DNV: The 2026 PSC CIC on cargo securing – be prepared
The 2026 CIC on cargo securing Every year, PSC regimes determine a specific focus area during regular inspections. For the current year, the Paris and Tokyo MoUs have agreed to run a CIC on the topic of cargo securing. The majority of PSC MoUs will participate in this year’s CIC. The CIC will be carried ...
In 2026, the Paris and Tokyo MoUs have decided to conduct a Cargo Securing Inspection (CIC) during regular inspections. This CIC, which will run from September 1 to November 30, will involve an additional questionnaire focused on cargo securing. DNV will publish a Technical and Regulatory News once the final questionnaire becomes available.
Key inspection areas for the CIC include documentation and planning, correct cargo securing practice, and the condition and availability of securing equipment. These inspections will also cover other non-detainable deficiencies, which could lead to grounds for detention if they indicate a systemic failure of the ISM system.
To prepare for the CIC, DNV recommends updating the Cargo Securing Manual to reflect current cargo types, inspecting and maintaining all lashing and securing equipment, training the crew on proper cargo securing procedures, and informing masters and crew about the planned CIC. DNV's PSC Planner, which will be updated from the end of August to December 2026, will include the CIC questionnaire in its checklist.
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