ORION K (IMO 7615490)
ORION K is a Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship (vehicles) built in 1978 and flying the Nigeria flag, placing it in its 48th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 259 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 939. Given its specific configuration and size, it is utilized for specialized vehicle and passenger transport operations. ORION K is classed by Overseas Marine Certification Services. The vessel has been observed operating in the West Africa region. It has a history of operating under four different flag states and has been registered under three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 February 2024.
- Type: Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship (vehicles)
- Flag: Nigeria
- Year built: 1978
- MMSI: 657285600
- Call sign: 5N2268
- Gross tonnage: 939
- Deadweight: 259 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/02/2024
- Registered owner: CRETA CARGO LINES LTD (Nigeria)
- Ship manager: GMC MARITIME ACADEMY & MTME (Nigeria)
- Last AIS position: 4°46.2′N · 007°3.9′E · Speed 0.2 kn · received 17 December 2025 at 14:56 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of ORION K?
ORION K is a Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship designed for vehicles. It was built in 1978 and is currently in its 48th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for ORION K?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 939. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 259 metric tonnes.
Which flag does ORION K currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Nigeria flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under 4 different flag states.
What is the classification status of ORION K?
ORION K is classed by Overseas Marine Certification Services. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 February 2024. All-time records show 1 inspection since 2024 and no detentions.
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