DARLA (IMO 7601073)
DARLA is a Livestock Carrier built in 1977 and flying the Comoros flag, placing it in its 49th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,456 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,912. Given its specific type and tonnage, it is configured for the specialized transport of live animals. DARLA is classed by Hellas Naval Bureau, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has a history of operating under 7 different flags and has been known by 8 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 29 December 2025.
- Type: Livestock Carrier
- Flag: Comoros
- Year built: 1977
- MMSI: 620303000
- Call sign: D6A2312
- Gross tonnage: 2912
- Deadweight: 2456 t
- Length overall: 81 m
- Beam: 13 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 70 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 18/10/2024, Sete (mole) (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 29/12/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: DARLA SHIPPING CO SA (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 32°55.8′N · 013°11.4′E · Speed 0.9 kn · under way · received 6 October 2026 at 16:34 UTC
- Destination: Tripoli (LB KYE)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of DARLA?
DARLA is a Livestock Carrier built in 1977. It is currently in its 49th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for DARLA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 2,456 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,912.
Which classification society manages DARLA?
The vessel is classed by Hellas Naval Bureau. This society is not listed as an IACS member.
Where has DARLA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent data.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 December 2025. All-time records show 70 inspections since 1998 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 18 October 2024.
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