Posted: Jun 13, 2026
DNV
At the first safety equipment survey* after 1 January 2026, all fire-extinguishing foams on board must be PFOS-free, and this must be verified by the attending surveyor. Compliance will prevent part-held surveys and/or Conditions of Authority. Here is a short summary of how to document compliance. This news is a follow up of our news from November 2025.
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Posted: Jun 13, 2026
DNV
Effectiveness of safety management systems and fire safety readiness are still in focus for Port State Control (PSC) authorities. Our Q1 2026 review highlights key detention concerns, upcoming inspection campaigns, new procedures for PSC, and what ship operators should be addressing to reduce risk.
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Posted: Apr 15, 2026
North Standard
Since the North Standard launched ECDIS ETA, over 120 Members have adopted it, and crew have completed more than 7,000 anonymised assessments.
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