VAN GOGH (IMO 8101410)
VAN GOGH is a General Cargo Ship built in 1982 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 44th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,848 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 3,041. At this scale, the vessel is configured for general cargo operations. VAN GOGH is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has operated under 7 different flags and 4 former names throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 1982
- MMSI: 273456240
- Call sign: UBGS9
- Gross tonnage: 3041
- Deadweight: 3848 t
- Beam: 13.4 m
- Home port: Taganrog
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 54 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 10/04/2017, Izmir (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 08/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: CRANESHIP LLC (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 45°18.6′N · 036°30.3′E · Speed 2.7 kn · received 26 July 2026 at 20:39 UTC
- Destination: Kavkaz (RU KVK) · ETA 26 July 2026 at 21:10 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VAN GOGH?
VAN GOGH is a General Cargo Ship built in 1982. It is currently in its 44th year of service.
What are the dimensions of VAN GOGH?
The vessel has a beam of 13.4 metres and a maximum draught of 4.26 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 3,848 metric tonnes.
What engine specifications does the vessel have?
The vessel is powered by two 6NVDS 48A-2U main engines. These engines were constructed in the German Democratic Republic in 1981.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 May 2026. All-time records show 54 inspections since 1998 and 6 detentions. The most recent detention was on 10 April 2017.
What is the flag and classification of VAN GOGH?
The vessel currently flies the Russia flag and is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. It is currently assigned to the grey band in both the Paris and Tokyo MoUs.
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