ELEGANCE (IMO 8858130)
ELEGANCE is a General Cargo Ship built in 1983 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 43rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,230 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,452. Given its specifications, it is configured for general cargo operations in smaller coastal or regional trades. The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. Recent observation data indicates the vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea and North Europe. It has previously operated under two different names and eight different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 April 2024.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 1983
- MMSI: 273313720
- Call sign: UELD
- Gross tonnage: 2452
- Deadweight: 3230 t
- Beam: 15 m
- Home port: Taganrog
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 25 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 18/09/2002, Ortona (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 18/04/2024
- Registered owner: ELEGANCE MARINE LTD (Turkey)
- Ship manager: AQUA ACTIVITY HOLDING SA (Turkey)
- ISM manager: RIVER MED TRADING LTD (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 44°44.4′N · 047°45.3′E · Speed 1.9 kn · under way · received 27 September 2026 at 03:47 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of ELEGANCE?
The vessel has a beam of 15 metres and a maximum draught of 3.26 metres. These dimensions are consistent with its role as a general cargo ship.
What is the engine configuration of ELEGANCE?
The vessel is powered by two 6NVD 48A-2U main engines. These engines were constructed in Germany during the vessel's build year of 1983.
How many inspections has ELEGANCE undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 April 2024. All-time records show 25 inspections since 1998 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 18 September 2002.
Where has ELEGANCE been operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and North Europe. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
What is the flag and MoU status of ELEGANCE?
ELEGANCE currently flies the Russia flag. It is currently listed in the grey band for both the Paris MoU and the Tokyo MoU.
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