IMPERATOR (IMO 9014690)
IMPERATOR is a General Cargo Ship built in 1992 and flying the Norway (NIS) flag, placing it in its 34th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,735 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,446. This size profile is characteristic of general cargo vessels used for regional logistics and coastal trades. IMPERATOR is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in North Europe and West Europe over recent periods. It has operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 31 March 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 1992
- MMSI: 257141000
- Call sign: LACL8
- Gross tonnage: 2446
- Deadweight: 3735 t
- Beam: 12.8 m
- Home port: BERGEN -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 52 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 02/08/2025, Sölvesborg (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 31/03/2026
- Registered owner: VESTFRAKT SHIPPING AS (Norway)
- Ship manager: LIGHTHOUSE CHARTERING AS (Norway)
- ISM manager: LIGHTHOUSE SHIP MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 55°1.1′N · 013°44.6′E · Speed 7.6 kn · moored · received 14 October 2026 at 00:28 UTC
- Destination: Flensburg (DE FLF) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 21:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of IMPERATOR?
IMPERATOR is a General Cargo Ship built in 1992. It is currently in its 34th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of IMPERATOR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,735 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,446. Its moulded beam is recorded at 12.8 metres.
Which classification society maintains IMPERATOR?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is # AUT-UMS ICE CLASS ID.
What is the engine power of IMPERATOR?
The vessel's main engine is rated at 1,118 kW. This power output supports its operations as a general cargo unit.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 37 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 31 March 2026. All-time records show 52 inspections since 1998 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 2 August 2025.
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