Fraudulent PSC Inspection Charges

We have received reports of Members being notified by Indonesian ship’s agents, that Indonesian regulations require their vessels be inspected by PSC.

The ship’s agent then advises the Master that the PSC inspectors must travel some distance and expect reimbursement of their costs, in the amount of US$3000. However, the ship’s agent then adds that the requirement for a PSC inspection can be waived upon payment of a US$500 “administrative charge”.

Tokyo MOU have confirmed that this practice is not official and that any payments required by PSC inspectors should only be made to the Harbour Office. This matter is being further investigated by the relevant authorities.