EMPRESS (IMO 8716899)
EMPRESS is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship built in 1990 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 36th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,978 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 48,563. Given its configuration, it is designed for passenger transport and cruise operations. EMPRESS is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. It has previously operated under four different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 January 2024.
- Type: Passenger (Cruise) Ship
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 1990
- MMSI: 311000515
- Call sign: C6CM8
- Gross tonnage: 48563
- Deadweight: 4978 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 75 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 26/01/2024
- Registered owner: BAY CRUISE INVESTMENTS INC (Bahamas)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: CAMPBELL CRUISE & YACHT MGMT (Bahamas)
- Last AIS position: 18°52.3′N · 072°50.5′E · Speed 6.0 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 01:51 UTC
- Destination: Mumbai (BOM) (IN BOM)
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is EMPRESS?
EMPRESS is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship. It was built in 1990 and is currently in its 36th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for EMPRESS?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 48,563. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,978 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages EMPRESS?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 January 2024. All-time records show 75 inspections since 1999 and no detentions.
Where has EMPRESS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. It currently flies the Bahamas flag.
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