ADVANTAGE (IMO 7515339)
ADVANTAGE is a General Cargo Ship built in 1977 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 49th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 27,750 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 18,296. This capacity is consistent with general cargo operations across diverse maritime routes. ADVANTAGE is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in North America East Coast, South Asia, and East Africa/South Africa. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 9 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 25 February 2016.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 1977
- Call sign: WPPO
- Gross tonnage: 18296
- Deadweight: 27750 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 9 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 25/02/2016
- Registered owner: FORTUNE MARITIME LLC (Washington DC USA)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SEALIFT INC (USA)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ADVANTAGE?
ADVANTAGE is a General Cargo Ship built in 1977. It is currently in its 49th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for ADVANTAGE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 27,750 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 18,296.
Which classification society maintains ADVANTAGE?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ADVANTAGE been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in North America East Coast, South Asia, and East Africa/South Africa. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
What is the PSC inspection history for ADVANTAGE?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 9 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 25 February 2016.
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