IMO doubts former Swasiland is legitimate flag state.

Apr 24

The registration of ships under the flag of Africa's Eswatini is likely illegal. The former Swasiland began registering ships last November. However, the actual issuance of ship papers was not done by the government. Therefore, Eswatini/Swasiland has been banned as a flag state for the time being.

https://www.schuttevaer.nl/nieuws/actueel/2024/04/24/imo-betwijfelt-of-voormalig-swasiland-legitieme-vlaggenstaat-is/

The San Damian will never be able to reach her home port either.
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*Source: Bart Oosterveld - Schuttevaer (NL)*

Eric Menger

IMO doubts former Swasiland is legitimate flag state.

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