DSK SEEKIM Detained in Lianyungang for Safety Deficiencies

The vessel DSK SEEKIM, flagged under Sao Tome and Principe, was detained in Lianyungang following a Port State Control inspection conducted on 20 Jul 2026. The inspection, carried out under the Tokyo Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), identified a total of nine deficiencies, five of which were considered detainable. DSK SEEKIM is classified as a ship engaged in other special activities, with a gross tonnage of 2,297. The detention indicates that the vessel did not meet the required safety or regulatory standards during the inspection. Port State Control inspections are routine checks aimed at ensuring vessels comply with international maritime safety, security, and environmental standards. The detention will remain in effect until the identified detainable deficiencies are rectified to the satisfaction of the authorities. This measure helps maintain maritime safety and protect port environments by preventing substandard ships from operating. The Tokyo MOU is one of several regional agreements that facilitate cooperation among maritime authorities to enforce compliance and improve shipping safety in the Asia-Pacific region.