ALTIUS (IMO 8511938)
ALTIUS is a General Cargo Ship built in 1985 and flying the Vanuatu flag, placing it in its 41st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,685 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 1,163, and a length overall of 73 metres. This vessel is configured for general cargo operations within smaller scale maritime trades. ALTIUS is classed by Bulgarski Koraben Registar, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed operating within the Mediterranean Sea and the West Europe region of the Mediterranean. It has previously operated under four different names and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 June 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Vanuatu
- Year built: 1985
- MMSI: 577249000
- Call sign: YJTU4
- Gross tonnage: 1163
- Deadweight: 1685 t
- Length overall: 73 m
- Beam: 12 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 95 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 28/06/2022, Poti (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 21/06/2026
- Registered owner: ALTIUS SHIPPING & TRADING CO (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: FORTIUS SHIPPING & TRADING CO (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 45°13.4′N · 028°43.6′E · Speed 0.5 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 05:23 UTC
- Destination: Burgas (BG BOJ) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 06:54 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ALTIUS?
ALTIUS is a General Cargo Ship built in 1985. It is currently in its 41st year of service.
What are the dimensions of ALTIUS?
The vessel has a length overall of 73 metres and a beam of 12 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 1,685 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages ALTIUS?
The vessel is classed by Bulgarski Koraben Registar. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for ALTIUS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 57 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 June 2026. All-time records show 95 inspections since 1998 and 13 detentions. The most recent detention was on 28 June 2022.
Where has ALTIUS been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. Specifically, it has been noted in the West Europe region of the Mediterranean.
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