KESTREL BAY (IMO 9071478)
KESTREL BAY is a General Cargo Ship built in 1992 and flying the USCG non-targeted flag, placing it in its 34th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,400 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 851. Given its size and type, it is configured for general cargo operations. The vessel has been observed in the Australia and New Zealand regions, as well as South East Asia. It has a history of two former names and has operated under one previous flag. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Australia
- Year built: 1992
- MMSI: 503739000
- Call sign: VMQ4105
- Gross tonnage: 851
- Deadweight: 1400 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: MCKAY MARITIME PTY LTD (Australia)
- Last AIS position: 17°29.1′S · 140°50.1′E · Speed 8.4 kn · under way · received 15 August 2026 at 07:10 UTC
- Destination: Karumba (AU KRB)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of KESTREL BAY?
KESTREL BAY is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1992 and is currently in its 34th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for KESTREL BAY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,400 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 851.
Where has KESTREL BAY been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has also been tracked in South East Asia.
How many former names has the vessel had?
KESTREL BAY has been registered under two former names. It has also operated under one previous flag state during its career.
What is the PSC inspection history for KESTREL BAY?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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