CANKA (IMO 9103740)
CANKA is a General Cargo Ship built in 1995 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 31st year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,285 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 2,658, and a length overall of 90 metres. This size and type suggest its suitability for regional cargo operations and short-sea shipping. CANKA is classed by Turk Loydu, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. It has previously operated under four different flags and has been registered under one former name. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 June 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1995
- MMSI: 354562000
- Call sign: HPSG
- Gross tonnage: 2658
- Deadweight: 3285 t
- Length overall: 90 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/06/2026
- Registered owner: CANKA SHIPPING & TRADING CORP (Turkey)
- Ship manager: EL KENZ DENIZCILIK NAKLIYAT (Turkey)
- ISM manager: KAMMER GEMI ISLETMECILIGI TIC (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 36°36.2′N · 021°38.3′E · Speed 13.5 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 00:39 UTC
- Destination: Oran (DZ ORN) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 09:40 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CANKA?
CANKA is a General Cargo Ship built in 1995. It is currently in its 31st year of service.
What are the dimensions of CANKA?
The vessel has a length overall of 90 metres and a beam of 16 metres. These dimensions support its role as a general cargo carrier.
What is the cargo capacity of CANKA?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,285 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,658.
Which classification society maintains CANKA?
CANKA is classed by Turk Loydu. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 45 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 June 2026. All-time records show 47 inspections since 1998 and no detentions.
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