Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of M-V-Dakota

On August 11, 2026, the vessel 'Dakota' was detained in Tulcea after being found with six significant deficiencies. These citations include issues related to the Safety of Navigation where nautical publications were deemed unsatisfactory, as well as multiple concerns regarding Life Saving Appliances including lifeboats. Additional infractions involved documentation faults, where the crew certificates for both the master and officers failed to meet required standards. Furthermore, the ship faced deficiencies in compliance with the International Safety Management (ISM) Code, alongside fire safety hazards concerning fire doors and performance evaluations of crew during fire drills. Notably, all the deficiencies identified were stated to be outside the responsibility of the Recognized Organization (RO).