Bulk Carrier LUCKY GLORY 3 Detained in Cuxhaven

The bulk carrier LUCKY GLORY 3, flagged under Hong Kong and operated by Mascot Ocean Ltd, was detained following a Port State Control inspection in Cuxhaven on 23 Jun 2026. The vessel, with a gross tonnage of 39,737, was found with a total of 29 deficiencies, including 8 detainable issues. The inspection was conducted under the Paris Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) framework, which aims to ensure maritime safety and environmental protection. The detainable deficiencies indicate serious non-compliance with international regulations, warranting the vessel's detention until corrective actions are completed. This detention highlights ongoing challenges in maintaining safety standards among bulk carriers operating under the Hong Kong flag. The ship's management company, Mascot Ocean Ltd, will be responsible for addressing the deficiencies to secure the vessel's release. The detention serves as a reminder of the critical role of Port State Control inspections in enforcing maritime safety and preventing substandard ships from operating.