SH EXPRESS Detained in Novorossiisk Despite No Detainable Deficiencies

The general cargo vessel SH EXPRESS (IMO 9085443), flagged under Saint Kitts and Nevis, was detained following a Port State Control inspection in Novorossiisk on 15 Jul 2026. The vessel, with a gross tonnage of 6,205 and deadweight of 9,558, was found with 23 deficiencies during the inspection. Despite the number of deficiencies, none were classified as detainable. The inspection was conducted under the Black Mou Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) framework. SH EXPRESS is operated by SHD Marine Shipping Co Ltd, which is also responsible for the vessel's International Safety Management (ISM) compliance. The detention indicates that the authorities found sufficient grounds related to the overall condition or operational status of the vessel, even though no single deficiency warranted immediate detention. This case highlights the rigorous enforcement of maritime safety and regulatory standards in the Black Sea region. Further details on the specific deficiencies or the duration of the detention have not been disclosed.