Bulk Carrier BUNUN FORTUNE Detained in Melbourne

The bulk carrier BUNUN FORTUNE, flagged in Panama, was detained in Melbourne, Victoria, following a Port State Control inspection on 31 Jul 2026. The vessel, with a gross tonnage of 23,281 and a deadweight of 37,790, was found to have 10 deficiencies in total, including 2 detainable deficiencies. The inspection was conducted under the Tokyo Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) framework. The ship is managed by FLEET MANAGEMENT LTD, which is responsible for the International Safety Management (ISM) system on board. The detention indicates serious non-compliance issues that require rectification before the vessel can resume operations. Port State Control inspections are routine checks aimed at ensuring vessels meet international safety, security, and environmental standards. Detentions occur when deficiencies pose significant risks to the ship, crew, or environment. The detention of BUNUN FORTUNE highlights ongoing enforcement efforts to maintain maritime safety standards in Australian waters.