PSCC22 Press Release

Istanbul, Turkey – In the light of the current tense geopolitical situation, representatives of the Port State Control Committee, the governing body under the Memorandum of Understanding on Port State Control in the Black Sea Region (BS MoU), by virtual means, for the Twenty-second session from 12 to 13 April 2022.

The meeting was chaired by Captain Alexandar ILIEV - Harbour Master of Port Burgas, Bulgaria.

Captain ILIEV officially declared the opening of the meeting and made a welcome speech. In his opening speech, Capt. Iliev firstly welcomed all delegates. Expressing that the Region is passing through difficult days, Capt. Iliev recalled the common understanding of main principles for PSC and stressed the fundamental role of port State control for the high level of vessel safety standards that are essential for safe and clean seas. He also revealed the convincement on the continuing role of the Black Sea MoU to be the important part of the international cooperation and efforts for safe and clean Oceans.

Preliminary results of the CIC on stability in general

Interim Guideline Relating to the Covid-19 Circumstances

Notice to PSCOs No.13 Interim Guideline Relating to the Covid-19 Circumstances

The Port State Control Committee has considered and agreed that, noting the global impact of the Covid-19, there is the practical need to apply flexibility under these special circumstances. Within the Black Sea region, national measures will be implemented by member authorities that are, to a large extent affecting the port State control regime. While the Covid-19 remains an issue, the following guidelines should be applied on a case by case basis by member Authorities of the BS MoU.

Overview of COVID-19 BSMoU MS measures