MENESSA (IMO 8411566)
MENESSA is a General Cargo Ship built in 1985 and flying the Gambia flag, placing it in its 41st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,035 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 1,861, and a length overall of 91 metres. It is a small-scale cargo unit suitable for regional trade operations.
MENESSA is classed by Alfa Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has a history of significant change, having operated under 10 different flags and 7 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 June 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Gambia
- Year built: 1985
- MMSI: 629009124
- Call sign: C5J138
- Gross tonnage: 1861
- Deadweight: 3035 t
- Length overall: 91 m
- Beam: 12 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 80 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 07/04/2025, Iskenderun (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 17/06/2026
- Registered owner: J&N BROTHERS LTD (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NORTH FOR LAND & MARINE (Lebanon)
- Last AIS position: 34°27.1′N · 035°49.2′E · Speed 5.9 kn
- Destination: Tripoli (LB KYE) · ETA 2026-07-24T04:36:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MENESSA?
MENESSA is a General Cargo Ship built in 1985. It is currently in its 41st year of service.
What are the dimensions of MENESSA?
The vessel has a length overall of 91 metres and a beam of 12 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 1,861.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 62 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 June 2026. All-time records show 80 inspections since 1998 and 13 detentions. The most recent detention was on 7 April 2025.
What is the flag and classification of MENESSA?
The vessel currently flies the Gambia flag. It is classed by Alfa Register of Shipping with a status of Delivered.
How many former names and flags has the vessel had?
MENESSA has a long history of registry changes, having operated under 10 different flags. It has also been known by 7 former names.
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