NIVIN (IMO 8206533)
NIVIN is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1983 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 43rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,626 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,462, and a length overall of 88 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized vehicle transport operations. NIVIN is classed by Isthmus Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has a history involving 7 former names and 4 former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 May 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1983
- MMSI: 374729000
- Call sign: 3FFD
- Gross tonnage: 5462
- Deadweight: 1626 t
- Length overall: 88 m
- Beam: 18 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 54 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 21/05/2016, Savona (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 08/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: GMS (Lebanon)
- ISM manager: DRAGONET SHIPPING INC (Panama)
- Last AIS position: 32°40.7′N · 014°14.7′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 9 October 2026 at 19:49 UTC
- Destination: KHOMS/LIBYA
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NIVIN?
NIVIN is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1983. It is currently in its 43rd year of service.
What are the dimensions of NIVIN?
The vessel has a length overall of 88 metres and a beam of 18 metres. It reports a gross tonnage of 5,462.
Which classification society manages NIVIN?
NIVIN is classed by Isthmus Bureau of Shipping. This society is an IACS member and the vessel's status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for NIVIN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 May 2026. All-time records show 54 inspections since 2001 and 9 detentions. The most recent detention was on 21 May 2016.
Where has NIVIN been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. It currently flies the Panama flag.
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