DPA.
All articles published by the Cursorio team in the DPA category.
DPA
The DPA position: role, authority, qualifications
The DPA position under the ISM Code: reporting line to top management, real authority, recommended qualifications and day-to-day responsibilities.
16 July 2026 6 min
DPA
DPA onboard: setup, contact, and SSAS piracy alerts
How a DPA is set up on board a ship, how the crew reaches them, and the critical role they play during an SSAS piracy alert.
27 May 2026 4 min
DPA
Outsourcing Your DPA: Advantages, Limitations and Field Experience
Can the role of Designated Person Ashore (DPA) be entrusted to an external firm? Analysis of ISM Code requirements and concrete feedback from an active DPA mandate under Marshall Islands flag.
10 April 2026 7 min