GALA A (IMO 8822040)
GALA A is a General Cargo Ship built in 1989 and flying the Turkey flag, placing it in its 37th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,289 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,867. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal or short-sea trades. GALA A is classed by the Polish Register of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. It has previously been registered under three different names and has operated under six different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 54 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 20 March 2023.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Turkey
- Year built: 1989
- MMSI: 271052057
- Call sign: TCA7915
- Gross tonnage: 2867
- Deadweight: 4289 t
- Length overall: 88 m
- Beam: 14 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 54 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 13/04/2007, Dublin (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 20/03/2023
- Registered owner · Ship manager: AREL DENIZCILIK TICARET (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 40°42.9′N · 029°16.7′E · Speed 7.9 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 03:12 UTC
- Destination: Diliskelesi (TR DIL) · ETA 10 October 2026 at 04:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GALA A?
GALA A is a General Cargo Ship built in 1989. It is currently in its 37th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for GALA A?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 4,289 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,867.
Which classification society manages GALA A?
The vessel is classed by the Polish Register of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has GALA A been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. This region is the primary geographic area noted in recent data.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 54 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 20 March 2023.
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