KUWAIT, Aug 19 (KUNA) — The Kuwait Oil Tanker Company (KOTC) announced on Tuesday that it achieved exceptional results in the latest Tokyo Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Flag State Performance List for 2022–2024, reinforcing Kuwait’s reputation as a leader in maritime safety and regulatory compliance. nIn a statement provided to KUNA, KOTC revealed that during 30 inspections of vessels flying the Kuwaiti flag, no deficiencies were identified. This flawless record placed Kuwait among the highest-performing flag states under Port State Control (PSC) standards. nThis achievement is largely credited to KOTC’s rigorous operational standards, as its fleet constitutes the majority of Kuwait’s flagged commercial ships. nThe company expressed pride in the milestone, reaffirming its dedication to maintaining excellence in vessel maintenance, safety protocols, and overall maritime operations. nThe General Directorate of the Coast Guard, through its Audit and Quality Department and Maritime Transport Department, extended formal recognition, attributing the success to the sustained efforts and professionalism of KOTC personnel across all levels.
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KOTC achieves top ranking in Tokyo MoU flag performance list
KUWAIT, Aug 19 (KUNA) — Kuwait Oil Tanker Company (KOTC) announced Tuesday that it achieved outstanding performance in the latest Tokyo Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Flag State Performance List 2022-2024, marking a new milestone that reflects Kuwait’s strong maritime reputation. nIn a statement, KOTC said to KUNA that after 30 inspections on vessels under the country’s flag, no faults were recorded, leading to Kuwait being classified as one of the highest-performance flag states, on Port State Control (PSC). nThis was attributed largely to KOTC’s operational excellence, as its fleet makes up the majority of country’s vessels. nKOTC expressed pride in the accomplishment, underscoring its commitment to the highest standards of quality, maintenance, and operations. nIt added that the General Directorate of Coast Guard, through its Audit and Quality Department and Maritime Transport Department, extended congratulations, emphasizing that this success stems from the continuous and dedicated efforts of all company employees. (end) r nkm.sar