ONIX (IMO 8943478)
ONIX is a General Cargo Ship built in 1982 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 44th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,197 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,463. At this size, the vessel is configured for general cargo operations. ONIX is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been registered under one former name. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 March 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 1982
- MMSI: 273435130
- Call sign: UAXO
- Gross tonnage: 2463
- Deadweight: 3197 t
- Beam: 15 m
- Home port: Taganrog
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 09/12/2015, Ambarli (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 13/03/2026
- Registered owner: BLUE WAVE SHIPPING LTD-MTA (Russia)
- Ship manager: BLUE WAVE SHIPPING INC (USA)
- ISM manager: BLUE WAVE SHIPPING LTD-RUS (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 40°42.2′N · 029°27.9′E · moored · received 3 September 2026 at 19:12 UTC
- Destination: Yalova (TR YAL)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ONIX?
ONIX is a General Cargo Ship built in 1982. It is currently in its 44th year of service.
What are the dimensions of ONIX?
The vessel has a beam of 15 metres and a maximum draught of 3.33 metres. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,463.
What engine specifications does ONIX have?
The vessel is powered by two 6NVD 48A-2U main engines. These engines were constructed in the German Democratic Republic in 1981.
What is the PSC inspection history for ONIX?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 16 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 March 2026. All-time records show 31 inspections since 2002 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 9 December 2015.
Where has ONIX been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. It currently flies the Russian flag and is registered in Taganrog.
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