New port state control submission platform

The new Port State Control (PSC) Submission API links NYK’s NiBiKi platform, integrating a ship operator’s resource planning system with RightShip’s data platform, saving time and improving efficiency across ship management.

“The PSC Submissions API is a simple but important innovation, designed to address a significant issue for ship managers: the inefficient system that requires them to manually pass data through separate systems,” said Christopher Saunders, chief product officer at RightShip.

“Our API can drastically improve workflow for ship owners and managers, allowing them to make quicker and better decisions during their pursuit of zero harm operations.”

Initially launched on RightShip’s e-commerce platform RightSTORE, the PSC Submission API enables users to instantly submit and receive PSC inspection and deficiency data without the need to switch between separate platforms.

The API also enhances transparency within a ship manager’s workflow by giving users full visibility over their pending PSC deficiencies. This enables them to make quick, informed decisions, say the companies.

“In PSC inspections, building a system that enables more proactive reporting by shipowners and managers will play an important role as part of the above innovation efforts,” said Hiroshi Kawaguchi, general manager, Dry Bulk Marine Quality Control Group, NYK Line.

“We expect that the response time of ship owners and managers can be greatly reduced.”