A-BEST 26 (IMO 1161253)
A-BEST 26 is a Deck Cargo Ship built in 2025 and flying the Sao Tome and Principe flag, placing it in its first year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,850 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,273. This vessel is configured for deck cargo operations within its specific tonnage class. The vessel is classed by Other and is not an IACS member. Recent maritime observations place the vessel in the Singapore Strait, South Africa, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under two former names and three different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Deck Cargo Ship
- Flag: Tanzania
- Year built: 2025
- MMSI: 677043600
- Call sign: 5IM536
- Gross tonnage: 2273
- Deadweight: 2850 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: A-BEST CARIBBEAN SHIPPING CO (Caicos Islands)
- Last AIS position: 22°26.4′N · 091°43.6′E · Speed 7.3 kn · under way · received 4 February 2026 at 09:04 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated · ETA 29 July 2026 at 09:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of A-BEST 26?
A-BEST 26 is a Deck Cargo Ship. It was built in 2025 and is currently in its first year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for A-BEST 26?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 2,850 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,273.
Where has A-BEST 26 been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South Africa, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico. These locations represent its most recent geographic activity.
How many inspections has A-BEST 26 undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
What is the flag history of A-BEST 26?
The vessel currently flies the Sao Tome and Principe flag. It has operated under 3 different flag states throughout its history.
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