Records from 2008 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 22 October 2025.
Inspection history · 23
22 October 2025
PSC B
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8249097
8 October 2025
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8249394
1 October 2025
PSC B
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8239786
24 September 2025
COE-Administrative
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8240575
15 June 2014
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4889108
14 June 2014
Deficiency Check · ISPS III Exam · NPV Safety Exam · Ballast Water Examination
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4888364
13 June 2014
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4888920
3 June 2014
Ballast Water Examination · Random ISPS/MTSA/PSC · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4878429
18 March 2014
ISPS II Exam · PII Safety Exam
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4815284
9 July 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4372799
9 July 2012
ISPS III Exam · PI Safety Exam · Ballast Water Examination
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4372901
9 July 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4375585
7 July 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4370369
6 July 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4369635
6 July 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4374291
19 January 2011
ISPS II Exam · PII Safety Exam · Ballast Water Examination
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3928299
4 January 2011
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3920363
16 January 2010
PII Safety Exam · ISPS II Exam
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3665013
6 May 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3591889
25 April 2009
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3460453
25 April 2009
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3460467
13 September 2008
Ballast Water Examination · PII Safety Exam · ISPS II Exam
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3320183
4 September 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3317440
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 1 October 2025
Resolved
Firefighting system and appliances shall be kept in good working order and readily available for immediate use. PSCO observed fixed local water suppression system turned off and water supply valve in the closed position.
74 Solas (24) 11-2 / 14.2.1.2
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 2 October 2025
Resolution: Received class report stating the system was tested and functioning correctly.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 1 October 2025
Resolved
The electrical power available shall be sufficient to supply all of those services that essential for safety in emergency. PSCO observed crew unable to energize emergency lighting.
74 Solas (04) 11-1/43.2
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 8 October 2025
Resolution: PSC NOLA received a Technician report from RINA SERVICES satisfying the requirement.
15 - Safety Management Systems (ISM) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (ISM)
Issued 1 October 2025
Resolved
The company should establish procedures to ensure that the ship is maintained in accordance to the provisions of the relevant rules and regulations established by the company. The technical and operational nature of the deficiencies 01 and 02 above provide objective evidence of a serious failure of the implementation of the ISM Code. An external audit report to the satisfactory of the OCMI must be submitted prior to the clearance of this deficiency.
74 Solas (24) IX-3
ISM Code 10.1
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 8 October 2025
Resolution: PSC NOLA received a FLAG AUDIT from LIBERIA satisfying the requirement.
14 - Pollution Prevention › 141 - MARPOL Annex I › Other (MARPOL Annex I)
Issued 1 October 2025
Resolved
Each operation described in paragraph 2 of this regulation shall be fully recorded without delay in the Oil Record Book Part 1. Each completed operation shall be designed the officer or officers in charge of the operations concerned and each completed page shall be signed by the master of the ship.PSCO observed Chief Engineer failed to record entries dating back to 26SEPT2025 and the master failed to sign those respective pages.
Marpol (22) 1/17.4
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 8 October 2025
Resolution: PSC NOLA received a FLAG AUDIT from LIBERIA satisfying the requirement.
Operations/Management › Vessel Safety Management › Safety/Environmental Protection Policy
Issued 14 June 2014
Resolved
Vessel failed to properly maintain remotely-operated solenoid valve from deck fitting to stbd fuel oil deep tank in good working order, as required by the vessel's SMS. SMS audit recommended PTD from port.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 14 June 2014
Resolved 16 June 2014
Resolution: ISM audit conducted by BV. Required additional company audit before the end of June. All defs cleared.
Operations/Management › Vessel Safety Management › Documentation Maintenance/Control
Issued 14 June 2014
Resolved
Vessel failed to perform periodic testing of remotely-operated solenoid valve in-line from deck connection to stbd fuel oil deep tank, as required by the ship's SMS. Vessel likewise failed to keep a record of such testing, which is also required by the ship's SMS.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 14 June 2014
Resolved 16 June 2014
Resolution: ISM audit conducted by BV.
Operations/Management › Vessel Safety Management › Safety/Environmental Protection Policy
Issued 14 June 2014
Resolved
Vessel failed to follow ship's bunkering transfer procedures and checklist by failing to reduce flow rate when stbd deep tank was at 70% capacity and by failing to stop flow when tank was at 80% capacity, as is required by the vessel's SMS.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 14 June 2014
Resolved 16 June 2014
Resolution: ISM audit conducted by BV. Additional crew training for transfer procedures was required by class and conducted by O’Brien’s.
Pollution Prevention/Response › Prevention Equipment › Oily Water Separator (15 ppm)
Issued 4 June 2014
Resolved
Grounding wire in OCM was disconnected; C/E was unable to explain reason why. PSCO compared data in ORB to OCM and found that 28MAY14 the OWS was in operation, but OCM displayed the separator as being off. Conducted full operational test; data showed correct information in OCM during operational test as well as other previous dates with the exception of 28MAY14. MARPOL I/6.4.2 17ac
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 13 June 2014
Resolution: Received class survey report stating the ground wire was not needed since the unit is grounded to the ship''s hull.
Pollution Prevention/Response › Prevention Equipment › Oily Water Separator (15 ppm)
Issued 4 June 2014
Resolved
The engineering crew could not demonstrate how to recall the oil content meter operation data for the attending PSCO on the oily water separator. MARPOL I/11.1 17ac
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 13 June 2014
Resolution: Received class survey report attesting to the crew training of the OCM. The crew is now familiar with recalling recording data.
