CERTIFICATE OF ENTRY 2798
In the name of: Papuan Sea Pilots Pty Ltd
Unit 7: Bandora Crescent
Port Moresby. Papua New Guinea
We confirm that Papuan Sea Pilots Pty Ltd have been accepted as a member of ITIC and entered in the register of members as the senior member.
Your period of insurance is: 7th March, 2026 to 6th March, 2028 and your account year commences 0.00 G.M.T. 7th March, 2026
Key Point
PSP completed its P&I premium payment for the 2026/27 period on April 5, 2026.
Timing Details
Payment was made one day before the final due date of April 6, 2026.
International Transport Intermediaries Club Ltd
Collaboration
Positive meeting with Freddy from AD Navigation.
Both parties are looking forward to future collaboration. Install RTK station in Port Moresby and support PSP on XR2 services.
📜 Licensing & Progress
Anticipation around Papuan Sea Pilots (PSP) receiving its renewed Provider License for Port Moresby.
Progress is expected to accelerate once the renewal is secured.
💬 Reflections
PSP acknowledges the challenges faced throughout the journey.
Appreciation expressed for AD Navigation’s direct and ongoing support.
Captain Henry Fatiaki
Co-Founder & Chief Maritime Officer
Master Mariner. Marine Pilot. 20+ years on the bridge, 12 years boarding vessels in every condition imaginable. Henry did not set out to build a software company. He set out to fix a problem he lived every single day: maritime operations run on fragmented tools, paper processes, and workarounds that put safety and efficiency at risk.
After two decades of piloting vessels into some of the most challenging ports, Henry knew exactly what the industry needed. Not another tool. A connected platform built by someone who understands what happens on the bridge, at the dispatch desk, and in the regulator’s office. Smart Ocean X is the system he wished existed.
Congratulations Captain Henry on the launching of the Ocean X platform from the Team at Papuan Sea Pilots.
Meeting Overview
Informal gathering between Papuan Sea Pilots (PSP) and Marpac Solutions at the Breakfast Creek Hotel, Brisbane (January 2026).
Marpac Solutions, owned by Captain Henry Fatiaki (PSP’s ISPO Dedicated Person), supports PSP with technical services for the ISPO SMS system.
Key Updates
Captain Henry, based in Norway with AD Navigation, completed the XR2 PPU service centre setup and handover at the Brisbane AMS centre.
Opportunities Identified
Shared training programs, equipment services, and business initiatives across the Pacific region.
Potential to significantly enhance PSP PNG pilot training to align with international standards with Poseidon Sea Pilots in Brisbane. Poseidon Sea Pilots (PSP) currently pursuing ISPO certification.
PSP enters 2026 with a strengthened governance base, continued integration of new shareholder Avei Guba, and a clear focus on resolving outstanding 2025 challenges. The organisation maintains its ISPO‑certified SMS under Lloyd’s Register oversight, led by Capt. Fuata Jione and Capt. Henry Fatiaki, and is well positioned to benefit from growth within the ISPO community. With full insurance coverage across P&I, Workers Compensation, and Public Liability, supported by a capable legal team, PSP is prepared for emerging commercial opportunities in 2026 while upholding its guiding principle: “There are no shortcuts to any places worth going.”
Papuan Sea Pilots own by Pilots for Pilots and guided by ISPO (International Standard for maritime Pilot Organizations.)
ISPO Conference Participation
Represented Papuan Sea Pilots Pty Ltd at the ISPO 2025 Conference in Dubai alongside Capt John Barker of the Pacific Island Training Group. Noted Niugini Pilots attendance since ISPO issued its position on August 19 2025 to CEO of NMSA PNG on ISPO compliance. ISPO is a transparent organisation and welcomes any interested parties.
Engaged in knowledge‑sharing and networking with leaders in the maritime pilotage sector.
ISPO Significance
ISPO is an IMO‑approved Safety Management System standard for maritime pilotage organisations (Resolution IMO 960(23)).
Focuses on elevating safety, consistency, and professional standards in pilotage operations.
