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Enjoy the experience and good luck choosing the right ship!
Here's how to participate
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The aim is to find at least three good ships before your time runs out.
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- Choose a high-quality vessel to gain a point.
- Discard a poor-quality vessel to keep a life.
- Choose a poor-quality vessel or discard a high-quality vessel to lose a life.
Serene Horizon
Vessel has no recorded incidents or PSC detentions.
This is a risky vessel.
The vessel owner is on a RightShip watchlist due to known financial issues. They have failed to address numerous issues onboard the vessel due to cost, including crew wages and urgent repairs. The crew has contacted the ITF and the vessel owner is now at risk of arrest. The vessel has been detained with your cargo onboard.
RightShip Insight
Crew welfare and abandonment cases are a continuing cause for concern in the maritime industry. RightShip's 2023 Seafarer Abandonment report went into detail on this issue.
You picked a good ship
The vessel owner is on a RightShip watchlist due to known financial issues. They have failed to address numerous issues onboard the vessel due to cost, including crew wages and urgent repairs. The crew has contacted the ITF and the vessel owner is now at risk of arrest. The vessel has been detained with its cargo onboard.
RightShip Insight
Crew welfare and abandonment cases are a continuing cause for concern in the maritime industry. RightShip's 2023 Seafarer Abandonment report went into detail on this issue.
Stellar Voyager
Vessel known to have been detained in the past for poor voyage planning.
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You picked a risky vessel
Poor weather conditions and an overload of cargo resulted in structural damage to vessel, which was then unable to complete its voyage and discharge its cargo.
RightShip Insight
There have been around 50,000 incidents recorded over the last decade, with dry bulk vessels, cargo vessels, and chemical tanker vessels having the highest incident ratings.
That was a risky vessel
Poor weather conditions and an overload of cargo resulted in structural damage to vessel, which was then unable to complete its voyage and discharge its cargo.
RightShip Insight
There have been around 50,000 incidents recorded over the last decade, with dry bulk vessels, cargo vessels, and chemical tanker vessels having the highest incident ratings.
Golden Crest
Vessel's hull and deck look to be in pristine condition.
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You picked a risky vessel
During a RightShip inspection, it was discovered that there was rust on the hull and no records of maintenance work. Poor weather on the voyage caused damage to the vessel structure, and consequently there was a machinery breakdown.
RightShip Insight
Hull and machinery damage account for nearly 18% of all shipping incidents.
That was a risky vessel
During a RightShip inspection, it was discovered that there was rust on the hull and no records of maintenance work. Poor weather on the voyage caused damage to the vessel structure, and consequently there was a machinery breakdown.
RightShip Insight
Hull and machinery damage account for nearly 18% of all shipping incidents.
Empress of Tides
Vessel's voyage data recorder (VDR) is not working and the shipowner has been given one month to fix it.
You picked a good vessel
Congratulations, you picked a RightShip-recommended vessel, and your cargo arrived safely at its discharge location. The voyage was short, and your vessel's certificates were valid for the full duration of the voyage.
RightShip Insight
The RightShip vetting team verifies that all certificates are valid for the full duration of the voyage before recommending a vessel.
That was a good vessel
This vessel would have been recommended by RightShip. The cargo safely reached its discharge location. The voyage was short, and the vessel's certificates were valid for the full duration of the voyage.
RightShip Insight
The RightShip vetting team verifies that all certificates are valid for the full duration of the voyage before recommending a vessel.
Nebula Runner
Vessel is managed by a well-known and reputable ship operator (DOC).
You picked a risky vessel
The vessel operator refuses to provide full details of all associated and owning management entities. During the voyage, sanctions have been imposed on a management entity due to potential criminal activity.
RightShip Insight
RightShip uses best-in-class software and databases to assess risks related to sanctions and other issues.
That was a risky vessel
The vessel operator refuses to provide full details of all associated and owning management entities. During the voyage, sanctions have been imposed on a management entity due to potential criminal activity.
RightShip Insight
RightShip uses best-in-class software and databases to assess risks related to sanctions and other issues.
Thunderous Goliath
Vessel has reported radar failure.
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You picked a good vessel
Congratulations, you picked a RightShip-recommended vessel, and your cargo arrived safely at its discharge location. Vessels are equipped with more than one radar. During screening, RightShip verified that the other radar was functioning and that flag dispensation was granted to operate safely.
RightShip Insight
During screening, RightShip verifies that radar systems are operational. If they are not, we ask ship managers to provide evidence that all concerned parties, like Flag, Class, and Port Authorities, are notified.
That was a good vessel
RightShip would have recommended this vessel, and its cargo safely arrived at its discharge location. The vessel is equipped with multiple radars. During the screening, RightShip confirmed that the other radar was functioning and that the flag dispensation was granted for safe operation.
