TRINCO EXPRESS (IMO 8509399)
TRINCO EXPRESS is a Cement Carrier built in 1985 and flying the Sri Lanka flag, placing it in its 41st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 13,262 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 7,602. This vessel is configured for specialized cement transport operations. TRINCO EXPRESS is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia over recent periods. It has a history of 6 former names and has operated under 8 different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 November 2025.
- Type: Cement Carrier
- Flag: Sri lanka
- Year built: 1985
- MMSI: 417222705
- Call sign: 4RHT
- Gross tonnage: 7602
- Deadweight: 13262 t
- Beam: 20 m
- Home port: COLOMBO -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 65 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 25/08/2023, Mobile, Alabama (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 17/11/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: TOKYO CEMENT CO LANKA (Sri Lanka)
- ISM manager: DOLPHIN SHIP MANAGEMENT (Sri Lanka)
- Last AIS position: 8°31.0′N · 081°13.3′E · Speed 4.4 kn · received 28 September 2026 at 00:27 UTC
- Destination: Colombo (LK CMB) · ETA 29 September 2026 at 22:39 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TRINCO EXPRESS?
TRINCO EXPRESS is a Cement Carrier built in 1985. It is currently in its 41st year of service.
What are the engine specifications for TRINCO EXPRESS?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 7,980 kW of power. This engine supports the vessel's operations as a 13,262 DWT cement carrier.
What is the port-state control history of this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 47 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 November 2025. All-time records show 65 inspections since 1998 and 5 detentions. The most recent detention was on 25 August 2023.
Which classification society manages TRINCO EXPRESS?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many previous names and flags has the vessel had?
The vessel has been registered under 6 former names throughout its career. Additionally, it has operated under 8 different flag states.
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