Bulk Carrier DAKOTA Detained in Tulcea Over Deficiencies

The Malta-flagged bulk carrier DAKOTA (IMO 9349980) was detained by Port State Control authorities in Tulcea, Romania, following an inspection on 11 Aug 2026 under the Paris MoU regime. Inspectors identified a total of 16 deficiencies aboard the vessel, of which six were classified as detainable, prompting the decision to hold the ship in port until the issues are rectified. The DAKOTA has a gross tonnage of 5,222 and is managed under the ISM Code by Platin Shipping & Trading Co. The Paris MoU on Port State Control covers ports across Europe and the North Atlantic, and conducts inspections to verify compliance with international maritime safety, security and environmental standards. Vessels found with serious deficiencies affecting seaworthiness, crew safety or pollution prevention systems can be detained until corrective action is taken and verified by inspectors. No further details regarding the specific nature of the deficiencies or an expected release date for the DAKOTA have been disclosed. The vessel will remain under detention in Tulcea pending resolution of the identified defects and a follow-up inspection by Paris MoU authorities.