PSP Achievements
First company in the Pacific Region to receive ISPO SMS document review sign‑off with full compliance to the ISPO Code from Lloyd’s Register.
Operates on a fully digital platform supporting modern pilotage workflows.
Acknowledgements
Recognition given to Capt Henry Fatiaki and Marpac Solutions for his input in developing an approved digital system enabling pilots to access and manage pilotage tasks digitally.
Papuan Sea Pilots Pty Ltd have extended Captain Henry Faitiaki and Marpac Solutions engagement for PSP DP role, ongoing ISPO maintenance and technical support. This is an important role since PSP entered into agreement with Lloyds Register for ISPO certifcation on March 21 2023.
The Team at PSP are excited for the next journey in technology advancement from Marpac solutions on Smart Ocean.
Captain Henry Fatiaki is also a seasoned Check Pilot and with lots of Pilotage experience in Australia.
Captain Henry Fatiaki with AD Navigation in Norway at the jammertest meet in Norway. Papauan Sea Pilots are pround to be associated with Capt Henry as its ISPO DP dedicated person. As an experienced former North Queensland Pilot and now with AD Navigation in Norway. Papuan Sea Pilots utilises AD Navigation equipment and with technology and ISPO support from Marpac Solutions.
All the best Capt Henry Fatiaki from the team at Papuan Sea Pilots.
Update: PSP Participates in PNG’s Final Pilotage Regulation 2022 Roadshow
Papuan Sea Pilots (PSP) took part in the final NMSA draft 2022 pilotage regulation roadshow held on 9–10 September 2025 at the Ella Beach Hotel. PSP was represented by Director Capt. John Garrot Sigging and Managing Director Capt. Fuata Jione.
Key Highlights
Capt. Jione delivered an updated presentation reinforcing PSP’s long-term engagement with ISPO and the concerns on the 2022 draft pilotage regulation.
Discussions focused on the role of the ISPO standard as NMSA moves toward legislating compliance requirements for PNG pilotage providers.
The ISPO/IUG administration reaffirmed the certification pathway, noting that PSP’s ISPO SMS had been approved by Lloyd’s Register for both Kumul Marine Terminal and Port Moresby.
Presenter Capt. Fuata Jione emphasized that ISPO standards are governed by a dedicated international body, with certification performed by recognized Classification Societies to meet IMO Resolution 960(23). Under heavy questioning from Captain Max Stoessel to NMSA lawyers, the lawyers confirmed that NMSA cannot review or approve the ISPO code/standard and for PSP ISPO documentation and confirmed receipt of letter from ISPO/IUG dated August 19 2025 to the CEO of NMSA. NMSA lawyer confirmed to presenter Capt Fuata Jione that a formal response to the letter from ISPO/IUG on august 19 2025 has been prepared for transmission.
Key Point
The PAC (Pilotage Assessment Committee) NMSA Pilotage Chair was formally notified about the ISPO standard process and compliance requirements.
📨 How the Notification Occurred
Information was provided through ISPO and Lloyd’s Register. NMSA was dealing through Lloyds Register in 2021 with agreement to have all existing pilotage providers audited by LR in compliance with the ISPO code/standard. It was stated at the roadshow from existing providers that ISPO through Lloyds Register too expensive.
The same communication from ISPO and LR was sent to NMSA on 6 November 2023 via email.
The email was marked as read following PSP’s attendance at the Amsterdam ISPO 2023 event.
NMSA says at the roadshow it is also reviewing offshore pilotage, However, for Offshore Pilotage OCIMF standards were highlighted, particularly where specialist certification where required is again carried out by Classification Societies and STCW standards.
This update strengthens PSP’s position as an active contributor to national pilotage reform and demonstrates continued progress toward internationally recognized safety and quality standards.
On September 5 2025 Papuan Sea Pilots Pty Ltd Directors recruited Avei Guba as Trainee Pilot to commence once PSP obtains renewal of its Port Moresby Interim pilotage provider license. Avei now a shareholder of Papuan Sea Pilots effective September 24 2025. Welcome onboard.
