UML VICTORIA Detained in Southampton Over Deficiencies

The general cargo vessel UML VICTORIA (IMO 9500053) was detained in Southampton following a Port State Control inspection on 23 Jul 2026. The ship, flagged under AG and operating under the Paris Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), was found with a total of 20 deficiencies, including 4 considered detainable. The inspection revealed significant issues that warranted immediate detention to ensure maritime safety and compliance. The vessel has a gross tonnage of 9,772 and is managed by the ISM company Held Bereederungs GmbH & Co KG. The detention highlights ongoing enforcement efforts by Paris MOU authorities to uphold international safety standards. Port State Control inspections are routine checks aimed at verifying that foreign ships meet international regulations. Detentions occur when deficiencies pose serious risks to the vessel, crew, or environment. UML VICTORIA's detention will remain until the identified deficiencies are rectified and verified by authorities.