The Al-Tarf: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

**Title: Pakistani Authorities Penalize Tanker 'Al Tarf' for Illegal Documentation** In a significant enforcement action, Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has imposed a fine on the tanker 'Al Tarf' after its arrival in Karachi from the Omani port of Shinas. The vessel, which was transporting 3,000 metric tons of black carbon oil, was found to have crew members possessing unauthorized documentation. The inspection revealed that among the 17 crew members onboard, which included 10 nationals from Bangladesh and seven from India, three Bangladeshi crew members lacked valid seamen’s books. Instead of holding appropriate flag state or national seamen’s books, they presented fraudulent documents claiming to have been issued in Ireland. Initial investigations by the FIA indicated that these illegal seamen’s books had been procured through a courier service after the crew underwent online training. Following the discovery, the master of the ship was promptly notified of the situation. The FIA proceeded to levy a fine of $1,793 per individual for the three crew members involved, leading to a cumulative penalty of $5,381. Additionally, the agency has issued a formal notice to the company's owner, confirming that the collected fines will be allocated to the national treasury. For further details, you can view the report with accompanying photo here: [Arab News](https://www.arabnews.com/node/2642368/pakistan).