CHALNA (IMO 8872746)
CHALNA is a General Cargo Ship built in 1989 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 37th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,150 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 3,952. At this capacity, it operates as a smaller general cargo unit suitable for regional trade. CHALNA is classed by the International Naval Surveys Bureau, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 12 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 19 June 2014.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 1989
- MMSI: 273339600
- Call sign: UIVQ
- Gross tonnage: 3952
- Deadweight: 5150 t
- Length overall: 138 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 12 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 24/09/2012, El Iskandariya (Alexandria) (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 19/06/2014
- Registered owner: VOLGODON LLC (Russia)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SAILTRADE DENIZCILIK (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 44°49.6′N · 037°6.9′E · Speed 0.2 kn · received 16 July 2026 at 11:18 UTC
- Destination: Kavkaz (RU KVK) · ETA 16 July 2026 at 18:40 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CHALNA?
CHALNA is a General Cargo Ship built in 1989. It is currently in its 37th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for CHALNA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 5,150 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 3,952.
Which classification society manages CHALNA?
The vessel is classed by the International Naval Surveys Bureau. The current class status is listed as Delivered.
Where has CHALNA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent data.
What is the PSC inspection history for CHALNA?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 12 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 19 June 2014.
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