Avei Guba hails from the LNG landowner group area at Caution Bay in Boera village where the Exxon Mobil LNG terminal is located. Young, enthusiastic and plenty of oil tanker experience will be a great asset to PSP. PSP’s First PNG officer to have a tanker endorsement and served as Chief Officer on an oil tanker.
As per Papuan Sea Pilots mission and vision to employ and train young PNG Marine pilots this journey has started for this young Mariner. Welcome to the Team PSP where Pilots own and manage the business. Teamwork is PSP’s motto together we shall succeed.
PSP MD attended the Pacific Islands Pilots training group held in Rarotonga from August 19-22. PSP found this group beneficial to its PNG development of its pilots and also the implementation of its approved ISPO SMS.
On August 19 2025 Papuan Sea Pilots through its lawyers was successful in defending the court action brought against NMSA to cancel PSP’s interim pilotage license. The decision of the court paves the way for PSP to regain its interim pilotage provider license so it can get on with Pilotage uninterrupted. A big thank you to ISPO/IUG for its ongoing clarification on the ISPO standard, the adoption and implementation processes of the ISPO code.
Engagements and Professional Support
Legal services: Papuan Sea Pilots (PSP) engaged Namani and Associate Lawyers on 27 June 2025, formalizing the agreement on 30 June 2025 to support offshore oil and gas and harbour pilotage operations.
Accounting services: PSP engaged Mayberry Accountants in 2023, located in the same building, providing strategic support and ensuring full tax compliance.
Insurance and Compliance
Business and NMSA insurance: Completed in October 2023 through AON brokers.
2025 insurance coverage:
P&I insurance: ITIC (London)
Workers compensation & public liability: Marsh Insurance Brokers, Transpacific PNG
Pilot Welfare
Under the ISPO SMS system, all pilots and their families will receive private health care coverage.
Operational Readiness
Pilot vessel support to be provided by a third‑party operator. At present Argo Marine provide this third party service.
For Pilotage at Kumul Marine Terminal such transfer is via the two offshore supply vessels serving Kumul Marine Terminal.
Dedicated pilot vessel inspected and ready for shipment once renewal of Port Moresby pilotage license is completed. To be shipped from Cairns. Contract for purchase in place and such vessel has recently passed an AMSA survey and fully certified.
Alternative pilot transfer methods permitted if they use suitable transport.
Helicopter transfer procedures approved. Discussions with Heli Niugini Helicopter services to be completed.
Alternative transfer through Torres Strait in progress through Auriga pilots.
May 5 2025 two months after receiving PSP Pilotage provider license is a defining moment for Papuan Sea Pilots backed by Captain Fuata Jione former Pilot/Loading/Mooring Master at the Kumul Marine Terminal.
Trusting the process of IPA - Investment Promotion Authority upon reviewing the application for Foreign Certification was approved on May 5 2025 paving the way for continued support to Papuan Sea Pilots to provide training and introduce PNG Pilots/Mariners to specialist work in the Offshore Oil and Gas.
Communication is a key feature in the parties collating all the required information and documents to complete the investment process. Thank you to the team at IPA.
Captain Henry Fatiaki
Dedicated Person (DP), Papuan Sea Pilots
Overview Captain Henry Fatiaki serves as PSP’s Dedicated Person, supporting ISPO compliance and internal audit functions following his completion of ISPO internal audit training in October 2023.
Experience
Former Australian Marine Pilot with Queensland North Ports (Hay Point and Mackay)
Over 10 years of pilotage experience in complex port environments
Strong background in technology development and maritime systems
Current Roles
Based in Norway with AD Navigation, a PPU technology company
Provides PSP with technical support and operational insight through Marpac Solutions
Contribution to PSP Captain Henry strengthens PSP’s safety, audit readiness, and technology capability through a blend of maritime expertise and innovative technical skills.
Summary of the Update on Papuan Sea Pilots (PSP)
🎯 Key Milestones
Captain John Sigging, Class 1 Pilot and PSP Chief Pilot (Harbour), has completed all compliance requirements for the Interim Pilotage License.
