BERK (IMO 8519942)
BERK is a General Cargo Ship built in 1986 and flying the Cameroon flag, placing it in its 40th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,412 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 794. Given its specifications, it is configured for smaller-scale general cargo operations. BERK is classed by Vega Register, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. It has a history involving four former names and six former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 14 September 2024.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Cameroon
- Year built: 1986
- Call sign: TJM0053
- Gross tonnage: 794
- Deadweight: 1412 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 42 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 3
- Last PSC detention: 14/09/2024, Novorossiisk (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 14/09/2024
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: COSTA VERDE SHIPPING CO (Turkey)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is BERK?
BERK is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1986 and is currently in its 40th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications of BERK?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,412 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 794.
Which flag does the vessel fly?
The vessel currently flies the Cameroon flag. It has operated under six different flag states throughout its history.
What is the PSC inspection history for BERK?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 4 of them. The most recent inspection was on 14 September 2024. All-time records show 42 inspections since 1998 and 13 detentions. The most recent detention was on 14 September 2024.
Which classification society manages BERK?
The vessel is classed by Vega Register. This society is not a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
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