POLAR ATHENA (IMO 8010324)
POLAR ATHENA is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship built in 1982 and flying the Cyprus flag, placing it in its 44th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 766 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,753. Given its specifications, it is a small-scale passenger vessel. POLAR ATHENA is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the North Europe region. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been registered under 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 22 August 2026.
- Type: Passenger (Cruise) Ship
- Flag: Cyprus
- Year built: 1982
- MMSI: 210189000
- Call sign: 5BSP5
- Gross tonnage: 1753
- Deadweight: 766 t
- Length overall: 71 m
- Beam: 12.8 m
- Home port: LIMASSOL -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 42 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 22/08/2026
- Registered owner: UNIPOLAR SHIPPING LTD (Sweden)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: UMAN REDERI AB (Sweden)
- Last AIS position: 57°56.7′N · 011°33.8′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 11 October 2026 at 22:40 UTC
- Destination: Rönnäng (SE RNG)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of POLAR ATHENA?
POLAR ATHENA is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship. It was built in 1982 and is currently in its 44th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of POLAR ATHENA?
The vessel has a beam of 12.8 metres. It reports a gross tonnage of 1,753 and a deadweight tonnage of 766 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains POLAR ATHENA?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is an IACS member and has assigned the notation # AUT-CCS ICE CLASS IA SUPER.
What is the engine power of POLAR ATHENA?
The main engine is rated at 2,294 kW. This power rating supports its operations as a passenger vessel.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 13 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 August 2026. All-time records show 42 inspections since 2001 and no detentions.
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