Papuan Sea Pilots (PSP) name reserved in IPA by Captain John Sigging and Albert Oala on February 13 2025
PSP incorporation: 15 February 2023
ISPO SMS document review: 30 June 2023
Interim Pilotage License issued: 5 March 2025 (for 6 months and application for extension submitted on July 2 2025).
Foreign Investment approval on May 5 2025 for Capt Fuata Jione to assist and provide ongoing financial and technical support for Papuan Sea Pilots.
🛡️ ISPO Compliance
Compliance driven by NMSA CEO directive (Pilotage Circular PCL 03‑2022).
PSP’s ISPO Safety Management System was developed under Capt Fuata Jione and Captain Henry Fatiaki, who bring a combined 40 years of offshore and harbour pilotage experience.
PSP is positioned to become the first fully certified ISPO pilotage company in PNG.
🚢 Organisational Progress
PSP is preparing to begin pilotage operations in Port Moresby.
Expressions of interest from PNG mariners for trainee pilot roles are steadily increasing.
The company is gearing up for both offshore and harbour pilotage services.
Vessel Inspection & Approval
Papuan Sea Pilots (PSP) completed a third‑party inspection of the vessel Shooting Star on 14 April 2025.
The vessel is an aluminum twin‑hull craft operated by Argo Marine and based in Port Moresby.
Captain Fuata Jione (MD) and Captain John Sigging (Chief Pilot) conducted the inspection.
All required documentation was reviewed and confirmed compliant.
🚤 Pilot Transfer Operations
The vessel was approved as a suitable and safe pilot transfer vessel under ISPO requirements.
PSP will use Shooting Star for pilot transfers through a third‑party arrangement.
📅 Contract & Licensing Status
PSP has renewed its contract with Argo Marine for the Shooting Star until January 2027.
This arrangement remains in place while PSP awaits renewal of its pilotage provider license for Port Moresby.
Capt Fuata Jione and the Team at PSP.
“Background and Origins
Papuan Sea Pilots Pty Ltd was created to address a long‑standing gap in Papua New Guinea’s Oil and Gas maritime sector. And it must be noted that active and trainee pilots called for its formation as well.
Since 1992, expatriate pilots and mooring/loading masters have operated the Kumul Marine Terminal.
Chevron Niugini previously ran a strong cadet training program for PNG deck cadets within its fleet.
Industry Changes and Impact
In 2003, Chevron sold its Oil & Gas interests to Oilsearch and its JV partners.
The PNG cadet training program collapsed following the transition.
Oilsearch reintroduced limited local training only in 2016, appointing two local assistant Mooring Masters.
Role of Papuan Sea Pilots
The founder served as a Lead Trainer during the reintroduction of local training.
The company aims to prepare PNG nationals for future Oil & Gas maritime roles, especially as new projects like Papuan LNG progress who own and manage the company under ISPO standards and certification.
Professional Standards and Progress
The organization has:
Acquired ISPO (International Standard for Maritime Pilot Organizations) SMS.
Secured P&I insurance for pilots and the business.
Obtained an Interim Pilotage License.
These steps mark the beginning of a long‑term effort to build PNG’s own competent pilot workforce in the Oil & Gas sector.
Acquiring ISPO standards, obtaining P&I insurance for its pilots and the business and an Interim Pilotage license the journey begins for the future of PNG pilots into the Oil and Gas sector.”
What a find for our Coxswain and most experienced surfaced diver ex Kumul Terminal operations.
If you search long and hard you will find the target. Pure coincidence meeting on the roadside near Argo Marine.
Team PSP is now complete.
Papuan Sea Pilots (PSP) Pty Ltd secured its office and apartment.
Duty pilot safety is paramount so finding a safe location for Office administration close to the wharf is one key setup feature signed off to commence on April 1 2025. Though PSP operate on paperless platform from anywhere it is important to have backup and support contingencies in place.