RightShip Insight
During screening, RightShip verifies that radar systems are operational. If they are not, we ask ship managers to provide evidence that all concerned parties, like Flag, Class, and Port Authorities, are notified.
Swift Cargohawk
Vessel is part of a large fleet and managed by a well-known and reputable ship operator
You picked a risky vessel
During RightShip screening, a Condition of Class was discovered related to the rubber packing on the vessel's hatch covers, which was damaged. Consequently, there was leakage to the cargo holds due to lack of watertightness, which damaged your cargo and created a high safety risk for crew onboard.
RightShip Insight
Transporting cargo is a highly complex operation, and seemingly small issues can cause major problems.
That was a risky vessel
During RightShip screening, a Condition of Class was discovered related to the rubber packing on the vessel's hatch covers, which was damaged. Consequently, there was leakage to the cargo holds due to lack of watertightness, which damaged your cargo and created a high safety risk for crew onboard.
RightShip Insight
Transporting cargo is a highly complex operation, and seemingly small issues can cause major problems.
Oceanic Majesty
This vessel has been detained by Port State Control (PSC) several times over the last five years.
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You picked a good vessel
Congratulations, you picked a RightShip-recommended vessel, and your cargo arrived safely at its discharge location. PSC detentions are acceptable as long as corrective and preventative steps have been taken to solve fleet-wide problems.
RightShip Insight
During the vetting process, RightShip experts reviewed the vessel's safety performance, including PSC detentions and post-detention SIRE inspections. The vet revealed that, in the past two years, the vessel changed DOC holder and that its safety performance has improved since then.
That was a good vessel
This would have been a RightShip-recommended vessel. The ship and its cargo arrived safely at its discharge location. PSC detentions are acceptable as long as corrective and preventative steps have been taken to solve fleet-wide problems.
RightShip Insight
During the vetting process, RightShip experts reviewed the vessel's safety performance, including PSC detentions and post-detention SIRE inspections. The vet revealed that, in the past two years, the vessel changed DOC holder and that its safety performance has improved since then.
Ironclad Titan
Vessel's crew records show an overlap between member rest records and signed work records.
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You picked a risky vessel
During a vet screening it has been verified that the crew matrix does not comply with suitable crew manning. Deficient manning standards and insufficient crewing have resulted in a fatigued and overloaded crew. A mistake has occurred as a result. Your ship is being detained while manning standards onboard are investigated. This has caused delays to your cargo.
RightShip Insight
RightShip vetting and inspections uncover deficiencies in crew welfare standards on individual vessels and across a DOC holder's fleet. The RightShip Crew Welfare Self-Assessment Tool is designed to help ship owners and managers benchmark their crew welfare performance.
That was a risky vessel
During a vet screening it has been verified that the crew matrix does not comply with suitable crew manning. Deficient manning standards and insufficient crewing have resulted in a fatigued and overloaded crew. A mistake has occurred as a result. Your ship is being detained while manning standards onboard are investigated. This has caused delays to your cargo.
RightShip Insight
RightShip vetting and inspections uncover deficiencies in crew welfare standards on individual vessels and across a DOC holder's fleet. The RightShip Crew Welfare Self-Assessment Tool is designed to help ship owners and managers benchmark their crew welfare performance.
Midnight Mariner
Vessel's most recent Port State Control report highlighted security deficincies, and the vessel will be trading in high-risk areas.
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You picked a risky vessel
Pirates boarded your ship. As there were no security protocols, the crew, bunkering fuel, and cargo have all been lost.
RightShip Insight
During vetting, RightShip experts will assess the vessel's risk planning for this specific route, and what corrective and preventative actions have been taken in relation to the security deficiencies highlighted in the PSC report.
That was a risky vessel
Pirates boarded the ship. As there were no security protocols, the crew, bunkering fuel, and cargo have all been lost.
RightShip Insight
During vetting, RightShip experts will assess the vessel's risk planning for this specific route, and what corrective and preventative actions have been taken in relation to the security deficiencies highlighted in the PSC report.
Crystal Serpent
Vessel is on long-term charter. Class conditions not recorded.
You picked a risky vessel
During a RightShip screening, it was discovered that the vessel's oil water separator was damaged, which means the vessel could potentially discharge oil in areas where sealife could be harmed. Local environmental groups got hold of this information, took photos and sent the story to newspapers. Your company is now suffering reputational damage.
RightShip Insight
Customers are increasingly interested in how their products get to them. Getting involved with problematic vessels can be damaging to a business’s reputation. Find out more on how to spot problematic vessels.
That was a risky vessel
During a RightShip screening, it was discovered that the vessel's oil water separator was damaged, posing a risk of oil discharge in sensitive marine areas. Local environmental groups obtained this information, documented the issue, and shared the story with newspapers. By discarding this ship, your company successfully avoided potential reputational damage.
