Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Spetses-Spirit

On August 13, 2026, the vessel 'Spetses Spirit' faced its second detention of the year while docked in Guangzhou. The ship was cited for a total of five notable deficiencies during this inspection. These included issues related to emergency systems, specifically the emergency source of power and generator, which were flagged under the code 04114. Additionally, structural conditions were marked under code 02199, along with a malfunctioning water level indicator (04113), inadequate launching arrangements for rescue boats (11113), and concerns regarding the Ballast Water Management Plan (14801). All deficiencies were reported as not being the responsibility of the Recognized Organization (RO). After undergoing necessary rectifications, the 'Spetses Spirit' was cleared for release on August 17. This incident follows a previous detention at Changshu port on January 4, 2026, where the ship was also noted for five similar deficiencies.

In a significant enforcement action, the 'Spetses Spirit' faced detention at Changshu port on January 4, 2026, following a thorough inspection conducted by inspectors from the Tokyo Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The inspection revealed five critical deficiencies, with three classified as severe enough to warrant a detention. As of January 6, the vessel remained docked at coordinates 31° 47' N 121° 02' E, located on the Yangtze River near Haimen. This incident underscores the ongoing commitment to maritime safety and regulatory compliance in the region.

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