TRUST 2 (IMO 9113197)
BALKIS is a General Cargo Ship 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 5,909 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 4,015. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and short-sea shipping operations. BALKIS is classed by Capital Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia over recent periods. It has a history of significant changes, having operated under 9 different flags and 12 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 November 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 1995
- MMSI: 341191000
- Call sign: V4MA4
- Gross tonnage: 4015
- Deadweight: 5909 t
- Length overall: 144 m
- Beam: 21 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 61 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 20/07/2023, Novorossiisk (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 03/11/2025
- Registered owner: SEA BREEZE SHIPPING CO SA (Greece)
- Ship manager: ALPHA MANAGEMENT CO SA (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 35°11.2′N · 035°56.5′E · under way · received 17 September 2026 at 13:57 UTC
- Destination: Tartus (SY TTS) · ETA 10 November 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BALKIS?
BALKIS is a General Cargo Ship built in 1995. It is currently in its 31st year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BALKIS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 5,909 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 4,015.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel flies the St.Kitts and Nevis flag. It has previously operated under 9 different flags throughout its history.
How many port-state inspections has BALKIS undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 November 2025. All-time records show 61 inspections since 1999 and 8 detentions. The most recent detention was on 20 July 2023.
What is the classification status of BALKIS?
The vessel is classed by Capital Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
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