1 of 20 Q3 2025 ABS PORT STATE CONTROL QUARTERLY REPORT 2 of 20 ABS Commitment The American Bureau of Shipping (hereinafter “ABS”) is recognized as the leading classification society globally, dedicated to advancing safety, environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance within the maritime industry. Since its establishment in 1862, ABS has been at the forefront of marine safety, providing comprehensive classification services to shipbuilders, owners and operators. With a network of over 2,000 highly skilled technical professionals strategically positioned worldwide, ABS leverages its extensive expertise, deep industry knowledge, and sound professional judgment to support vessel owners and operators in achieving operational excellence. ABS has built a reputation for its unwavering commitment to quality, establishing rigorous standards of Excellence, and delivering superior technical and survey services. By assisting clients in meeting these standards, ABS fosters safe, efficient and sustainable maritime operations. Our Mission The mission of ABS is to serve the public interest as well as the needs of our members and clients by promoting the security of life and property and preserving the natural environment. Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Policy We will respond to the needs of our members, clients and the public by delivering quality products and services in support of our mission that provides for the safety of life and property and the protection of the natural environment. With the input and the participation of our workers, we are committed to continually improving the effectiveness of our HSQE performance and management system by identifying risks and opportunities that help to eliminate hazards and reduce risks and by providing safe and healthy working conditions for the prevention of workrelated injury, ill health and pollution. We will comply with all applicable legal requirements as well as any additional requirements ABS subscribes to which relate to HSQE aspects, objectives and targets. 3 of 20 Foreword The ABS Quarterly Report on Port State Control (PSC) provides vessel owners with insights into deficiencies identified on ABS-classed vessels during inspections conducted by various PSC regimes worldwide in the third quarter of 2025. This report aims to enhance awareness of potential areas of concern and support owners in addressing issues that may impact compliance and operational performance. PSC inspections serve as a critical mechanism for identifying and eliminating substandard vessels that pose risks to maritime safety and the marine environment. A vessel is deemed substandard if its hull, machinery, equipment, accommodation, operational safety or environmental protection measures fall significantly below the standards prescribed by relevant conventions, or if its crew fails to meet the requirements outlined in the safe manning document. Clear evidence of non-compliance with convention requirements, or indications that the master or crew lack familiarity with essential shipboard procedures related to safety and pollution prevention, may prompt PSC inspectors to conduct more detailed inspections. ABS provides comprehensive support to owners and operators in addressing PSC deficiencies by conducting detailed reviews of inspection findings, offering technical guidance to rectify non-compliance issues and helping to ensure corrective actions align with international regulatory standards. ABS surveyors and tec