Bulk Carrier SPETSES SPIRIT Detained in Guangzhou

The bulk carrier SPETSES SPIRIT, flagged under the Marshall Islands, was detained in Guangzhou following a Port State Control inspection on 13 Aug 2026. The vessel, with a gross tonnage of 43,881 and deadweight of 80,328, was found to have a total of 10 deficiencies, five of which were considered detainable. The inspection was conducted under the Tokyo Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) framework. The ship is managed by Moderna Marine Management Ltd, which is responsible for the vessel’s compliance with international safety and operational standards. The detention indicates significant non-compliance issues that must be addressed before the vessel can resume operations. Port State Control inspections are routine checks aimed at ensuring vessels meet safety, security, and environmental standards. Detentions occur when deficiencies pose serious risks to the ship, crew, or environment. The SPETSES SPIRIT’s detention highlights the ongoing enforcement efforts in the region to maintain maritime safety and regulatory compliance.