PIONEER (IMO 8866785)
PIONEER 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 3,174 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 2,426, and a length overall of 108 metres. This size and configuration are typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal trades. The vessel's main engine is a 2*515 Mark ME 6NVDS 48A-2U type. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 February 2025. It has previously operated under 11 different flag states and 4 former names.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 1983
- MMSI: 273315720
- Call sign: UBTO
- Gross tonnage: 2426
- Deadweight: 3174 t
- Length overall: 108 m
- Beam: 15.01 m
- Home port: Taganrog
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 34 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 22/02/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: BLACK SEA & BALTIC SHIPPING CO (Russia)
- ISM manager: VTS-BROKER LLC (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 37°28.7′N · 049°27.8′E · Speed 1.8 kn · received 6 October 2026 at 19:49 UTC
- Destination: Bandar Neka (IR NEK)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of PIONEER?
The vessel has a length overall of 108 metres and a beam of 15.01 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 3.26 metres.
What is the engine specification for PIONEER?
The vessel is equipped with a 2*515 Mark ME 6NVDS 48A-2U engine type. This engine was constructed in Germany in 1982.
How many inspections has PIONEER undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 February 2025. All-time records show 34 inspections since 1998 and no detentions.
What is the cargo capacity of PIONEER?
PIONEER has a deadweight tonnage of 3,174 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,426.
How many previous names and flags has the vessel had?
The vessel has been registered under 4 former names during its service life. Additionally, it has operated under 11 different flag states.
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