POLARIS (IMO 8359469)
POLARIS is a Passenger Ship built in 1996 and flying the Turkey flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 80 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 233. Given its small tonnage and classification, it is configured for specialized passenger transport operations. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not an IACS member. No recent geographic observation areas were recorded in the provided data. The vessel has operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Passenger Ship
- Flag: Turkey
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 271010294
- Call sign: TC8968
- Gross tonnage: 233
- Deadweight: 80 t
- Registered owner: POLARIS TURIZM VE DENIZCILIK (Turkey)
- Ship manager: TURYOL (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 40°56.3′N · 029°2.3′E · Speed 9.7 kn · received 14 October 2026 at 12:01 UTC
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of POLARIS?
POLARIS is a Passenger Ship. It was built in 1996 and is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for POLARIS?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 233. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 80 metric tonnes.
Which flag does POLARIS fly?
The vessel currently flies the Turkey flag. It has previously operated under 1 different flag state during its history.
What is the PSC inspection history for POLARIS?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
How many ownership changes has the vessel had?
The vessel has undergone 3 ownership changes. It has also been registered under 1 former name.
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