GULF SKY (IMO 8817409)
GULF SKY is a General Cargo Ship built in 1990 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 36th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,432 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,351. Given its specifications, it is configured for general cargo operations. GULF SKY is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe regions. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 January 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 1990
- MMSI: 304669000
- Call sign: V2OS1
- Gross tonnage: 2351
- Deadweight: 3432 t
- Length overall: 87 m
- Beam: 13 m
- Home port: ST.JOHN'S -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 74 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 29/08/2020, Novorossiisk (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/01/2026
- Registered owner: GULF SKY LTD (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: PASIFIK LOJISTIK GRUBU (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 41°12.7′N · 016°35.5′E · Speed 0.6 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 18:25 UTC
- Destination: Molfetta (IT MOL)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GULF SKY?
GULF SKY is a General Cargo Ship built in 1990. It is currently in its 36th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for GULF SKY?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 1,079 kilowatts of power. This engine supports its operations as a general cargo carrier.
What is the dimension profile of GULF SKY?
The vessel has a reported beam of 13 metres. It maintains a gross tonnage of 2,351 and a deadweight tonnage of 3,432.
How has GULF SKY performed in port inspections?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 January 2026. All-time records show 74 inspections since 1998 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 29 August 2020.
Which classification society manages GULF SKY?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is @ AUT-UMS ICE CLASS ID.
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