ARBAT (IMO 8956607)
ARBAT is a General Cargo Ship built in 1986 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 40th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,973 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,772. Given its specifications, it is configured for smaller-scale cargo operations. The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. It has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. The vessel has a history involving one former name and has operated under 10 different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 December 2024.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 1986
- MMSI: 273338660
- Call sign: UBGK
- Gross tonnage: 1772
- Deadweight: 1973 t
- Length overall: 90 m
- Beam: 12.2 m
- Home port: Astrakhan
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 16/10/2015, Iskenderun (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 18/12/2024
- Registered owner: VADIMOVICH SD (Russia)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ARAPAX LLC (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 59°52.2′N · 030°28.4′E · Speed 0.2 kn · received 2 November 2025 at 11:15 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ARBAT?
ARBAT is a General Cargo Ship built in 1986. It is currently in its 40th year of service.
What are the dimensions of ARBAT?
The vessel has a beam of 12.2 metres and a maximum draught of 3.35 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 1,973 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains ARBAT?
The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What is the engine configuration on ARBAT?
The vessel is equipped with two 460 Mark ME 6T 23LU-2 engines. These were constructed in Yugoslavia during the vessel's build year of 1986.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 December 2024. All-time records show 15 inspections since 2003 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 16 October 2015.
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