NIKO PIROSMANI (IMO 8872344)
NIKO PIROSMANI is a General Cargo Ship built in 1980 and flying the Togo flag, placing it in its 46th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,500 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,426. At this scale, the vessel is configured for general cargo operations. NIKO PIROSMANI is classed by Overseas Marine Certification Services, 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 11 different flags and has been known by 4 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 15 April 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Togo
- Year built: 1980
- MMSI: 671505100
- Call sign: 5VJC7
- Gross tonnage: 2426
- Deadweight: 2500 t
- Length overall: 216 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 70 since 1997
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 02/02/2025, Gemlik (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 15/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: VI-ZA STAR LTD (Turkey)
- ISM manager: ONYX GEMI ISLETMECILIGI (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 40°55.1′N · 040°11.3′E · at anchor · received 23 July 2026 at 12:29 UTC
- Destination: Mersing (MY MEP) · ETA 31 July 2026 at 00:06 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NIKO PIROSMANI?
NIKO PIROSMANI is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1980 and is currently in its 46th year of service.
What are the dimensions of NIKO PIROSMANI?
The vessel has a length overall of 216 metres and a beam of 30 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 2,500 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages NIKO PIROSMANI?
The vessel is classed by Overseas Marine Certification Services. This society is not listed as an IACS member.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 65 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 April 2026. All-time records show 70 inspections since 1997 and 6 detentions. The most recent detention was on 2 February 2025.
How many former names and flags has the vessel had?
The vessel has been registered under 4 former names throughout its history. It has also operated under 11 different flag states.
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