DSK THELMA Detained in Lianyungang Port

The vessel DSK THELMA, flagged under Sao Tome and Principe, was detained following a Port State Control inspection in Lianyungang on 28 Jul 2026. The inspection, conducted under the Tokyo Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), identified a total of nine deficiencies, four of which were considered detainable. DSK THELMA is classified as a ship engaged in other special activities with a gross tonnage of 2,297. The detention indicates that the deficiencies found were serious enough to warrant preventing the vessel from continuing its voyage until corrective measures are implemented. Port State Control inspections under the Tokyo MOU aim to ensure that foreign ships visiting member ports comply with international safety, security, and environmental standards. Detentions serve as a critical enforcement tool to uphold maritime safety and protect port environments. The vessel will remain detained in Lianyungang until the identified issues are resolved and the ship meets the required standards for safe operation.