LADY JOY (IMO 8859146)
LADY JOY is a General Cargo Ship built in 1991 and flying the Sierra Leone flag, placing it in its 35th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,694 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,035. This size and type suggest its use in regional cargo transport and short-sea shipping operations. LADY JOY is classed by Dromon Bureau of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has a history of five former names and has operated under five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 16 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 August 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Sierra leone
- Year built: 1991
- MMSI: 667001366
- Call sign: 9LU2169
- Gross tonnage: 2035
- Deadweight: 3694 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 89 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 19/10/2021, Gunsan (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 02/08/2026
- Registered owner: TRIO OCEAN LTD CO (Lebanon)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SAFE SEA SERVICES SARL (Lebanon)
- Last AIS position: 45°0.0′N · 029°45.1′E · Speed 1.7 kn · under way · received 5 October 2026 at 05:47 UTC
- Destination: Sulina (Port et Zone Franche) (RO SUL)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of LADY JOY?
LADY JOY is a General Cargo Ship built in 1991. It is currently in its 35th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for LADY JOY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,694 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,035.
Which flag does LADY JOY currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Sierra Leone flag. It has operated under five different flag states throughout its history.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 16 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 46 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 August 2026. All-time records show 89 inspections since 2012 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 19 October 2021.
Where has LADY JOY been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent records.
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