A Liberian-flagged chemical tanker was stopped in the port of Naples following an inspection by the Port Authority–Coast Guard. The inspection, conducted by the specialized Port State Control unit, revealed seven serious deficiencies, including the crew's lack of training in dealing with emergencies at sea and living conditions on board that were deemed unsuitable.
The vessel, 150 meters long and 12 tons, had arrived in Naples for commercial operations and had already unloaded a cargo of palm oil. However, it will not be able to leave the port until the irregularities found by inspectors have been certified as corrected.
According to the Coast Guard , the activity is part of a targeted plan of controls against so-called "sub-standard" vessels, units which, in violation of international conventions, represent a danger not only to the safety of navigation and the protection of the marine environment, but also to the living and working conditions of seafarers.
The article mentions a ship stopped in Naples, but it's unclear whether adequate measures have been taken to address the deficiencies. It's important that the crew is prepared for emergencies and that living conditions are decent.