BANU S (IMO 8301060)
BANU S is a General Cargo Ship built in 1985 and flying the Turkey flag, placing it in its 41st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,955 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 1,247, and a length overall of 70 metres. This size profile is typical for regional general cargo operations. BANU S is classed by Phoenix Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 28 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 13 August 2009.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Turkey
- Year built: 1985
- MMSI: 271002040
- Call sign: TCAR4
- Gross tonnage: 1247
- Deadweight: 1955 t
- Length overall: 70 m
- Beam: 11 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 28 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 13/08/2009, Castellón de la Plana (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 13/08/2009
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: ER-EM DENIZCILIK SANAYI VE TIC (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 40°59.9′N · 029°1.0′E · under way under sail · received 7 April 2026 at 02:43 UTC
- Destination: Haydarpasa (HAY) (TR HAY) · ETA 8 September 2026 at 09:05 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BANU S?
BANU S is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1985 and is currently in its 41st year of service.
What are the dimensions of BANU S?
The vessel has a length overall of 70 metres. It also features a beam width of 11 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of BANU S?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,955 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 1,247.
Where has BANU S been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent data.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 28 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 13 August 2009.
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