GOLDEN ISLE (IMO 9108271)
FLOWER is a Bulk Carrier built in 1995 and flying the Togo flag, placing it in its 31st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 28,460 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 17,430. At this scale, the vessel is configured for smaller-scale bulk commodity transport. FLOWER is classed by the Polish Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and North Europe over recent periods. It has a history of significant changes, having operated under 6 different flags and 8 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 June 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Sierra leone
- Year built: 1995
- MMSI: 667002637
- Call sign: 9LS2340
- Gross tonnage: 17430
- Deadweight: 28460 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 96 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 02/09/2025, Novorossiisk (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 22/06/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: NEHIR MARINE CO
- ISM manager: KARMAR SHIPPING & TRADING LTD
- Last AIS position: 44°43.7′N · 037°48.9′E · Speed 2.4 kn · under way · received 24 September 2026 at 09:16 UTC
- Destination: Batumi (GE BUS) · ETA 25 September 2026 at 17:01 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of FLOWER?
FLOWER is a Bulk Carrier built in 1995. It is currently in its 31st year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for FLOWER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 28,460 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 17,430.
Which classification society is associated with FLOWER?
The vessel is classed by the Polish Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 139 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 June 2026. All-time records show 96 inspections since 1998 and 5 detentions. The most recent detention was on 2 September 2025.
What is the flag history of FLOWER?
The vessel currently flies the Togo flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under 6 different flag states.
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