LINK POLARIS (IMO 7915541)
LINK POLARIS is a Ro-Ro Cargo Ship built in 1980 and flying the Norway (NIS) flag, placing it in its 46th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,380 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 4,636. This vessel is configured for roll-on/roll-off cargo operations. LINK POLARIS is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe and North Europe over recent periods. It has operated under three former flags and has been registered under two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 August 2026.
- Type: Ro-Ro Cargo Ship
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 1980
- MMSI: 257689000
- Call sign: LAWT8
- Gross tonnage: 4636
- Deadweight: 4380 t
- Length overall: 102 m
- Beam: 16.5 m
- Home port: ÅKREHAMN -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 45 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: NORWEST SHIP MANAGEMENT AS (Akrehamn Norway)
- Last AIS position: 56°59.8′N · 011°60.0′E · Speed 9.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 06:14 UTC
- Destination: Swinoujscie (PL SWI) · ETA 10 October 2026 at 22:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of LINK POLARIS?
LINK POLARIS is a Ro-Ro Cargo Ship. It was built in 1980 and is currently in its 46th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for LINK POLARIS?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 2,880 kW of power. This power rating supports its operations as a Ro-Ro cargo vessel.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 August 2026. All-time records show 45 inspections since 1998 and no detentions.
What are the dimensions of LINK POLARIS?
The vessel has a recorded beam of 16.5 metres. Its gross tonnage is 4,636 and its deadweight tonnage is 4,380 metric tonnes.
What is the classification status of LINK POLARIS?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
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