MAKHACHKALA (IMO 8955902)
MAKHACHKALA is a General Cargo Ship built in 1975 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 51st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,528 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 4,951. At this scale, the vessel is configured for general cargo operations. MAKHACHKALA is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 July 2024.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 1975
- MMSI: 273446530
- Call sign: UHHV
- Gross tonnage: 4951
- Deadweight: 5528 t
- Length overall: 138 m
- Beam: 16.5 m
- Home port: Makhachkala
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/07/2024
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: MAKHACHKALA PORT JSC (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 40°49.7′N · 050°13.3′E · Speed 4.8 kn · received 18 October 2026 at 14:09 UTC
- Destination: Now Shahr (IR NSH) · ETA 20 October 2026 at 08:38 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MAKHACHKALA?
MAKHACHKALA is a General Cargo Ship built in 1975. It is currently in its 51st year of service.
What are the dimensions of MAKHACHKALA?
The vessel has a beam of 16.5 metres and a maximum draught of 3.78 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 5,528 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages MAKHACHKALA?
The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What engine specifications does the vessel have?
The vessel is equipped with two 6CHRNP 36/45 main engines. These engines were manufactured in the USSR in 1974.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 July 2024. All-time records show 18 inspections since 2003 and no detentions.
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