TROPIC OPAL (IMO 8035269)
TROPIC OPAL is a Deck Cargo Ship built in 1979 and flying the St Vincent and Grenadines flag, placing it in its 47th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,334 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 1,561, and a length overall of 65 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized deck cargo operations. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 April 2026.
- Type: Deck Cargo Ship
- Flag: St Vincent and Grenadines
- Year built: 1979
- MMSI: 377909000
- Call sign: J8NW
- Gross tonnage: 1561
- Deadweight: 2334 t
- Length overall: 65 m
- Beam: 19 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 66 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 24/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: TROPICAL SHIPPING (USA)
- Ship manager: TROPICAL SHIPPING CO LTD (USA)
- Last AIS position: 26°46.2′N · 080°3.2′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 14 October 2026 at 20:53 UTC
- Destination: Freeport, Grand Bahama (BS FPO) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 07:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of TROPIC OPAL?
TROPIC OPAL is a Deck Cargo Ship. It was built in 1979 and is currently in its 47th year of service.
What are the dimensions of TROPIC OPAL?
The vessel has a length overall of 65 metres and a beam of 19 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 1,561 and a deadweight of 2,334 metric tonnes.
What is the PSC inspection history for TROPIC OPAL?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 April 2026. All-time records show 66 inspections since 1999 and no detentions.
Where has TROPIC OPAL been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. This area represents its primary recent geographic footprint.
What flag does TROPIC OPAL fly?
The vessel currently flies the St Vincent and Grenadines flag. It has operated under one different flag state previously in its history.
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