RIGEL III (IMO 7807744)
RIGEL III is a Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship (vehicles) built in 1979 and flying the Cyprus flag, placing it in its 47th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,100 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 16,405, and a length overall of 136 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of vehicles and passengers.
RIGEL III is classed by the Polish Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. It has previously operated under five different flags and has been registered under three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 June 2026.
- Type: Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship (vehicles)
- Flag: Cyprus
- Year built: 1979
- MMSI: 212224000
- Call sign: P3VS7
- Gross tonnage: 16405
- Deadweight: 3100 t
- Length overall: 136 m
- Beam: 24 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 51 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 25/06/2026
- Registered owner: PORTIA INTERNATIONAL CO (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NOBEL MARITIME INC-PAN (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 41°8.0′N · 016°51.9′E · Speed 12.2 kn
- Destination: Bari (IT BRI) · ETA 2026-10-09T06:38:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of RIGEL III?
RIGEL III is a Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship designed for vehicles. It was built in 1979 and is currently in its 47th year of service.
What are the dimensions of RIGEL III?
The vessel has a length overall of 136 metres and a beam of 24 metres. It reports a gross tonnage of 16,405.
Which classification society maintains RIGEL III?
The vessel is classed by the Polish Register of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for RIGEL III?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 23 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 June 2026. All-time records show 51 inspections since 1998 and no detentions.
Where has RIGEL III been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. It currently flies the Cyprus flag and is part of the white band for Paris and Tokyo MoUs.
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