OCTOPUS S (IMO 7636743)
OCTOPUS S is a General Cargo Ship built in 1978 and flying the Tanzania flag, placing it in its 48th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,761 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 2,827, and a length overall of 119 metres. This vessel is configured for general cargo operations within a medium-sized tonnage class. OCTOPUS S is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under seven different flag states and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 February 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Tanzania
- Year built: 1978
- MMSI: 677048300
- Call sign: 5IM583
- Gross tonnage: 2827
- Deadweight: 3761 t
- Length overall: 119 m
- Beam: 13 m
- Home port: MALAKAL HARBOR -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 54 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 07/04/2017, Azov (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 04/02/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: TOLEDO ENERGY LTD (Seychelles)
- ISM manager: YRB DENIZCILIK VE TICARET LTD (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 47°7.4′N · 039°23.8′E · Speed 0.8 kn · received 22 September 2026 at 19:33 UTC
- Destination: Azov (RU AZO)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of OCTOPUS S?
OCTOPUS S is a General Cargo Ship built in 1978. It is currently in its 48th year of service.
What are the dimensions of OCTOPUS S?
The vessel has a length overall of 119 metres and a beam of 13 metres. It has a gross tonnage of 2,827 metric tonnes.
What is the engine power of OCTOPUS S?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 1,134 kW of power. This power rating supports its general cargo operations.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 30 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 4 February 2026. All-time records show 54 inspections since 1998 and 5 detentions. The most recent detention was on 7 April 2017.
What is the flag and MoU status of OCTOPUS S?
The vessel currently flies the Tanzania flag. It is currently listed in the black band for both the Paris MoU and the Tokyo MoU.
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