Refers to: Ship-owners, Operators, Masters and Managers of PHRS certified vessels
Effective Dates: N/A
- SCOPE
This Newsletter aims to inform all interested parties about the publication of Marine Advisory: 16/2026 by the Liberia Maritime Authority. The purpose of this Marine Advisory is to draw the attention of shipowners, operators, Masters and crew to the importance of timely reporting of alleged inadequacies of port reception facilities (PRF) encountered during port operations.
- BACKGROUND
As outlined in POL-006, Masters and/or shipowners/operators encountering difficulties in discharging MARPOL wastes/residues, including plastic to port reception facilities are required to report such cases to the Administration and, if possible, to the Authorities of the port State concerned.
The information received forms the basis for the Administration’s notification to the IMO and supports follow-up actions with the relevant port State.
For the full text please follow the link below.
Marine Advisory: 16/2026
For any questions or further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at technical@phrs.gr or Liberia’s Investigations Department at investigations@liscr.com.
