POLARIS Z (IMO 9109512)
POLARIS Z is a Bulk Carrier built in 1995 and flying the St.Kitts and Nevis flag, placing it in its 31st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,233 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 11,176. This size and type suggest its use in regional bulk commodity transport. POLARIS Z is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and the Singapore Strait. It has a history of operating under 8 different flags and has been known by 6 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 17 September 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 1995
- MMSI: 341593002
- Call sign: V4KM7
- Gross tonnage: 11176
- Deadweight: 18233 t
- Length overall: 148 m
- Beam: 22 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 95 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 23/08/2024, Ravenna (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 17/09/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: POLARIS SHIPPING LTD INC (Lebanon)
- ISM manager: ZAHRANOS SHIPPING CO SA (Panama)
- Last AIS position: 36°12.4′N · 034°50.6′E · Speed 11.4 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 02:46 UTC
- Destination: Constanta (RO CND) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 22:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of POLARIS Z?
POLARIS Z is a Bulk Carrier built in 1995. It is currently in its 31st year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for POLARIS Z?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 18,233 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 11,176.
Which classification society manages POLARIS Z?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 121 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 September 2026. All-time records show 95 inspections since 1999 and 6 detentions. The most recent detention was on 23 August 2024.
Where has POLARIS Z been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and the Singapore Strait. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas.
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