BARABULKA (IMO 8887296)
BARABULKA is a General Cargo Ship built in 1995 and flying the St.Kitts and Nevis flag, placing it in its 31st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,916 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 4,110. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and general freight operations. BARABULKA is classed by Capital Register of Shipping, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 14 June 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 1995
- MMSI: 341516002
- Call sign: V4HN7
- Gross tonnage: 4110
- Deadweight: 4916 t
- Length overall: 117 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 33 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 15/12/2025, Kocaeli (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 14/06/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: ALERIA SHIPPING & TRADE SA (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 41°16.9′N · 039°4.3′E · Speed 8.6 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 21:28 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BARABULKA?
BARABULKA is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1995 and is currently in its 31st year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BARABULKA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 4,916 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 4,110.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel flies the flag of St.Kitts and Nevis. It has operated under two different flag states previously in its history.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 14 June 2026. All-time records show 33 inspections since 1998 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 15 December 2025.
Where has BARABULKA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary geographic area recorded in recent data.
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