LEADER S (IMO 8649993)
LEADER S is a General Cargo Ship built in 2005 and flying the Vanuatu flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,325 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 2,994, and a length overall of 93 metres. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal trades. LEADER S is classed by the International Maritime Bureau. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe over recent periods. It has a significant history of registry changes, having operated under 18 former flags and 11 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and 4 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 June 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Vanuatu
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 577725000
- Call sign: YJRV3
- Gross tonnage: 2994
- Deadweight: 4325 t
- Length overall: 96 m
- Beam: 14 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 62 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 4
- Last PSC detention: 04/03/2026, Gibraltar (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 23/06/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: LEADER SHIP CO (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 40°59.0′N · 028°56.3′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 13 October 2026 at 23:42 UTC
- Destination: Batumi (GE BUS)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of LEADER S?
LEADER S is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2005 and is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the dimensions of LEADER S?
The vessel has a length overall of 93 metres and a beam of 14 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 2,994.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and 4 detentions, with 145 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 June 2026. All-time records show 62 inspections since 2012 and 10 detentions. The most recent detention was on 4 March 2026.
What is the flag state of LEADER S?
The vessel currently flies the Vanuatu flag. Its history includes operating under 18 different former flags.
What is the cargo capacity of LEADER S?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 4,325 metric tonnes. This capacity is used for general cargo transport operations.
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