Panama-Flagged Bulk Carrier Detained in Chittagong

The bulk carrier BROTHER GLORY (IMO 9170298), flying the Panama flag, was detained following a Port State Control inspection conducted under the Indian Ocean MoU regime at the port of Chittagong on 26 Aug 2026. Inspectors recorded a total of five deficiencies during the examination, one of which was assessed as detainable, prompting authorities to hold the vessel at port until the issue is rectified. Further details on the specific nature of the deficiencies have not been disclosed in the inspection record. The vessel is managed under the ISM Code by BBG INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING, which bears responsibility for ensuring the ship's compliance with safety and operational standards. Port State Control inspections under the Indian Ocean MoU are designed to verify that foreign-flagged vessels calling at member ports meet international safety, pollution prevention, and crew welfare requirements as set out in conventions such as SOLAS, MARPOL, and the ISM Code. Detention of a vessel typically remains in effect until the responsible flag state or classification society confirms that deficiencies have been addressed and the ship is fit to resume operations. No information has been provided regarding the expected duration of the detention or the vessel's next port of call.