As the maritime industry faces rising regulatory scrutiny and pressure to optimise operations, proactive inspection readiness is becoming a strategic priority—not just a compliance task. At RightShip, we believe that smarter compliance starts with smarter tools. That is why, RightShip is proud to announce the expansion of PSC RiskIQ launched in September 2024—our AI-powered Port State Control preparation solution—to support tanker vessels.
With this release, tanker operators can now benefit from tailored, AI-generated inspection checklists integrated with the SIRE questionnaire, enabling faster preparation, reduced risk of detention, and a stronger foundation for operational planning and commercial confidence.
PSC RiskIQ has already helped dry bulk operators move from reactive preparation to data-informed planning.
With the addition of tanker functionality, we’re responding to the unique regulatory framework that characterise the tanker segment.
Built on the same AI that powers our PSC inspection-readiness checklists for dry bulk vessels, this enhancement translates the complex and evolving demands of PSC and SIRE into clear, actionable checklists unique to each tanker.
Tanker operators can now generate dynamic preparation guides that mirror the focus areas of Port State Control authorities—reducing the guesswork, manual effort, and compliance risk often associated with inspections.
The addition of the SIRE questionnaire to PSC RiskIQ enables tanker managers to generate tailored inspection checklists based on the exact criteria that Port State Control (PSC) authorities use to evaluate vessels.
By mapping the SIRE Questionnaire to known PSC deficiencies, we enable operators to use a familiar, comprehensive framework to prepare more effectively.
This integration ensures that the checklists remain current, with requirements automatically updated as inspection focus areas evolve, saving time and reducing errors in preparation.
By embedding the SIRE questionnaire directly into our system, PSC RiskIQ does more than digitise inspection preparation—it operationalises it. This ensures that:
Checklists are automatically updated with the latest SIRE criteria
Managers can prioritise high-risk focus areas ahead of inspection
Compliance is embedded into routine operational planning
The impact of PSC detentions on the tanker industry is well documented. RightShip data shows that over 9,000 tankers have undergone PSC inspections in the past 24 months, with an average detention rate of 2.3%. Tankers that were detained faced an average detention duration of 5.1 days.
Each detention carries a cost—operational delays, reputational damage, and commercial setbacks. With an average detention duration of over five days, even a single missed inspection item can have a ripple effect across chartering schedules and stakeholder confidence. By equipping tanker managers with AI-generated, SIRE-integrated preparation tools that have some of the most robust data, we are reducing uncertainty and helping crew act on what matters most—before an inspector ever steps on board.
For tanker operators, this isn’t just about passing PSC Inspections. It’s about transforming inspection readiness into a competitive advantage:
Improved fleet performance through more consistent inspection outcomes
Stronger planning and reliability in port call scheduling
Better commercial leverage through reduced detention history and improved operational reputation
Not all inspection preparation tools are built for action.
While many platforms offer access to historical trends or generic compliance advice, PSC RiskIQ is designed to deliver immediate, practical value at the vessel level. It goes beyond dashboards and benchmarks by guiding superintendents, technical managers, and crews through the exact requirements relevant to their upcoming inspections—vessel by vessel, port by port.
What sets PSC RiskIQ apart is its ability to translate evolving regulatory frameworks into day-to-day operational clarity. By integrating the full scope of Port State Control criteria—and now, the SIRE questionnaire for tankers—into an AI-driven checklist engine, it transforms compliance from a reactive burden into a proactive workflow.
Key benefits include:
Tailored, dynamic checklists
Checklists are customised to vessel type, trading region, inspection history, and risk profile—offering highly relevant, focused preparation guidance.
Regulatory intelligence, built-in: As inspection regimes shift, your checklists stay up to date. The system automatically incorporates the latest PSC focus areas and SIRE updates, so nothing is missed.
Time savings where it matters: Instead of manually decoding inspection protocols, managers receive ready-to-use action lists aligned with what inspectors are likely to review—freeing up time to focus on vessel readiness itself.
Built for operational teams: PSC RiskIQ supports the people doing the work. It delivers practical outputs for those preparing vessels—not just reports for those reviewing them.
This milestone represents more than a product update. It reflects RightShip’s broader commitment to transforming maritime safety and efficiency through data and technology. By expanding PSC RiskIQ to support tankers, we’re helping more operators shift from reactive to proactive—and from compliance burden to operational clarity.
In an environment where inspections can lead to costly detentions, schedule disruptions, and reputational impact, having a tool that turns regulatory complexity into a clear action plan is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity.