Conducted as per MS (Medical Examination) Rules and DG Shipping circulars.
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Panama operates the world’s largest ship registry, known for cost efficiency and global acceptance.
Medical Examination Includes:
Certificate Validity: 2 years (issued by Panama-approved doctor)
Liberia combines open registry flexibility with strong safety and environmental standards.
Medical Examination Includes:
Certificate Validity: 2 years (Liberia-approved medical examiner)
A highly respected registry with strict adherence to IMO and STCW compliance.
Medical Examination Includes:
Standards: STCW / ILO compliant
Singapore maintains one of the most stringent maritime medical regimes.
Medical Examination Includes:
Certificate Validity: 2 years (MPA-approved medical practitioner)
Europe’s largest shipping registry with EU and ILO alignment.
Medical Examination Includes:
Standards: EU / ILO / STCW compliant
Widely used for cruise ships and offshore vessels.
Medical Examination Includes:
Certificate Validity: 2 years (STCW/ILO compliant)
An EU-endorsed registry with strong compliance standards.
Medical Examination Includes:
Standards: EU / ILO compliant, valid for 2 years
Highly regulated administrations with strict compliance.
Medical Examination Includes:
Medical requirements and test protocols may vary based on flag state regulations, rank, age, vessel type, and circular updates. All examinations are conducted strictly in accordance with the latest applicable flag guidelines at the time of examination. Information provided is for general guidance only, and final acceptance of any medical certificate rests solely with the respective Flag Administration, employer, or port authority.
At Hoon Marine Medicals, our medical and diagnostic operations are governed by the highest national and international maritime medical standards.