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Introduction of Online Ship Reporting for the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, Gulf of Oman, Arabian Sea, Gulf of Aden, Bab al Mandeb Strait, Red Sea, Somali Basin, and Arabian Sea Region.
Applicable to:
Ship Owners, Ship Managers, Shipping Agents, RPSL Agents, Ship Masters, Seafarers, Charterers, Recognised Organisation & Recognised Security Organisation, Coastal Indian States including Administrations of Union territories and State Maritime Boards.
Effective Date:
Immediate
Superseded Circulars:
DGS Circular No. 27 of 2023 dated 29.12.2023
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Online Ship Reporting Form
A dedicated online Ship Reporting Form has been established to streamline the reporting process and ensure a robust database for efficient monitoring and swift response to any maritime security threat.
- Access the form: http://117.219.8.190/ifcior/
- Reporting frequency: Daily
2. Communication Protocol
- Contact: Nearest Indian Navy vessel and coalition warship using VHF Channel 16
- Inform: DGComm Centre and IFC-IOR via phone/WhatsApp
- Additional information: UKMTO and other applicable agencies/organisations
II/4 Adhere to DGS Circular No. 25 of 2023 dated 05.12.2023, DGS Circular No. 27 of 2023 dated 29.12.2023 and the SOPs/advisories/Best Management Practices therein.
Important Note
Conduct comprehensive ship-shore security drills and SSAS testing before transiting through the regions mentioned. Maintain a proactive stance towards security and adhere to security SOPs/advisories.
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