RAY (IMO 8222434)
RAY is a General Cargo Ship built in 1984 and flying the Tanzania flag, placing it in its 42nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,563 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 2,765, and a length overall of 91 metres. This size and type suggest its use in regional cargo transport and short-sea shipping operations. RAY is classed by Bulgarski Koraben Registar, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South Asia, and the Mediterranean Sea. It has previously operated under four different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 14 January 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Tanzania
- Year built: 1984
- MMSI: 677014000
- Call sign: 5IM240
- Gross tonnage: 2765
- Deadweight: 4563 t
- Length overall: 91 m
- Beam: 12 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 44 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 3
- Last PSC detention: 14/01/2025, El Iskandariya (Alexandria) (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 14/01/2025
- Last AIS position: 10°13.9′S · 040°11.3′E · Speed 2.9 kn · received 2 August 2026 at 16:06 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of RAY?
RAY is a General Cargo Ship built in 1984. It is currently in its 42nd year of service.
What are the dimensions of RAY?
The vessel has a length overall of 91 metres and a beam of 12 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 4,563 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages RAY?
The vessel is classed by Bulgarski Koraben Registar. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has RAY been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea and parts of East Africa. It has also been observed operating in South Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for RAY?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions, with 80 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 14 January 2025. All-time records show 44 inspections since 1998 and 7 detentions. The most recent detention was on 14 January 2025.
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