VANUATU FERRY 3 (IMO 8965309)
VANUATU FERRY 3 is a Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship (vehicles) built in 2000 and flying the Vanuatu flag, placing it in its 26th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 231 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 998. Given its configuration and tonnage, it is designed for regional passenger and vehicle transport operations. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not an IACS member. It has been observed in the New Guinea Pacific region. The vessel has operated under three former flags and has been registered under two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 July 2024.
- Type: Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship (vehicles)
- Flag: Vanuatu
- Year built: 2000
- Call sign: YJS7433
- Gross tonnage: 998
- Deadweight: 231 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/07/2024
- Registered owner · Ship manager: VANUATU FERRY LTD (Vanuatu)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of VANUATU FERRY 3?
VANUATU FERRY 3 is a Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship (vehicles). It was built in 2000 and is currently in its 26th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 998 metric tonnes. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 231 metric tonnes.
Where has VANUATU FERRY 3 been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the New Guinea Pacific region. This area is part of its recent geographic operational profile.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 July 2024. All-time records show 1 inspection since 2024 and no detentions.
What is the flag history of VANUATU FERRY 3?
The vessel currently flies the Vanuatu flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under 3 different former flags.
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