New MarinePALS video prepares crew for Port State Control Campaign

(Posted on 03/09/24)

Tokyo and the Paris Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) on Port State Control have launched a three-month joint Concentrated Inspection Campaign (CIC) on Crew Wages and Seafarers’ Employment Agreements from 1 September. To prepare seafarers and shipping companies for this new regime, leading maritime training solutions provider MarinePALS has launched a targeted video offering a crucial checklist ahead of inspection.  

Running from 1st September 2024 to 30th November 2024, the CIC will focus on crew wages and the Seafarer Employment Agreement (SEA), both critical components under the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC). This inspection campaign will be conducted in addition to regular Port State Control (PSC) inspections, emphasising the importance of compliance in these areas.

The MarinePALS training video has been specifically developed to address the 10 key questions outlined in the CIC checklist. By focusing on these critical areas, MarinePALS aims to ensure that seafarers and shipping companies are fully equipped to meet the requirements of the inspection campaign, thereby minimising risks and ensuring compliance.

"Our new video is a crucial resource for seafarers and operators, offering clear guidance on the CIC checklist items," explained Capt. Pradeep Chawla, CEO of MarinePALS. "By providing this targeted training, we're helping the maritime community to better understand the expectations of the CIC and to proactively address any potential issues related to crew wages and employment agreements."

During the CIC, non-conformities could result in recording of a deficiency, instructions for the Master to rectify, or even detention of the vessel. The results of the campaign will be presented to the governing bodies of both MoUs and potentially submitted to the ILO and IMO.

The new training video is available to all MarinePALS users, ensuring that seafarers across the globe can access the guidance they need to prepare for the upcoming CIC.

MarinePALS remains committed to supporting the maritime industry with innovative and effective training solutions that enhance safety, compliance, and operational excellence.

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