Bulk Carrier SEA PEARL S Detained in Gemlik

The bulk carrier SEA PEARL S (IMO 9197935), flagged under KN, was detained following a Port State Control inspection in Gemlik on 23 Jul 2026. The vessel, with a gross tonnage of 18,036, was inspected under the Med Mou region. During the inspection, a total of 13 deficiencies were identified, of which three were considered detainable. The ship is operated by ISM company Signum Shipping Corp. The detention indicates that the vessel did not meet the required safety or operational standards at the time of inspection. Port State Control inspections are routine checks aimed at ensuring vessels comply with international maritime regulations to maintain safety and environmental standards. Detentions typically require the ship to address critical deficiencies before being allowed to sail again. The detention of SEA PEARL S highlights ongoing enforcement efforts in the Mediterranean region to uphold maritime safety and prevent substandard shipping operations.