Research Article

An Analytical Study of Ship Deficiencies Identified During Port State Control: A Case Study of Kocaeli Port

Volume: 5 Number: 1 June 25, 2025
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An Analytical Study of Ship Deficiencies Identified During Port State Control: A Case Study of Kocaeli Port

Abstract

Maritime transport remains a fundamental pillar of international trade, and ship inspections are essential to ensure navigational safety and environmental protection. Port State Control (PSC) is a regulatory mechanism used to examine foreign-flagged vessels to verify their compliance with international maritime conventions. Among the various elements assessed during PSC inspections, a ship’s type and age significantly influence the likelihood of identifying deficiencies. This study focuses on the PSC inspection data collected from the ports of Kocaeli, a major maritime hub in Türkiye. The objective is to analyze how vessel age and type correlate with the frequency and severity of recorded deficiencies. Using the Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) statistical method, the research compares deficiency rates across various ship categories and age brackets. Additionally, the study examines inspection frequency regarding the risk profiles of different vessels. Findings indicate that ships aged 12 years or older exhibit a higher number of deficiencies, with general cargo vessels being particularly prone to non-compliance. While the overall effectiveness of PSC inspections is evident, the study highlights the need for improved efficiency in inspection protocols. It is suggested that risk assessment models be refined to include more detailed criteria and that inspection strategies be adapted based on vessel characteristics. Furthermore, enhancing pre-inspection preparedness by ship operators may contribute to better compliance outcomes. The study aims to support safer maritime operations by offering targeted recommendations for optimizing PSC inspections at Kocaeli Port.

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Thanks

The article is produced from master thesis research entitled “Analysis Of Port State Control (PSC) Inspection Results For Ships: The Case Of Kocaeli Port” which has been executed in a Master Program in Maritime Transportation Engineering of Kocaeli University, and the article is extended version presented at 5. Bilsel International Harput Scientific Researches Congress in 2025.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Marine Transportation, Ship Management

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

June 25, 2025

Submission Date

May 2, 2025

Acceptance Date

May 27, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 5 Number: 1

APA
Akbaş, U., & Arıcan, O. H. (2025). An Analytical Study of Ship Deficiencies Identified During Port State Control: A Case Study of Kocaeli Port. Journal of Marine and Engineering Technology, 5(1), 38-49. https://doi.org/10.58771/joinmet.1689849
AMA
1.Akbaş U, Arıcan OH. An Analytical Study of Ship Deficiencies Identified During Port State Control: A Case Study of Kocaeli Port. JOINMET. 2025;5(1):38-49. doi:10.58771/joinmet.1689849
Chicago
Akbaş, Uğur, and Ozan Hikmet Arıcan. 2025. “An Analytical Study of Ship Deficiencies Identified During Port State Control: A Case Study of Kocaeli Port”. Journal of Marine and Engineering Technology 5 (1): 38-49. https://doi.org/10.58771/joinmet.1689849.
EndNote
Akbaş U, Arıcan OH (June 1, 2025) An Analytical Study of Ship Deficiencies Identified During Port State Control: A Case Study of Kocaeli Port. Journal of Marine and Engineering Technology 5 1 38–49.
IEEE
[1]U. Akbaş and O. H. Arıcan, “An Analytical Study of Ship Deficiencies Identified During Port State Control: A Case Study of Kocaeli Port”, JOINMET, vol. 5, no. 1, pp. 38–49, June 2025, doi: 10.58771/joinmet.1689849.
ISNAD
Akbaş, Uğur - Arıcan, Ozan Hikmet. “An Analytical Study of Ship Deficiencies Identified During Port State Control: A Case Study of Kocaeli Port”. Journal of Marine and Engineering Technology 5/1 (June 1, 2025): 38-49. https://doi.org/10.58771/joinmet.1689849.
JAMA
1.Akbaş U, Arıcan OH. An Analytical Study of Ship Deficiencies Identified During Port State Control: A Case Study of Kocaeli Port. JOINMET. 2025;5:38–49.
MLA
Akbaş, Uğur, and Ozan Hikmet Arıcan. “An Analytical Study of Ship Deficiencies Identified During Port State Control: A Case Study of Kocaeli Port”. Journal of Marine and Engineering Technology, vol. 5, no. 1, June 2025, pp. 38-49, doi:10.58771/joinmet.1689849.
Vancouver
1.Uğur Akbaş, Ozan Hikmet Arıcan. An Analytical Study of Ship Deficiencies Identified During Port State Control: A Case Study of Kocaeli Port. JOINMET. 2025 Jun. 1;5(1):38-49. doi:10.58771/joinmet.1689849

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