YM ARAL (IMO 9103805)
YM ARAL is a General Cargo Ship built in 1996 and flying the Turkey flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,268 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,658. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and short-sea shipping operations. YM ARAL is classed by Turk Loydu, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. It has previously sailed under one former name and operated under two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 October 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Turkey
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 271044022
- Call sign: TCA3363
- Gross tonnage: 2658
- Deadweight: 3268 t
- Length overall: 90 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 50 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 07/03/2014, Venezia (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 08/10/2025
- Registered owner: ARAL GEMICILIK TIC LTD STI (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: YILMAR LOJISTIK GEMI (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 40°51.1′N · 029°17.3′E · Speed 0.3 kn · moored · received 10 October 2026 at 00:11 UTC
- Destination: Istanbul (IST) (TR IST)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of YM ARAL?
YM ARAL is a General Cargo Ship built in 1996. It is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for YM ARAL?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,268 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,658.
Which classification society maintains YM ARAL?
The vessel is classed by Turk Loydu. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has YM ARAL been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. This region is consistent with its current flag state of Turkey.
What is the PSC inspection history for YM ARAL?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 October 2025. All-time records show 50 inspections since 1998 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 7 March 2014.
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