BLACKWOOD is a General Cargo Ship built in 1976 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 50th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 6,062 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,096, and a length overall of 138 metres. This vessel is configured for general cargo operations within specific regional trades. BLACKWOOD is classed by the Russian River Register, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has a history of operating under 9 different flags and has been known by 5 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 March 2026.
The vessel has a length overall of 138 metres and a beam of 16.7 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 4.1 metres.
The vessel is equipped with two 6CHRNP 36/45 main engines. These engines were part of the original construction specifications.
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 2 of them. The most recent inspection was on 16 March 2026. All-time records show 31 inspections since 1999 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 20 May 2005.
The vessel flies the Russian flag, which is categorized in the grey band for both Paris MoU and Tokyo MoU. It is currently not an IACS member.
BLACKWOOD has been registered under 5 former names throughout its career. It has also operated under 9 different flag states.
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