Bulk Carrier CLIPPER IRIS Detained in Jubail

The bulk carrier CLIPPER IRIS, flagged under the Marshall Islands, was detained following a Port State Control inspection in Jubail on 16 Jun 2025. The vessel, with a gross tonnage of 36,353, falls under the Riyadh Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) jurisdiction. The detention indicates that the ship did not meet certain regulatory or safety standards during the inspection. Port State Control inspections are conducted to ensure compliance with international maritime conventions and to maintain safety and environmental standards. CLIPPER IRIS's detention will remain in effect until the identified deficiencies are rectified and the vessel passes a subsequent inspection. Such actions are part of ongoing efforts to enhance maritime safety and protect port environments within the Riyadh MOU region.