Panama-Flagged Vessel HARMONY 2 Detained in Shanghai

The general cargo vessel HARMONY 2, flagged under Panama, was detained in Shanghai following a Port State Control inspection conducted on 30 Jul 2026. The inspection, carried out under the Tokyo Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), identified a total of six deficiencies, five of which were considered detainable. HARMONY 2 has a gross tonnage of 5,809 and a deadweight tonnage of 8,732. The vessel is operated by the ISM company Sea Sailing Co Ltd. The detention indicates significant non-compliance with international maritime safety or environmental standards, requiring rectification before the vessel can resume operations. Port State Control inspections like this are routine measures to ensure maritime safety and environmental protection. Detentions serve as enforcement actions to address serious deficiencies that could compromise the safety of the vessel, crew, and marine environment. The detention of HARMONY 2 highlights the ongoing efforts of maritime authorities to uphold safety standards and prevent substandard ships from operating in international waters.