GLOSS (IMO 8230170)
GLOSS is a General Cargo Ship built in 1971 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 55th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,180 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,600. Given its capacity and type, it is configured for general cargo operations. GLOSS 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 four former flags and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 December 2024.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 1971
- MMSI: 273256110
- Call sign: UBNZ2
- Gross tonnage: 2600
- Deadweight: 3180 t
- Length overall: 114 m
- Beam: 13.18 m
- Home port: Astrakhan
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 52 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 31/01/2017, Istanbul (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 11/12/2024
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: FLASHIPPING LLC (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 46°23.8′N · 048°1.4′E · Speed 1.8 kn · received 11 October 2026 at 07:41 UTC
- Destination: Astrakhan (RU ASF)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GLOSS?
GLOSS is a General Cargo Ship built in 1971. It is currently in its 55th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for GLOSS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,180 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,600.
Which classification society manages GLOSS?
The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has GLOSS been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent data.
What is the PSC inspection history for GLOSS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 December 2024. All-time records show 52 inspections since 1998 and 5 detentions. The most recent detention was on 31 January 2017.
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