drip shield to be installed. 4. Stbd acetylene storage room dog seized 5. No. 4 Hold Exhaust (Mushroom vent - stbd inboard) - broken flame screen connection to vent. Repairs to be made to satisfaction of RO. 74SOLAS(2020)I/11(a)

Openings in freeboard decks shall be protected by an enclosed superstructure of equivalent strength and weathertightness. MIs observed port aft safety equipment store room with exposed piping penetration in aft bulkhead by watertight door leading to stern (ivo winches). Piping penetration believed to be designed for shore power connection; however, no cabling sealed through exposed hole leading from stern into storage room. Satisfactory repairs to be made to restore weathertightness to bulkhead penetration to satisfaction of RO. ICLL (1988) Reg. 18(2)

46 USC 53102 The vessel owner/operator is responsible for preparing a report, known as a "gap analysis," of vessel systems, equipment, or other items that meet a standard different for the US statutory requirements in accordance with NVIC 01-13, Change 1. The submitted "gap analysis" must be updated to address the following: - Item I.B.1 - correct date of issuance for ITC - Item I.C.2 - addresses loading manual but references damage stability under 'action' - Item II.B.2 - states fire pump is rated for 8 bar, Item II.B.4 states the fire main piping system working pressure is 8 bar, but Item II.B.3 states the fire main system provides a low-pressure alarm at 1.6MPa (16 bar) meaning the system operates in an alarm state. - Item II.B.9 - does not address flexible loops on fixed CO2 system - Item III.A and B - states rescue boat is on starboard side in III.A and port side in III.B - Item IV.B.1.iv and IV.D.4 and D.5 - sections address starting air system but state different design capacity and system design pressures - Item VII.B.3 - action states "safety valve exceeds MAWP... and should be replaced prior to reflagging." Confirm this was completed or replace. Recommend addressing following items: Pilot and embarkation ladders, fire dampers, rudder angle indicators, ship's whistle, windows class A, and SCBA's required by SOLAS II-2/19

Means shall be provided for automatically giving audible warning of release of fire extinguishing medium for a minimum of 20 seconds into spaces in which personnel normally work or to which they have access during normal operations before the medium is released. The submitted "gap analysis" dated October 20, 2021, Rev. 0 (Item II.B.9) stated the vessel’s HFO purifier room is to be equipped with a time delay.

74 SOLAS (20) II-2/14.2.1 Fire detection and fire alarm systems shall be kept in good working order. Fire detection panel on bridge was found with standing fault “Central 1 Board RB 4 Earth Fault Positive, Fault (155) Rectifier Board” and two false alarms sounded during the inspection. UMS is suspended until automation can be proved as effective as if it were under direct supervision, with due regard to deficiencies addressing fire detection, #5, #6, #8, #10, #17, and #25. 74 SOLAS (20) II-2/14.2.1

74 SOLAS (20) II-2/14.2.1 Fire detection and fire alarm systems shall be kept in good working order. Cargo hold smoke detection sample extraction system main screen found filled with incomprehensible writing, with no clear indications as to status or use. UMS is suspended until automation can be proved as effective as if it were under direct supervision, with due regard to deficiencies addressing fire detection, #5, #6, #8, #10, #17, and #25.

74 SOLAS (20) II-2/14.2.1.2 Fire-fighting systems shall be kept in good working order and readily available for immediate use. Multiple failures were found during testing of UV detectors at MDE, SSDG, Incinerator, and Boiler including failure of detector, alarm in engine room not sounding, alarm not displaying on the local fire detection panel (water mist system), and no alarms indicated on the repeater panel on the bridge. Label local panel at engine room entrance. UMS is suspended until automation can be proved as effective as if it were under direct supervision, with due regard to deficiencies addressing fire detection, #5, #6, #8, #10, #17, and #25.

74 SOLAS (20) II-2/14.2.1.2 Fire-fighting systems shall be kept in good working order and readily available for immediate use. Sprinkler pump used to meet the requirements for effectively cooling the under-deck cargo spaces for 1.1-1.6 (excluding 1.4S) cargoes was found inoperable in a “trip” state with seized pump and missing discharge pressure gauge. Carriage of 1.1-1.6 (excluding 1.4S) cargoes under deck is prohibited until proper operation is demonstrated.

74 SOLAS (20) II-1/31.3 46 CFR 62.50-30(c) Where the main propulsion and associated machinery, including sources of main electrical supply, are provided with various degrees of automatic or remote control and are under continuous manual supervision from a control room the arrangements and controls shall be so designed, equipped and installed that the machinery operation will be as safe and effective as if it were under direct supervision with additional US requirements for periodically unattended machinery spaces. Multiple deficiencies were found with the vessel’s automation system. a) The crew was unable to demonstrate the following pumps in standby mode: high temperature & low temperature cooling pumps, seawater pumps, & lube oil pumps. (Corrected) b) Reliable operation of purifiers were unable to be demonstrated due to missing control PLCs, physical damage, and inoperable controls. (CC Issued) c) Tank level indicator panel is faulty and not supplying accurate tank level information to the crew. Additionally, the high and low level alarms for all fuel and lube oil run through the indicator panel which is showing a constant fault on the main ECR control and monitoring system, providing no means of automated indication of high or low tank levels. (CC issued) UMS is suspended until automation can be proved as effective as if it were under direct supervision, with due regard to deficiencies addressing fire detection, #5, #6, #8, #10, #17, and #25.

