Panama-Flagged DONG SHUN Detained in Ulsan

The general cargo vessel DONG SHUN (IMO 9458107), flagged in Panama, was detained during a Port State Control inspection in Ulsan on 15 Jul 2026. The ship, with a gross tonnage of 4,426 and a deadweight of 6,666, was found to have six deficiencies, all of which were considered detainable. The inspection was conducted under the Tokyo Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), and the vessel is managed by HONGKONG JIAYI MARINE CO., LIMITED. The nature of the deficiencies has not been detailed, but the detention indicates serious non-compliance with international safety or operational standards. Detentions under the Tokyo MOU are part of efforts to ensure maritime safety and environmental protection by enforcing compliance with international conventions. The detention will remain in place until the identified issues are rectified and the vessel meets the required standards for safe operation. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges in maintaining safety and regulatory compliance in the general cargo shipping sector.