Also completed issue of P&I insurance from ITIC London based insurer for PSP and its Pilots. We believe this is a first for a PNG pilotage Provider and made possible by acquiring ISPO SMS signed off from Lloyd’s Register. Workers Compensation and Public Liability insurance are from Transpacific local insurer.
Finally after a long process Papuan Sea Pilots Pty Limited obtained its Interim Pilotage Provider license for the Pilotage district of Port Moresby.
With approved ISPO (International Standard for Maritime Pilotage Organisation) SMS signed off by Lloyds Register for Port Moresby and the Kumul Marine terminal the Team at Papuan Sea Pilots can now commence pilotage in Port Moresby and complete its full ISPO certifcation and licensing for the next 5 years.
A Disclaimer on the Interim License - The National Maritime Safety Authority will not be held liable for any damages/loss and cause of accidents/incidents that may occur as a result for the use of this marine pilot service provider license.
As such Papuan Sea Pilots Pty Ltd has obtained P&I insurance cover for its pilots.
Key Points
PSP attended the its second ISPO conference in Melbourne in October 2024.
Participation occurred while awaiting issuance of the Papuan Sea Pilots’ pilotage provider license from PNG’s National Maritime Safety Authority.
👀 Observations at the Conference
Three representatives from PNG Ports were present.
The group included the organisation’s Chief Pilot.
PNG Ports is continuing efforts to obtain ISPO accreditation, a process underway since 2021.
Captain John Sigging piloting with Capt Amos Jonah in Port Moresby to keep Port Moresby license current.
Berthing containership at AES wharf.
July 2024 - PSP Chief Pilot Capt Jona Baleilekutu observing pilotage movements in Auckland harbour.Followed by more pilotage observer runs with Tauranga Pilots. An opportunity made available from the NZPA from the Pacific Island Pilots conference in February 2024. 
May/June 2024 PSP Chief Pilot Capt Jona Balelilekutu piloting into Sydney harbour with a double tow from Auckland New Zealand.
Also performed double tow to Auckland NZ from Yamba NSW Austaralia.
Briefing Note: Updates on PSP Engagement at AMPI Conference 2024.
Purpose
To provide an overview of PSP’s participation in the AMPI Conference (Port Moresby, June 2024) and highlight key developments related to ISPO adoption in PNG pilotage standards.
Background
PSP Trainee Pilot Albert Oala attended the AMPI Conference, accompanied by PSP Managing Director.
The conference spanned two days and focused heavily on pilotage standards and regulatory alignment.
Key Points from the Conference
Emphasis on ISPO
Multiple presentations strongly recommended the International Standard for Maritime Pilot Organizations (ISPO) as the appropriate standard for pilotage.
ISPO was positioned as compliant with IMO Resolution 960(23) on pilotage.
PSP’s Current Role
PSP currently holds ISPO document review responsibilities for:
Port Moresby
Kumul Marine Terminal
Despite this, no questions were directed to PSP during the conference sessions.
Regulatory Signals
NMSA presenters confirmed their intention to pursue ISPO as the national standard for PNG pilotage.
This aligns with the earlier CEO directive issued under PCL 01‑2021, which first raised the requirement for ISPO compliance.
Implications
Growing regulatory momentum suggests ISPO may become the formal standard for PNG pilotage.
PSP’s existing involvement in ISPO document review positions the organisation well for future engagement, though the lack of inquiries at the conference may indicate a communication gap or missed opportunity for visibility.
October 30 - November 1 2023 in Port Moresby.
Pilot Trainee Albert Oala undertaking training on XR ppu ready for use with Qastor software from IPAD with pencil.
Port Moresby setup on Qastor and PPU training completeed for Albert Oala.
PSPsupported by Marpac solutions have chart connect that updates charts online.
With Captain Zul available as mentor/check pilot for PSP in October 2023 PSP was in all respects ready to commence operations at KMT giving all PNG Pilots the requisite training over a two year period to check out as Mooring Masters/Pilots at KMT with certification to M1 CoC.
Captain Nic Von Cerva available from 2024 after revalidation of certificate of competency M1.
