Bulk Carrier LUYANG SMOOTH Detained at Royal Portbury

The bulk carrier LUYANG SMOOTH (IMO 9538763), flagged in Panama, was detained at Royal Portbury following a Port State Control inspection on 20 Jul 2026. The vessel, with a gross tonnage of 41,342, was found with a total of 40 deficiencies, including five considered detainable. The inspection was conducted under the Paris Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) framework. The ship is managed by SEACON SHIPS MGMT-QINGDAO, which is responsible for the vessel's compliance with international safety and operational standards. The detention indicates significant non-compliance issues that must be rectified before the vessel can resume operations. Port State Control inspections are routine checks aimed at ensuring vessels meet safety, security, and environmental standards. Detentions are imposed when deficiencies pose risks to crew safety, the environment, or maritime security. The LUYANG SMOOTH's detention underscores the importance of maintaining rigorous standards in ship management and operation.