MARIA QUEEN (IMO 8421987)
MARIA QUEEN is a General Cargo Ship built in 1985 and flying the Sierra Leone flag, placing it in its 41st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,957 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 2,726, and a length overall of 92 metres. This size and type suggest its use in regional cargo transport and short-sea shipping operations. MARIA QUEEN is classed by Dromon Bureau 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. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 9 June 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Sierra leone
- Year built: 1985
- MMSI: 667957000
- Call sign: 9LD2258
- Gross tonnage: 2726
- Deadweight: 2957 t
- Length overall: 92 m
- Beam: 14 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 70 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 09/06/2026, Port Said (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/06/2026
- Registered owner: TAJ SHIPPING SA (Lebanon)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SAFE SEA SERVICES SARL (Lebanon)
- Last AIS position: 31°32.6′N · 031°45.2′E · Speed 2.2 kn · under way · received 6 October 2026 at 04:55 UTC
- Destination: Dumyat (Damietta) (EG DAM)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MARIA QUEEN?
MARIA QUEEN is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1985 and is currently in its 41st year of service.
What are the dimensions of MARIA QUEEN?
The vessel has a length overall of 92 metres and a beam of 14 metres. It has a reported deadweight tonnage of 2,957 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages MARIA QUEEN?
The vessel is classed by Dromon Bureau of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 51 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 June 2026. All-time records show 70 inspections since 2005 and 5 detentions. The most recent detention was on 9 June 2026.
Where has MARIA QUEEN been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. It currently flies the flag of Sierra Leone.
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