KAYE E. BARKER is a Self-Discharging Bulk Carrier built in 1952 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 74th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 28,388 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 11,948. This vessel is configured for self-discharging bulk cargo operations. KAYE E. BARKER is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 September 2026.
KAYE E. BARKER is a Self-Discharging Bulk Carrier. It was built in 1952 and is currently in its 74th year of service.
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 28,388 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 11,948.
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast region. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent records.
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 September 2026. All-time records show 11 inspections since 2026 and no detentions.
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