SEREF KURU (IMO 8606111)
SEREF KURU is a General Cargo Ship built in 1987 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 39th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 13,047 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 8,195, with a length overall of 125 metres. This size profile is characteristic of general cargo vessels used for regional distribution and multi-purpose cargo operations. SEREF KURU is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two 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 24 June 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1987
- MMSI: 352001957
- Call sign: 3E2797
- Gross tonnage: 8195
- Deadweight: 13047 t
- Length overall: 125 m
- Beam: 20 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 72 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 20/07/2017, Rouen (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 24/06/2026
- Registered owner: DRYSON SHIPPING CO (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: KURUOGLU DENIZCILIK (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 43°2.9′N · 017°25.6′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 12 October 2026 at 19:33 UTC
- Destination: Ploce (HR PLE)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SEREF KURU?
SEREF KURU is a General Cargo Ship built in 1987. It is currently in its 39th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of the vessel?
The vessel has a length overall of 125 metres and a beam of 20 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 13,047 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 8,195.
Which classification society maintains SEREF KURU?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 73 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 June 2026. All-time records show 72 inspections since 1998 and 5 detentions. The most recent detention was on 20 July 2017.
Where has SEREF KURU been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas.
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