RightShip Insight
Customers are increasingly interested in how their products get to them. Getting involved with problematic vessels can be damaging to a business’s reputation. Find out more on how to spot problematic vessels.
Radiant Valiant
Vessel is RightShip GHG E-rated, worst in class for this Bulk Carrier segment +/-10% of DWT. Vessel has not invested in any energy saving devices or equipment.
You picked a risky vessel
Your vessel design inefficiency leads to increased fuel consumption and cost, and difficulty in reaching your company's annual emissions targets.
RightShip Insight
There is increasing interest in the carbon footprint of vessels due to regulatory changes (EEXI; CII), reporting requirements (EU ETS from 2024; corporate sustainability reporting requirements), company's internal policies on net zero, and broader societal expectations. Find out how RightShip's GHG Rating can help businesses on their decarbonisation journeys.
That was a risky vessel
The vessel's design inefficiency results in heightened fuel consumption and associated costs, as well as challenges in meeting the annual emissions targets of most companies.
RightShip Insight
There is increasing interest in the carbon footprint of vessels due to regulatory changes (EEXI; CII), reporting requirements (EU ETS from 2024; corporate sustainability reporting requirements), company's internal policies on net zero, and broader societal expectations. Find out how RightShip's GHG Rating can help businesses on their decarbonisation journeys.
Diamond Vanguard
Vessel is registered with a non-IACS class.
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You picked a risky vessel
Poor design and substandard materials have led to structural damage to the hatch covers. Your cargo was not properly sealed and has been damaged in adverse weather.
RightShip Insight
In the last decade publicly available claims records show that there have been more than 11,000 insurance claims representing total losses of more than USD $17 bn. Find out more.
That was a risky vessel
Poor design and substandard materials have led to structural damage to the hatch covers. The cargo onboard was not properly sealed and has been damaged in adverse weather.
RightShip Insight
In the last decade publicly available claims records show that there have been more than 11,000 insurance claims representing total losses of more than USD $17 bn. Find out more.
Bella Aston Villa
Vessel is GHG A+ rated, best in class for this Bulk Carrier segment +/-10% of DWT. Has invested in energy saving device including Rudder Optimisation and Hull/Duct Fin to ensure it's design efficiency is as very low (2.9gCO2/tnm).
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You picked a good vessel
Congratulations, you picked a RightShip-recommended vessel. Choosing the most efficient vessels can greatly reduce fuel consumption, cost, and GHG emissions. Vessels that are well-managed will have even greater environmental results, which will impact a company's short-, medium-, and long-term decarbonisation goals.
RightShip Insight
There is increasing interest in the carbon footprint of vessels due to regulatory changes (EEXI; CII), reporting requirements (EU ETS from 2024; corporate sustainability reporting requirements), company's internal policies on net zero, and broader societal expectations. Find out how RightShip's GHG Rating can help businesses on their decarbonisation journeys.
That was a good vessel
RightShip would have recommended this vessel. Opting for the most efficient vessels can significantly diminish fuel consumption, costs, and greenhouse gas emissions. Moreover, well-managed vessels yield even more pronounced environmental benefits, thereby influencing a company's short-, medium-, and long-term decarbonization objectives.
RightShip Insight
There is increasing interest in the carbon footprint of vessels due to regulatory changes (EEXI; CII), reporting requirements (EU ETS from 2024; corporate sustainability reporting requirements), company's internal policies on net zero, and broader societal expectations. Find out how RightShip's GHG Rating can help businesses on their decarbonisation journeys.
Silent Leviathan
This vessel has not undergone a RightShip inspection in the last year.
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You picked a risky vessel
The vessel has been poorly maintained, leading to a blackout onboard. Due to insufficient power, the vessel was unable to manoeuvre through the narrow channels of the Port. You are now causing a blockage in the channel, resulting in delays for other vessels and potential fines.
RightShip Insight
RightShip expects all vessels older than 14 years with a deadweight of over 8,000 to go through an annual RightShip Inspection before they can be recommended.
That was a risky vessel
The vessel has been poorly maintained, leading to a blackout onboard. Due to insufficient power, the vessel was unable to manoeuvre through the narrow channels of the Port. This is now causing a blockage in the channel, resulting in delays for other vessels and potential fines.
RightShip Insight
RightShip expects all vessels older than 14 years with a deadweight of over 8,000 to go through an annual RightShip Inspection before they can be recommended.
Horizon Seeker
Vessel has no recent record of survey or maintenance to cranes.
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You picked a risky vessel
Cranes onboard the vessel have deteriorated over time and now pose a serious risk to stevedores. Upon arrival at port, the faulty cranes cause damage to the cargo and ship strucutre and cause injury to a crew member. Your vessel is damaged and the vessel is detained for investigation.
