RITA (IMO 8020599)
RITA is a Ro-Ro Cargo Ship built in 1982 and flying the Togo flag, placing it in its 44th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 13,030 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 20,381. This vessel is configured for roll-on/roll-off cargo operations. RITA is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. It has previously operated under four different flags and has been registered under three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 December 2025.
- Type: Ro-Ro Cargo Ship
- Flag: Togo
- Year built: 1982
- Call sign: 5VJN7
- Gross tonnage: 20381
- Deadweight: 13030 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 44 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 07/12/2021, Haifa (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 21/12/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: DIDO STEEL CORP SA (Liberia)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is RITA?
RITA is a Ro-Ro Cargo Ship. It was built in 1982 and is currently in its 44th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for RITA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 13,030 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 20,381.
Which classification society manages RITA?
RITA is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 16 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 December 2025. All-time records show 44 inspections since 1998 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 7 December 2021.
Where has RITA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. It currently flies the flag of Togo.
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