DGS Circular 54 of 2025

Minimum Safe Manning Requirements for Indian Flag Vessels: Complete Guide

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minimum safe manning requirements for Indian flag vessels

Minimum safe manning requirements for Indian flag vessels are set out in DGMA Circular No. 54 of 2025, which fixes the exact number and rank of crew every Indian ship must carry, from a small harbour craft to a large tanker on international trade. The scale changes with vessel size, area of operation, and cargo … Read more

What Is the Minimum Safe Manning Scale for International Voyages?

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minimum safe manning scale for international voyages

The minimum safe manning scale for international voyages sets the nautical crew every Indian ship must carry under DGS Circular No. 54 of 2025, Annexure A. A vessel under 200 GT needs a master, one deck officer, and four ratings. A ship above 3000 GT needs up to 11 nautical crew, plus separate engine room … Read more