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Issuance of Certificate of Competency and other certificates to the representative's of INSA, FOSMA and MASSA

Applicable to: Indian seafarers
Effective Date: 21st March, 2006
Superseded Circulars: None mentioned

Key Changes and Requirements

1. Certificate Issuance to Representatives

Mercantile Marine Departments are authorized to deliver Certificates of Competency and other endorsements to the designated representatives of INSA, FOSMA, and MASSA.

  • Benefit: Facilitates direct delivery of certificates to seafarers on board vessels.

2. Continued Practice

Due to the continued severe shortage of Indian certified engineer officers, this practice will continue for all engineering certificates and endorsements until further notice.

Important Note

This circular is still in effect due to the ongoing shortage of Indian certified engineer officers.

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