FAVORITE (IMO 8844074)
FAVORITE is a General Cargo Ship built in 1989 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 37th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,099 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 3,953. Given its specifications, it is configured for general cargo operations. FAVORITE is classed by Macosnar Corp. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has a history involving three former names and five former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 6 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1989
- MMSI: 357600000
- Call sign: 3FDQ4
- Gross tonnage: 3953
- Deadweight: 5099 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 32 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 08/08/2025, Kdz.eregli (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 06/05/2026
- Registered owner: T-BOS SHIPPING INC (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: GUNES SHIPPING & TRADING LTD (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 47°11.0′N · 039°38.5′E · Speed 2.2 kn · received 8 July 2026 at 10:47 UTC
- Destination: Rostov-on-Don (RU ROV) · ETA 8 July 2026 at 11:37 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of FAVORITE?
FAVORITE is a General Cargo Ship built in 1989. It is currently in its 37th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for FAVORITE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 5,099 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 3,953.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Panama flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under five different flag states.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 61 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 May 2026. All-time records show 32 inspections since 2005 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 8 August 2025.
Where has FAVORITE been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. This region is part of its recent geographic activity profile.
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