SOTNIK (IMO 8866967)
SOTNIK is a General Cargo Ship built in 1970 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 56th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,562 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,457. This size and type suggest its use in smaller-scale regional cargo operations. SOTNIK is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the North Europe region. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 15 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 26 June 2007.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 1970
- MMSI: 273328900
- Call sign: UFWI
- Gross tonnage: 2457
- Deadweight: 3562 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 28/10/2005, Venezia (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 26/06/2007
- Registered owner: YAROSLAVSKIY KAPITAL LEASING (Russia)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: TRANSNERUD LLC (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 56°47.2′N · 036°43.9′E · at anchor · received 16 September 2026 at 04:59 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SOTNIK?
SOTNIK is a General Cargo Ship built in 1970. It is currently in its 56th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SOTNIK?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,562 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,457.
Which classification society is associated with SOTNIK?
The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 15 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 26 June 2007.
What flag does SOTNIK fly and what is its MoU status?
The vessel currently flies the Russia flag. It is categorized within the grey band for both the Paris MoU and the Tokyo MoU.
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