The 7,300-dwt Saltina (built 2008) was held after the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) found four deficiencies considered grounds for detention.

According to the MCA’s monthly update, the V Ships-managed vessel’s lack of familiarity with fire protection systems and an improperly maintained emergency generator played a part in the detention.

Twelve deficiencies in all were found on the ship, which was still being held as of 31 August.

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