AL KARRAR (IMO 9076387)
AL KARRAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 1994 and flying the St.Kitts and Nevis flag, placing it in its 32nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 27,308 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 16,446. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations. AL KARRAR is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has a history of 10 former names and has operated under 11 different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 18 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 7 September 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 1994
- MMSI: 341916001
- Call sign: V4KM6
- Gross tonnage: 16446
- Deadweight: 27308 t
- Length overall: 166 m
- Beam: 27 m
- Home port: MALAKAL HARBOR - P018030
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 79 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 20/03/2025, Kocaeli (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 07/09/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SONAR SHIPPING & MANAGEMENT (Turkey)
- ISM manager: SATA CHARTERING & SHIPPING CO (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 25°21.1′N · 056°22.0′E · Speed 9.6 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 08:52 UTC
- Destination: Khor al Fakkan (AE KLF)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AL KARRAR?
AL KARRAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 1994. It is currently in its 32nd year of service.
What are the engine specifications for AL KARRAR?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 5,369 kW of power. This power rating is used to facilitate its bulk carrier operations.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 18 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 73 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 7 September 2026. All-time records show 79 inspections since 1999 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 20 March 2025.
What is the flag status of AL KARRAR in major MoUs?
The vessel flies the St.Kitts and Nevis flag. It is currently assigned to the black band in both the Paris MoU and the Tokyo MoU.
How many previous names and flags has the vessel had?
AL KARRAR has a significant operational history with 10 former names. Additionally, it has operated under 11 different flag states throughout its career.
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