TRUE WAVE (IMO 8358582)
TRUE WAVE is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008 and flying the St.Kitts and Nevis flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,052 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,972. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal or short-sea trades. TRUE WAVE is classed by Phoenix Register of Shipping, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has operated under four former names and four different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 18 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 July 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 341301001
- Call sign: V4MV5
- Gross tonnage: 2972
- Deadweight: 5052 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 22 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 13/10/2025, Tuapse (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 26/07/2026
- Registered owner: TRUEWAVE SHIPPING LTD (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: TW SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (India)
- Last AIS position: 40°55.4′N · 024°30.0′E · Speed 0.1 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 21:06 UTC
- Destination: Mersing (MY MEP) · ETA 17 October 2026 at 20:45 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
- Arrival alert: rynda.io messages you by email or in Telegram when TRUE WAVE arrives in Mersing. Free for up to 3 vessels.
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TRUE WAVE?
TRUE WAVE is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for TRUE WAVE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 5,052 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,972.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel flies the St.Kitts and Nevis flag. It has operated under four different flag states previously in its history.
What is the classification status of TRUE WAVE?
The vessel is classed by Phoenix Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 18 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 168 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 July 2026. All-time records show 22 inspections since 2023 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 13 October 2025.
Live AIS via Rynda — combined with classification, PSC, sanctions and ownership data.