Engineering › Engine Controls (Electric/Electronic) › Actuator
Issued 9 July 2012
Resolved
1599- Engine Order Telegraph- Main and auxiliary machinery essential for the propulsion and safety of the ship shall be provided with effective means for its operation and control. While transiting down river, the vessel experienced a propulsion loss. Main engine failure is due to Faulty EOT. Provide technician report attesting to the proper operation of the main engine and the EOT.SOLASamII/1-31
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Due 9 July 2012
Resolved 22 February 2013
Resolution: Received class report clearing above deficiency.
Operations/Management › Navigation Safety › Navigation Underway, General
Issued 9 July 2012
Resolved
1599-Grounding- A ship when in the port of another Contracting Government is subject to control concerning operational requirements when the ship is not familiar with shipboard procedures related to the safety of the ship. While loading cargo the vessel grounded twice.The vessel violated its written Under Keel Clearance Policy as per its SMS. A Corrective Plan is required from company.SOLASXI-1/4
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Due 9 July 2012
Resolved 22 February 2013
Resolution: Received Company non-conformity report, corrective action report, and preventative action report.
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (emergency) › Generator
Issued 9 July 2012
Resolved
1499-Emergency Diesel Generator-A self contained emergency source of electrical power shall be provided. PSCO observed a low fresh water level alarm of the EDG. Upon filling the radiator it was noted that the high temp alarm is activated. Provide report from class as to the proper operation of the EDG. SOLAS74am II-1/43.
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Due 9 July 2012
Resolved 22 February 2013
Resolution: Received class report clearing above deficiency.
Fire Fighting › Fixed Pressure Water-Spraying Fire Extinguishing System › Location
Issued 9 July 2012
Resolved
0715-HyperMist- Firefighting systems shall be kept in good working order and ready for immediate use. The Hyper mist system fire control panel is indicating a failure of the BB circuit board. Crew stated the failure has been indicating this way for over months. Provide report from certificate issuing authority to the proper operation of the Hyper Mist firefighting system. SOLAS 74am II/1-31.
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Due 9 July 2012
Resolved 22 February 2013
Resolution: Received class report clearing above deficiency.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Non-conducting Deck Covering
Issued 9 July 2012
Resolved
0715-Deck Electrical-Where cables which are installed in hazardous areas introduce the risk of fire, precautions of such risks shall be taken. PSCO observed multiple failures of electrical conduit lines throughout the entire cargo block. Request complete survey of the electrical system on deck attesting to its integrity. SOLAS 74am II/1-45.
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Due 9 July 2012
Resolved 22 February 2013
Resolution: Received class report clearing above deficiency.
Engineering › Fuel Oil Service System › Suction Strainer
Issued 9 July 2012
Resolved
0715-Fuel Oil Strainer- In a ship where fuel oil is used, the arrangements shall be such as to ensure the safety of the ship and persons on board. PSCO observed fuel oil gasket leaks in and around the #3 generator duplex strainer arrangement. Provide report from certificate issuing authority to identify and eliminate leaks and fire hazard. SOLAS 74am II-2/4
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Due 9 July 2012
Resolved 22 February 2013
Resolution: Received class report clearing above deficiency.
Operations/Management › EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) › 2.1.1-Material Storage
Issued 9 July 2012
Resolved
9990-Vessel General Permit-For cargoes or other onbaord materials which might wash overboard or dissolve as a result of contact with perciptation or surface water spray. PSCO observed that cargo(coal) is present on multiple sections of the deck. Master stated vessel has been too busy to collect, dispose, and record deck materials. 33 U.S.C. 1251 and VGP Part 2.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 9 July 2012
Resolved 9 July 2012
Resolution: The above vessel general permit (VGP) deficiency is considered corrected as the vessels master was advised of us environmental protection agencies (EPA)VGP requirements.
Operations/Management › EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) › 4.1.1.1-Documentation Routine Vessel Inspection
Issued 9 July 2012
Resolved
1599-VGP-Vessel masters/crew must complete visual inspections in accordance with section 4 of the Vessel General Permit and record all results in the vessel's recordkeeping documentation. The master/crew could not produce documentation that the visual inspections have been conducted or recorded. The PSCO advised the master/crew that they must complete visual inspections once per week. 33U.S.C.1251
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 9 July 2012
Resolved 9 July 2012
Resolution: The above vessel general permit (VGP) deficiency is considered corrected as the vessels master was advised of us environmental protection agencies (EPA)VGP requirements.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 9 July 2012
Resolved
0940-Grounding-The vessel experienced two groundings on July 6th and 7th while loading at the MM 158 mid-stream Buoys. Provide report from certificate issuing authority atestting to the intergrity of the hull, ensuring no water egress has occured.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 9 July 2012
Resolved 9 July 2012
Resolution: Received, reviewed and accepted class report from BV regarding groundings. Report stated that constant soundings of ballast tanks and voids showed no signs of ingress of water. See narrative for details.
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Rudder Angle Indicator
Issued 16 January 2010
Resolved
Rudder angle indicator on bridge not indicating actual rudder position. SOLAS 04 CH. 11-1/29.1
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 18 January 2010
Resolution: Received Class Survey Report stating satisfactory condition.
Operations/Management › Ballast Water Managment › Mandatory Practices
Issued 13 September 2008
Resolved
vessel failed to have on board, implement, or maintained a ballast water management plan.
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 25 April 2009
Resolution: Received Class report satisfying the requirement.
Operations/Management › Ballast Water Managment › Mandatory Practices
Issued 13 September 2008
Resolved
Vessel failed to have an approved, by class ballast water management plan.
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 15 September 2008
Resolution: def was issued in error. Applicable BWM regulation as per the IMO are not in effect yet.