BEN (IMO 7351836)
BEN is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship built in 1974 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 52nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 10,843 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,494. Given its specialized refrigerated configuration, it is designed for the transport of temperature-sensitive cargo. BEN is classed by Registro Cubano de Buques, which is not an IACS member. Recent geographic observation data for this vessel is not available in the current records. The vessel has operated under five different flag states and has been registered under three former names. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 10 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 19 April 2005.
- Type: Refrigerated Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1974
- Call sign: HOBB
- Gross tonnage: 9494
- Deadweight: 10843 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 10 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 11/06/2002, Las palmas (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 19/04/2005
- Ship manager: FRIGORIFICA MARITIMA (Cuba)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is BEN?
BEN is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship. It was built in 1974 and is currently in its 52nd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BEN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 10,843 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,494.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Panama flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under 5 different flag states.
How many PSC inspections has BEN undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 10 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 19 April 2005.
What is the classification status of BEN?
BEN is classed by Registro Cubano de Buques. The current classification status for the vessel is listed as Delivered.
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