The Paris Memorandum of Understanding on Port State Control (Paris MoU) raised alarms about deceptive maritime practices during its 59th Committee meeting in Glasgow from May 18 to 22. The detention rate has risen to 4.18% in 2025, up from 4.03% in 2024 and 3.81% in 2023, underscoring the importance of Port State Control. The Committee expressed concern over the increasing number of ships with fraudulent registrations, prompting the development of guidance for handling such cases to ensure a coordinated regional response.
The Committee acknowledged the limitations of Port State Control in addressing risks from vessels that avoid Paris MoU ports, emphasizing the need for enhanced international cooperation and information sharing. A significant outcome was the decision to create a voluntary Port State Control framework for fishing vessels over 24 meters, with a task force assigned to outline its core elements.
Additionally, the Committee reviewed the results of the joint Concentrated Inspection Campaign on Ballast Water Management, noting a gap between formal compliance and actual operational effectiveness. While documentation was generally high, practical shortcomings often hindered compliance. The Paris MoU reiterated the importance of consistent operations and crew training to meet environmental goals. Future joint inspection campaigns were also discussed, focusing on Cargo Securing for 2026 and Enclosed Space Entry for 2027.
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