RightShip Insight
RightShip data shows that 10.4% of vessels face some sort of detention. The detention ratio drops to 8.5% for vessels that have been vetted by the RightShip operations team, compared to an 11.3% detention ration for non-vetted vessels.
That was a risky vessel
The cranes onboard the vessel have deteriorated over time, posing a serious risk to stevedores. Upon arrival at port, the faulty cranes caused damage to both the cargo and ship structure, resulting in injury to a crew member. As a consequence, the vessel has been damaged and detained for investigation.
RightShip Insight
RightShip data shows that 10.4% of vessels face some sort of detention. The detention ratio drops to 8.5% for vessels that have been vetted by the RightShip operations team, compared to an 11.3% detention ration for non-vetted vessels.
Eternal Phoenix
Vessel's statutory certificates have not been verified by Master and managing company.
You picked a risky vessel
Port State Control stopped your vessel to check documents. The class certification has expired and they have detained your vessel. A RightShip Screening would have verified the certificate's validity.
RightShip Insight
RightShip data shows that 10.4% of vessels face some sort of detention. The detention ratio drops to 8.5% for vessels that have been vetted by the RightShip operations team, compared to an 11.3% detention ration for non-vetted vessels.
That was a risky vessel
During a Port State Control inspection, it was discovered that the vessel's class certification had expired, leading to its detention. This could have been prevented if a RightShip Screening had been conducted to verify the validity of the certificate.
RightShip Insight
RightShip data shows that 10.4% of vessels face some sort of detention. The detention ratio drops to 8.5% for vessels that have been vetted by the RightShip operations team, compared to an 11.3% detention ration for non-vetted vessels.
Arctic Spirit
Vessel's NavTex reported as unoperational.
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You picked a risky vessel
Being without an operational NavTex led to an inability to update the voyage plan, which led the vessel to navigate in an area interdicted due to military exercise. This resulted in the vessel putting itself in danger. It was spotted and arrested and the company was fined.
RightShip Insight
During screening, RightShip will review the vessel's ability to carry out risk assessment for its passage plan without an operational NavTex. If it cannot do so adequately, the vessel will not be recommended.
That was a risky vessel
Being without an operational NavTex led to an inability to update the voyage plan, which led the vessel to navigate in an area interdicted due to military exercise. This resulted in the vessel putting itself in danger. It was spotted and arrested. By discarding this ship, your company successfully avoided any consequential fines.
RightShip Insight
During screening, RightShip will review the vessel's ability to carry out risk assessment for its passage plan without an operational NavTex. If it cannot do so adequately, the vessel will not be recommended.
Sovereign Breeze
The vessel has been involved in a recent detention by a Port Authority
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You picked a risky vessel
Restricted cargo has been discovered onboard and seized by the Port Authority. Your vessel has been detained for further investigation.
RightShip Insight
Between 1 April 2022 and 31 March 2024, RightShip recorded 1,397 bulk carrier detentions and 1,614 general cargo vessel detentions.
That was a risky vessel
Restricted cargo has been discovered onboard and seized by the Port Authority. Your vessel has been detained for further investigation.
RightShip Insight
Between 1 April 2022 and 31 March 2024, RightShip recorded 1,397 bulk carrier detentions and 1,614 general cargo vessel detentions.
Aurora Empress
Vessel's captain has previously switched off AIS (Automatic Identification system) in suspicious circumstances.
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You picked a good vessel
RightShip reviews full investigation reports for detained vessels, assessing root causes and corrective and preventative actions. In this case, the vessel's captain was advised to switch off AIS for security reasons and RightShip's experts can recommend the vessel. RightShip only recommends the vessel only when satisfactory report is received. Congratulation , you picked a RightShip recommended vessel.
RightShip Insight
Governments are increasingly fining andsanctioning companies caught in certain types of trades, and they expect charterers, traders, and financiers to have access to the same level of sophisticated monitoring that they do. The Office of Foreign Assets Control issued 16 enforcement actions in 2022, totalling $42.6 million USD. Find out more >
That was a good vessel
RightShip reviews full investigation reports for detained vessels, assessing root causes and corrective and preventative actions. In this case, the vessel's captain was advised to switch off AIS for security reasons and RightShip's experts can recommend the vessel. RightShip only recommends the vessel only when satisfactory report is received. Congratulation , you picked a RightShip recommended vessel.
RightShip Insight
Governments are increasingly fining andsanctioning companies caught in certain types of trades, and they expect charterers, traders, and financiers to have access to the same level of sophisticated monitoring that they do. The Office of Foreign Assets Control issued 16 enforcement actions in 2022, totalling $42.6 million USD. Find out more >
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