CAYKA (IMO 9005493)
CAYKA is a LPG Tanker built in 1992 and flying the Tanzania flag, placing it in its 34th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,442 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 3,703. Given its capacity and type, it is configured for the transport of liquefied petroleum gases. CAYKA is classed by the Royal Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has operated under seven different flags and has been known by three former names throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 July 2025.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Tanzania
- Year built: 1992
- Call sign: UNKNOWN
- Gross tonnage: 3703
- Deadweight: 4442 t
- Length overall: 99 m
- Beam: 15 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 49 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 09/02/2019, Temryuk (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 10/07/2025
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is CAYKA?
CAYKA is an LPG Tanker. It was built in 1992 and is currently in its 34th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for CAYKA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 4,442 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 3,703.
Which classification society maintains CAYKA?
The vessel is classed by the Royal Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CAYKA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent records.
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 14 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 July 2025. All-time records show 49 inspections since 1998 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 9 February 2019.
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