In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has placed in a state of Tanais Dream bulk carrier stopped due to serious irregularities on board concerning violations of international standards on protection of human life at sea. The bulk carrier, which it transports grain, flies the flag of Belize and has a crew all of Russian nationality.

The detention order was issued by the Port Unit State Control at the end of a long and complex activity in edge. In particular, a thorough inspection revealed serious hygiene deficiencies in crew cabins, public spaces and entertainment venues, lack of the necessary provisions of to face the next voyage, presence of insects in kitchen, rooms with provisions and canteens. In addition, serious impairments to the heating/ventilation of crew cabins, absence of certifications of the ship's cook, machinery spaces with copious leaks from on-board and engine generators as well as various discrepancies in maritime matters security, as well as the requirements prescribed by the main international conventions on the safety of navigation and for the prevention of marine pollution.

In the coming days, under the direct responsibility of of the flag state of Belize, the Tanais Dream shall be subjected to the technical and documentary checks necessary to ensure their safety. Only later did the Guard team Coastal, under the orders of Rear Admiral Gaetano Angora, commander of the port of Naples and maritime director of Campania, will return on board for further inspection and, if successful, will authorize the departure of the ship. In addition, the commander and the owner of the detained bulk carrier shall be subject to the payment of an amount of approximately 4,000 euros for the payment of a administrative sanction and for additional charges related to the detention administrative unit.

Since the beginning of the year, there have already been 37 foreign units subject to control by the local Port State nucleus Control.