Port State Control Committee
For the purpose of the Memorandum, a Port State Control Committee composed of representatives of each of the member Authorities of the Memorandum is established. A representative from each of the Co-operating Member Authorities and Observers will be invited to participate without vote in the work of the Committee.
The Committee will:
- carry out the specific tasks assigned to it under the Memorandum;
- promote by all means necessary, including training and seminars, the harmonization of procedures and practices relating to inspection, rectification and detention;
- develop and review guidelines for carrying out inspections under the Memorandum;
- develop and review procedures for the exchange of information; and
- keep under review other matters relating to the operation and the effectiveness of the Memorandum.