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Guidelines for specification and deployment of patrol boats within port limits towards ISPS Compliance
Applicable to:
All Ports
Effective Date:
23.06.2026
Superseded Circulars:
NT/ISPS/SHIP/03/2009, 02.04.2012, 26.10.2023
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Patrol Boat Specifications
Minimum specifications for patrol boats within port limits. Ports may upgrade based on size and weather conditions.
- Registration & Classification: IACS Member Classification Society, IRS-equivalent notations based on area of operation.
- Hull Requirements: Gun mounting facility, sliding bulletproof/shatterproof side windows.
- Machinery & Electrical: Main propulsion power for max. speed at 90% MCR, twin screw diesel engine, shore power connection, air conditioner.
- Miscellaneous: Endurance for 8 hours, carrying capacity 12 persons, white color with red stripes/markings.
- Statutory Compliance: Comply with assigned class notation, GOI/IV Authority Regulations.
2. Deployment & Operation
Number of patrol boats based on risk and threat assessment, deliberated in Port Facility Security Advisory Committee (PFSAC).
- EXIM Ports: Deploy patrol boats as per ISPS framework, incorporate in Port Facility Security Plan (PFSP).
- Non-EXIM Ports: Determine patrol boat requirement based on risk and threat assessment, incorporate in PFSP.
II/4 Port Facility Security Plan (PFSP)
Important Note
Patrol boats already in service or under construction prior to this Circular may continue under existing arrangements, but must comply with new classification requirements upon major modification or as directed by the Administration.
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