Technical circular on the loss of anchor issued by the Marshall Islands

The Republic of the Marshall Islands Maritime Administrator has issued a technical circular No. 12 regarding the loss of anchor.

The circular was published on 6 September 2023.

Introduction

To ensure a consistent response in loss of anchor cases, Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) Recognized Organizations (ROs) are instructed to follow these procedures when handling such cases on RMI-flagged vessels.

Procedure

On being notified of a loss of anchor, a Short Term Cargo Ship Safety Construction Certificate valid for a maximum of two months may be issued without specific authorization from the RMI Maritime Administrator.

If a longer timeframe is required, the RO must request authorization from the
Administrator per Marine Notice 2-011-4 with respect to a serious safety-related
matter.

The request must be sent to technical@register-iri.com and cover:

• any special operational or construction considerations;
• the shipowner’s corrective action plan; and
• a recommendation on the term of validity for the certificate.

The following notations must be included on the Short-Term Cargo Ship Safety Construction Certificate when issued:

• Tug assistance is to be provided, at the discretion of the Master, while entering
  port, leaving port, and while navigating in confined waters; and
• Main Engine/propulsion is to be kept on “Stand By” at all times while at anchor.

For more information, please see the documents below (available only to subscribers):

Loss of Anchor

Issuance and Use of Statutory Certificates