CAPITAN KORCHIN (IMO 8959219)
CAPITAN KORCHIN is a General Cargo Ship built in 1978 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 48th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,659 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 4,963, and a length overall of 138 metres. This vessel is configured for general cargo operations within its specific size class.
CAPITAN KORCHIN 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 one former name and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 January 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 1978
- MMSI: 273370100
- Call sign: UCWM
- Gross tonnage: 4963
- Deadweight: 5659 t
- Length overall: 138 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 17 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 17/06/2016, Kocaeli (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 27/01/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: DON RIVER SHIPPING JSC (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 41°47.7′N · 035°16.1′E · Speed 5.5 kn
- Destination: Samsun (TR SSX) · ETA 2026-10-08T15:39:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CAPITAN KORCHIN?
CAPITAN KORCHIN is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1978 and is currently in its 48th year of service.
What are the dimensions of CAPITAN KORCHIN?
The vessel has a length overall of 138 metres and a beam of 16 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 5,659 metric tonnes.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has CAPITAN KORCHIN been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent tracking data.
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 25 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 January 2026. All-time records show 17 inspections since 2005 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 17 June 2016.
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