BLUE OCEAN A (IMO 9045089)
BLUE OCEAN A is a Livestock Carrier built in 1992 and flying the St.Kitts and Nevis flag, placing it in its 34th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,780 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 7,878, and a length overall of 117 metres. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of live animals. BLUE OCEAN A is classed by Capital Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the South America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different names and seven different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 10 September 2026.
- Type: Livestock Carrier
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 1992
- MMSI: 341515002
- Call sign: V4HM7
- Gross tonnage: 7878
- Deadweight: 4780 t
- Length overall: 117 m
- Beam: 18 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 70 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 02/02/2026, Cagliari (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 10/09/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: BLACK FOX SHIPPING CO (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 34°54.1′N · 035°52.2′E · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 10:35 UTC
- Destination: TARTOUS
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BLUE OCEAN A?
BLUE OCEAN A is a Livestock Carrier. It was built in 1992 and is currently in its 34th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BLUE OCEAN A?
The vessel has a length overall of 117 metres and a beam of 18 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 4,780 metric tonnes.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel flies the St.Kitts and Nevis flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under 7 different flags.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 7 of them. The most recent inspection was on 10 September 2026. All-time records show 70 inspections since 1998 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 2 February 2026.
Where has BLUE OCEAN A been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the South America East Coast. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas.
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