74 SOLAS (20) II-1/51 An alarm system having a connection to the engineers’ public rooms and to each of the engineers’ cabins shall be provided indicating any fault requiring attention. Alarm panels in staterooms, common spaces, and the bridge indicate different standing alarms. UMS is suspended until automation can be proved as effective as if it were under direct supervision, with due regard to deficiencies addressing fire detection, #5, #6, #8, #10, #17, and #25.

74 SOLAS (20) II-1/35 Machinery spaces of category A shall be adequately ventilated so as to ensure that when machinery therein are operating at full power in all weather conditions including heavy weather, an adequate supply of air is maintained to the spaces for the safety and comfort of personnel and the operation of the machinery. The exhaust ventilation damper for the emergency generator room does not open upon energizing of the emergency generator, potentially causing the EDG to overheat and machinery space atmosphere to be forced into the surrounding accommodations spaces.

74 SOLAS (20) II-2/35.2 An efficient bilge pumping system shall be provided. Bilge valves are remotely controlled from the Bilge System Control Panel in the ECR and this panel is the only control location for the valves, with indicators and alarms in the cargo control room and on the bridge. Cargo hold bilge valves BG218V and BG224V and engine room bilge valve BG25V do not open and engine room bilge valve BG27V will not close. UMS is suspended until automation can be proved as effective as if it were under direct supervision, with due regard to deficiencies addressing fire detection, #5, #6, #8, #10, #17, and #25.

74 SOLAS (20) II-2/35.2 An efficient bilge pumping system shall be provided. Cargo hold #3 bilge alarm failed to sound during operational testing. Test all bilge alarms and prove proper operation.

74 SOLAS (20) I/11(a) The ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Bilge level alarm in forward Pump Room is indicated as alarm for Bow Thruster room bilge on alarm panels. UMS is suspended until automation can be proved as effective as if it were under direct supervision, with due regard to deficiencies addressing fire detection, #5, #6, #8, #10, #17, and #25.

74 SOLAS (20) II-2/10.1.1.2 Fire-extinguishing appliances shall be readily available. The semi-portable extinguisher in the emergency generator room is in an area that would be inaccessible in the event of the most probable fire locations within the space.

74 SOLAS (20) II-2/4.1.1 Means shall be prevented to control leaks of flammable liquids. Excess oil and oil soaked rags and debris are present beneath both SSDG #1 and #2. Clean. Identify source and repair.

74 SOLAS (20) II-2/4.1.1 Means shall be provided to control leaks of flammable liquids. There are multiple hydraulic leaks in the steering gear room on the steering pumps and the hydraulic storage tank and transfer pump.

74 SOLAS (20) II-2/4.1.1 Means shall be provided to control leaks of flammable liquids. Excess oil and oil soaked lagging as well as damaged lagging, was found throughout forward pump room.

74 SOLAS (20) II-2/9.1.3 The fire integrity of divisions shall be maintained at openings. The door to the ECR has broken internal framing leaving it not structurally sound.

74 SOLAS (20) I/11(a) The ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Combustible material and rubbish is stored throughout engineering spaces and accommodations, preventing access to switchboards, water mist control panel, restricting movement around machinery, and interfering with egress.

74 SOLAS (20) I/11(a) The ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. During operational testing, the General Alarm lights did not activate and the audible alarm was too quiet to be heard over ambient noises in the engine room. UMS is suspended until automation can be proved as effective as if it were under direct supervision, with due regard to deficiencies addressing fire detection, #5, #6, #8, #10, #17, and #25.

74 SOLAS (20) I/11(a) The ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Lighting in cargo hold #3 is ineffective as a significant amount of bulbs were out creating a slips, trips, and fall hazard for personnel. Replace light bulbs throughout all cargo holds to ensure adequate illumination.

74 SOLAS (20) II-1/26.1 Machinery shall be so installed and protected as to hazards with due regard being given to moving parts. Guards on three seawater pumps are missing, creating a hazard to crew.

74 SOLAS (20) V/23.3 Arrangements shall be provided to enable the pilot to embark and disembark safely on either side of the ship. Starboard side pilot ladder sustained damage and unserviceable.

74 SOLAS (20) II-1/40.1.3 The safety of the crew and ship from electrical hazards will be ensured. Paint Locker explosion proof light found with body improperly connected to mount, rendering it ineffective.

74 SOLAS (20) III/8 and 37 Muster lists and emergency instructions shall be exhibited in conspicuous places throughout the ship and shall be prepared before the vessel proceeds to sea. Station Bill has been copied from another fleet vessel and shows incorrect equipment arrangement, incorrect muster stations, and incorrect vessel name.

74 SOLAS (20) II-2/4.1.1 Means shall be prevented to control leaks of flammable liquids. The main diesel engine has leak at fuel pump on cylinder #6 with a bucket catching fuel beneath, presenting a fire hazard and potential operational impacts, temporary repair made.

46 CFR 61.40-10 Periodic safety test procedures (PSTPs) must be written in a step-by-step or checklist format specific to the vessel. The PSTPs were written utilizing a sister vessel’s documents and need to be revised to the match the design and systems onboard and incorporate DNV comments from approval letter. UMS is suspended until automation can be proved as effective as if it were under direct supervision, with due regard to deficiencies addressing fire detection, #5, #6, #8, #10, #17, and #25.