VOLGO-DON 5021 (IMO 8955873)
VOLGO-DON 5021 is a General Cargo Ship built in 1970 and flying the Palau (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 56th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,960 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 3,940. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal or short-sea trades. VOLGO-DON 5021 is classed by Phoenix Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and has been registered under six different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Palau (Republic of)
- Year built: 1970
- MMSI: 511843000
- Call sign: T8A2984
- Gross tonnage: 3940
- Deadweight: 3960 t
- Length overall: 138 m
- Beam: 17 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 13 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 22/01/2013, Izmir (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 12/05/2026
- Registered owner: SALUTA SHIPPING LTD (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: RIVERWIND TRADE LTD (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 41°17.0′N · 036°22.1′E · Speed 0.1 kn · received 3 September 2026 at 16:10 UTC
- Destination: Samsun (TR SSX)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VOLGO-DON 5021?
VOLGO-DON 5021 is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1970 and is currently in its 56th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for this ship?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,960 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 3,940.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Palau (Republic of) flag. It has operated under six different flag states previously in its history.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 4 of them. The most recent inspection was on 12 May 2026. All-time records show 13 inspections since 2004 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 22 January 2013.
Where has VOLGO-DON 5021 been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary geographic area listed in its recent movement data.
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